Monterey Car Week & Pebble Beach Concours dʻElegance
August 7-16
Friday - Sunday. 10 days of automotive bliss.
Monterey Car Week is an annual celebration of automotive excellence, featuring an abundance of events dedicated to classic cars, luxury automobiles and motorsports. Highlights include prestigious car shows such as the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, exclusive gatherings like The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering, vintage racing at the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion and high-profile automotive auctions like RM Sotheby’s Auction.
Car Week isn’t just about high-ticket events–there are plenty of Free Car Week Events to enjoy without breaking the bank. Traveling with kids? Don’t miss these Family-Friendly Car Week Events. Need Some Inspo? From scenic drives to auto-centric activities, this Car Lovers Guide to Monterey County lets you discover Monterey County's car culture beyond Car Week events, including what to do, where to stay, where to eat and insider tips for auto aficionados.
Day 1
Friday, August 7
Car Week kicks off in downtown Monterey with a free evening car show along Alvarado St. Grab a spot early, meet fellow enthusiasts and get your first look at the machines that will fill the peninsula for the next 10 days.
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Day 2
Saturday, August 8
Vintage race cars hit the track at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca for the Monterey Pre-Reunion — Two days of historic racing highlighted by hot laps through the world-famous Corkscrew.
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Day 3
Sunday, August 9
The Monterey Pre-Reunion & Corkscrew Hillclimb wraps up with a second day of wheel-to-wheel historic racing at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca — a taste of the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion coming later in the week.
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Day 4
Monday, August 10
An unforgettable journey through Monterey County's most breathtaking landscapes and iconic experiences, all seamlessly integrated with the most prestigious events of Car Week. Day 1 includes a choice of arrival activities at The Quail Lodge, such as spa treatments, wine tasting or a putting golf lesson. Tickets are required.
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The Quail Rally
Central Coast Poker Rally
Monterey British
Porsche Monterey Classic Event
Piazza Motor Nights
Apex Motorcar Portraits
Automobilia Collectors Expo & Auction
Car Week Glamping!
Cars, Cocktails & Calamari
Racing to Del Monte & Pebble Beach Exhibit
Day 5
Tuesday, August 11
Mid-week brings something for everyone: a charity concours in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea with Concours for a Cause, the opening of the Bonhams Laguna Seca Auction and an evening of cars under the lights at Asilomar.
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Concours for a Cause
All Roads Lead to Asilomar: Night Rider
Apex Motorcar Portraits
Automobilia Collectors Expo & Auction
Bonhams Laguna Seca Auction
Car Week Glamping!
Cars, Cocktails & Calamari
Racing to Del Monte & Pebble Beach Exhibit
The Quail Rally
Day 6
Wednesday, August 12
One of the best free days of the week. Aston Martins take over downtown Carmel, tiny cars line Pacific Grove’s Lighthouse Avenue for The Little Car Show and the Pebble Beach Motoring Classic rolls into town — then Motorlux lights up the Monterey Jet Center after dark.
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Day 7
Thursday, August 13
Car Week hits full stride. The Pebble Beach Tour d’Elegance winds along the coast in the morning, Concours Village opens at Pebble Beach and car shows spread from Carmel to Pacific Grove — all while the Mecum auction gavel starts swinging.
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Day 8
Friday, August 14
The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering headlines the day in Carmel Valley, while free events abound: Porsche’s Werks Reunion, the Pacific Grove Rotary Concours Auto Rally and race action at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca.
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Porsche Club of America Werks Reunion
Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion
Concours Village
Pebble Beach RetroAuto
The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering
Pacific Grove Rotary Concours Auto Rally
Pebble Beach Classic Car Forum
The Paddock Monterey
Apex Motorcar Portraits
Car Week Glamping!
Cars, Cocktails & Calamari
Pebble Beach Auctions
Racing to Del Monte & Pebble Beach Exhibit
RM Sotheby's Auction
Day 9
Saturday, August 15
Saturday runs from irreverent to exotic. The Concours d’Lemons celebrates the world’s most lovable automotive oddballs — free to all — while Exotics on Broadway and Concorso Italiano bring supercars and Italian style to Seaside.
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Day 10
Sunday, August 16
The week crescendos on the 18th fairway at Pebble Beach Golf Links, where the Concours d’Elegance crowns the world’s finest collector cars. Come early to wander RetroAuto and Concours Village before history takes Best of Show.
Explore all day 10 events
Concours d'Elegance
Concours Village
Pebble Beach RetroAuto
4th Annual Car Week Cruise-In
Car Week "Drive" -In Movie Series: F1 The Movie
Car Week "Drive" -In Movie Series: Ford vs. Ferrari
Car Week "Drive" -In Movie Series: Lamborghini
Car Week Glamping!
Cars, Cocktails & Calamari
Racing to Del Monte & Pebble Beach Exhibit
The Right Path to Monterey Car Week
Monterey Car Week is one of the busiest times of the year, so a little planning goes a long way. Help protect Monterey County's scenic beauty and make your visit more enjoyable by traveling responsibly and respecting the communities that host these world-renowned events.
- Plan ahead: Expect heavier traffic, allow extra travel time, and use shuttle services, rideshares, or carpool when possible. Find more important travel information.
- Park responsibly: Use designated parking areas and never block driveways, emergency access, or residential streets.
- Respect Monterey County: Support local businesses, stay on designated roads and trails, and leave every place as beautiful as you found it.
- Protect Monterey County's natural environment: Help prevent the spread of invasive pests by inspecting and cleaning your vehicle, outdoor gear, and equipment before arriving, and avoid transporting firewood or plants that may carry invasive species.
- Fire safety: Fire danger in the region is high. Please do not discard cigarettes out of your window, and use care in parking in non-paved areas. If towing vehicles, properly secure with tension trailer chains.
FAQ
Monterey Car Week is an annual, week-long celebration of automotive excellence held on the Monterey Peninsula in California. It features a series of events dedicated to classic cars, luxury automobiles and motorsports. Highlights include prestigious car shows such as the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, exclusive gatherings like The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering, vintage racing at the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion and high-profile automotive auctions. Monterey Car Week attracts car enthusiasts, collectors and industry professionals from around the world, offering a unique blend of history, design and innovation in the automotive world.
Monterey Car Week is 10 days from Friday, August 7 - Sunday, August 16, 2026, featuring many events, auto shows, races, auctions and unveilings.
Monterey Car Week happens at various locations throughout Monterey County, including events at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca and Pebble Beach Golf Links. Please see our Interactive Car Week Map to view event location information and more.
View a selection of FREE Monterey Car Week events if you’re a fan of classic cars and don’t want to break the bank.
The Monterey Car Shows will be held at various locations in Monterey County. More information about events and event locations can be found using our Interactive Car Week Map. The world-famous Concours d’Elegance will be held on August 16 at Pebble Beach Golf Links.
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