Top Automotive Events to Attend in 2025
For car enthusiasts, automotive events are more than just exhibitions, they’re experiences that bring us closer to the vehicles and communities we love. As we get ready for 2025, the automotive calendar is packed with legendary gatherings, from historic rallies to cutting-edge showcases. Whether you're a fan of vintage classics, modern supercars, or motorsport heritage, here’s a roundup of some of the must-attend automotive events of 2025.
1. The ICE St. Moritz
February 21 - 22, 2025
Set on the frozen lake of St. Moritz in Switzerland, The ICE is an extraordinary blend of elegance and adventure. This event showcases a curated selection of vintage and rare cars, all gracefully navigating the snow and ice. Imagine iconic classics gliding across a pristine alpine backdrop. With its mix of concours-level cars and breathtaking scenery, The ICE is a true winter wonderland for automotive lovers.
The setting alone makes this one of the most unique car events in the world. Plus, it’s a perfect excuse to indulge in the luxury and charm of St. Moritz.
2. Tour Auto
April 07 - 12, 2025
France’s Tour Auto combines a rally and a rolling museum, where vintage cars retrace iconic routes across the French countryside. This historic rally starts in Paris, often with a grand showcase at an iconic venue, and winds its way through picturesque towns and challenging tracks. Participants and spectators alike revel in the beauty of these classic machines in motion.
The Tour Auto captures the essence of motorsport’s golden age and encourages you to experience these machines in action, not just parked at a show.
3. Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este
May 23 - 25, 2025
Set on the shores of Lake Como in Italy, the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este is the epitome of luxury and refinement. This prestigious concours highlights a curated selection of the world’s finest vintage and concept cars. The setting, the cars, and the atmosphere create a dreamlike experience.
It’s a perfect blend of automotive history and Italian elegance in one of the world’s most stunning locations.
4. The Mille Miglia
June 17 - 21, 2025
Known as "the most beautiful race in the world," Italy’s Mille Miglia is a rally that traces the historic route of the original 1,000-mile race. Open only to cars that participated in the original races between 1927 and 1957, the Mille Miglia is a rolling celebration of vintage racing heritage through Italy’s most stunning landscapes.
It’s an opportunity to see some of the rarest cars ever made, driven through breathtaking Italian scenery.
5. Club Ultrace
June 28 - 29, 2025
For fans of contemporary car culture, Club Ultrace in Wrocław, Poland, is a celebration of custom builds and street-style automotive artistry. This gathering draws some of the best-modified cars from across Europe and the world, with a spotlight on creativity and individuality. From jaw-dropping widebody kits to stunning paint jobs, it’s an event that merges design, passion, and innovation.
If you’re into tuning, stance, or modern car culture, Ultrace is the ultimate showcase of what’s trending in the automotive world.
6. Le Mans Classic
July 3 - 6, 2025
Held every two years, the Le Mans Classic brings together some of the most iconic endurance racers to relive the magic of the 24 Hours of Le Mans. From pre-war racers to endurance legends, this event is a time capsule of motorsport history. The roar of engines, the charm of vintage paddocks, and the legendary Circuit de la Sarthe create an unforgettable atmosphere.
It’s an unparalleled chance to witness the evolution of endurance racing in one place.
7. Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance
August 17, 2025
California’s Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance is the pinnacle of automotive elegance. Hosted on the famous 18th fairway of Pebble Beach Golf Links, this event gathers the world’s rarest and most valuable cars, all vying for the coveted “Best of Show” award. The level of craftsmanship and restoration on display is second to none.
It’s a showcase of automotive artistry that attracts collectors, designers, and enthusiasts from around the world.
8. Goodwood Revival
September 12 - 14, 2025
Goodwood Revival in the UK is a time machine for car enthusiasts. Held at the historic Goodwood Circuit, this event celebrates mid-20th-century motorsport with period-correct races, vintage fashion, and an atmosphere that’s straight out of the 1940s, 50s, and 60s. It’s a multisensory experience where everyone dresses the part, making you feel like you’ve stepped into a classic film.
It’s not just about the cars, it’s the full immersion into a bygone era of racing and style.
Plan Your 2025 Automotive Adventures
With so many incredible events to choose from, 2025 is shaping up to be an unforgettable year for car enthusiasts.
Start planning your trips now!
Which of these events is on your bucket list?