FREE MONTEREY CAR WEEK EVENTS

If you're a fan of classic cars but your wallet seems a little thin these days, don't despair! There are still ways to do Monterey Car Week without breaking the bank. And look at it this way - if you're not bidding on Bugatti's Bugatti, you've already saved $15 million. Here are all the free events you can participate in during Monterey Car Week.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 9

• 5-7 P.M., MONTEREY CAR WEEK KICKOFF (FREE): A remarkable collection of historic race cars line Alvarado Street in Monterey before racing at Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion. Meet the drivers and enjoy music and giveaways. This is a great family-friendly event.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 13

• 1-5 P.M., CLASSIC MOTORSPORTS MONTEREY KICKOFF (FREE): A welcome party in downtown Pacific Grove ft. 200 classic sports & luxury cars, muscle cars, newer exotics and classic 4x4s.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 14

• NOON-5 P.M., THE LITTLE CAR SHOW (FREE): A parade of vintage mini, micro, electric, steam and arcane vehicles down Pacific Grove's main thoroughfare, beautiful Lighthouse Avenue -  a great opportunity for photographers!

• ETA 4 P.M., PEBBLE BEACH MOTORING CLASSIC (FREE): Participants embark on an epic 9-day journey to the ultimate destination in Pebble Beach. The Motoring Classic participant package includes all meals and accommodations and entertainment en route from Kirkland, Washington to Casa Palmero at Pebble Beach.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 15

• 7 A.M. - NOON, PEBBLE BEACH TOUR D'ELEGANCE (FREE): An exhibition of elegance in motion featuring 150+ Concours entrants seeking to prove they are roadworthy and gain an advantage in the Concours as they trace a scenic route on Highway 1.

• 9 A.M. - 6 P.M., PEBBLE BEACH RETROAUTO (FREE): Day 1 - A highly curated selection of rare collectibles and memorabilia from the automotive past, to the latest luxury goods and technological tools of the present. 

• 9 A.M. - 6 P.M., CONCOURS VILLAGE (FREE): The hub for Pebble Beach Car Week experiences, including Classic Car Forums and RetroAuto. Additionally, visitors can explore manufacturer displays and their unique visions, go for a ride with one of the official Ride & Drives and purchase memorabilia.

• 10 A.M. - 4 P.M., PRANCING PONIES WOMEN'S CAR SHOW (FREE): This car show features Women-owned hyper, classic, muscle, sport, and electric cars. Proceeds support the Prancing Ponies Foundation's mission to 'Create Women Leaders One Girl at a Time.'

FRIDAY, AUGUST 16

• 7 A.M. - 3 P.M., PORSCHE CLUB OF AMERICA WERKS REUNION (FREE): Showcasing a breathtaking array of Porsches, from rare classics to current models.

• 9 A.M. - 6 P.M., PEBBLE BEACH RETROAUTO (FREE): Day 2 - A highly curated selection of rare collectibles and memorabilia from the automotive past, to the latest luxury goods and technological tools of the present. 

• 9 A.M. - 6 P.M., CONCOURS VILLAGE (FREE): Day 2 - The hub for Pebble Beach Car Week experiences, including Classic Car Forums and RetroAuto. Additionally, visitors can explore manufacturer displays and their unique visions, go for a ride with one of the official Ride & Drives and purchase memorabilia.

• NOON - 6 P.M., PACIFIC GROVE ROTARY CONCOURS AUTO RALLY (FREE): This annual event is geared for those enthusiasts who own, drive or appreciate all cars, especially Vintage, Classic, Sports, and Luxury vehicles. The Rally Drive follows a scenic route along the magnificent Pacific Grove and Pebble Beach shoreline.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 17

• 8 A.M. - 1 P.M., CONCOURS D'LEMONS (FREE): Back again to ruin Monterey Car Week, the Concours d'Lemons has become the "Must Do" event of the week. Crappy cars, lots of laughs, celebrity judges, and free admission. It doesn't get much better/worse. Celebrating the Oddball, Mundane, and Truly Awful of the automotive world! 

• 9 A.M. - 6 P.M., CONCOURS VILLAGE (FREE): Day 3 - The hub for Pebble Beach Car Week experiences, including Classic Car Forums and RetroAuto. Additionally, visitors can explore manufacturer displays and their unique visions, go for a ride with one of the official Ride & Drives and purchase memorabilia.

• 1-6 P.M., EXOTICS ON BROADWAY (FREE): This unique event is focused entirely on the Super, Hyper and Exotic Car phenomenon. Exotics on Broadway showcases some of the most rare and exciting cars of our time alongside the companies and brands that can take these cars to the next level in performance and showmanship.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 18

• 9 A.M. - 6 P.M., PEBBLE BEACH RETROAUTO (FREE): Day 4 - A highly curated selection of rare collectibles and memorabilia from the automotive past, to the latest luxury goods and technological tools of the present. 

• 9 A.M. - 6 P.M., CONCOURS VILLAGE (FREE): Day 4 - The hub for Pebble Beach Car Week experiences, including Classic Car Forums and RetroAuto. Additionally, visitors can explore manufacturer displays and their unique visions, go for a ride with one of the official Ride & Drives and purchase memorabilia.

Budget-Friendly Places to Stay for Monterey Car Week

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