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 11

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

MONDAY, AUGUST 14

• 4 P.M. - 8 P.M., PORSCHE MONTEREY CLASSIC - Hundreds of Porsche Classic sports cars will be on display by owners from around the world with live music performances and food and beverage selections from acclaimed local makers. GET FREE GENERAL ADMISSION TICKET

TUESDAY, AUGUST 15

• 9 A.M. - 4 P.M., ACURA IN THE PARK - Check out Acura cars in Carmel-by-the-Sea's lovely Devendorf Park. The event will feature cars (of course!), coffee and light bites.
• 3 P.M. - 7 P.M., CLASSIC MOTORSPORTS MONTEREY KICK-OFF - This welcome party in downtown Pacific Grove features 200 classic sports and luxury cars, muscle cars, newer exotics, and classic 4x4s.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 16

• NOON - 5 P.M., THE LITTLE CAR SHOW  - 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 - 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 17

• 7 A.M. - NOON, PEBBLE BEACH TOUR D'ELEGANCE - 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.

• 7 A.M. - 3 P.M., LEGENDS OF THE AUTOBAHN - An annual celebration of German automotive engineering draws over 400 registered cars along with exhibits from event sponsors. Spectators are regularly greeted by rare and historically significant models, as well as factory-prepared specials.

• 9 A.M. - 6 P.M., PEBBLE BEACH RETROAUTO, DAY 1 - An automobilia enthusiast’s dream, Pebble Beach RetroAuto hosts a highly curated selection of rare collectibles and memorabilia from the automotive past, to the latest luxury goods and technological tools of the present. 

FRIDAY, AUGUST 18

• 9 A.M. - 6 P.M., PEBBLE BEACH RETROAUTO, DAY 2 - An automobilia enthusiast’s dream, Pebble Beach RetroAuto hosts a highly curated selection of rare collectibles and memorabilia from the automotive past, to the latest luxury goods and technological tools of the present.

• NOON - 6 P.M., PACIFIC GROVE ROTARY CONCOURS AUTO RALLY - 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 19

• ​8 A.M. - 1 P.M., CONCOURS D'LEMONS - 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., PEBBLE BEACH RETROAUTO, DAY 3 - An automobilia enthusiast’s dream, Pebble Beach RetroAuto hosts a highly curated selection of rare collectibles and memorabilia from the automotive past, to the latest luxury goods and technological tools of the present.

• 1 P.M. - 6 P.M., EXOTICS ON BROADWAY - 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 20

1. 8 A.M. - 6 P.M., PEBBLE BEACH RETROAUTO, DAY 4 - An automobilia enthusiast’s dream, Pebble Beach RetroAuto hosts a highly curated selection of rare collectibles and memorabilia from the automotive past, to the latest luxury goods and technological tools of the present. 

BUDGET-FRIENDLY PLACES TO STAY IN MONTEREY COUNTY

Find budget friendly places to stay for Monterey Car Week.