Car events in 2026 – The best events of this year
In 2026, the automotive world will once again be packed with spectacular events. From supercars on the circuit to classic icons on stylish country estates. In this overview you will find the best car events of 2026, clearly sorted by month so you don’t have to miss a single highlight.
january 2026
January kicks off the car year with two major crowd-pullers. Whether you love classic icons or are curious about the latest models: this month is all about car design, innovation and history.
INTERCLASSICS MAASTRICHT 2026
The perfect start to the car year with classics, youngtimers and exclusive sports cars.
- Date: Thursday 15 to Sunday 18 January 2026
- Location:
MECC Maastricht – Forum 100, 6229 GV Maastricht
Prices:
- Early Bird ticket: approx. €22,50
- Standard ticket: approx. €26,50
- Multi-day pass: approx. €45 – €55
- Children 8–15 years: approx. €11 – €14,50
- Children under 8 years: Free
BRUSSELS MOTOR SHOW 2026
The major European motor show where you discover the latest models and concept cars.
- Date: Friday 9 to Sunday 18 January 2026
- Location:
Brussels Expo – Place de Belgique 1, 1020 Brussels (BE)
Prices:
- Standard ticket: approx. €10 – €15
- Children: often free or discounted
march 2026
After a quiet winter, the outdoor season gets going again. March is all about action and spectacle, with one of the biggest car meetings in the Netherlands.
AUTOMADNESS ASSEN 2026
An explosive mix of show cars, drag races and pure motorsport experience.
- Date: Sunday 29 March 2026
- Location:
TT Circuit Assen – De Haar 9, 9405 TE Assen
Prices:
- Early Bird ticket: approx. €17,50
- Standard ticket: approx. €20
- Children 6–12 years: approx. €10
- Children under 6 years: Free
- Parking: €10
- Show car entry: €10
- VIP upgrade: approx. €105
- Circuit participation / parade lap: from €55
april 2026
April brings the first big outdoor supercar events of the year. The circuit season kicks off and car enthusiasts can once again enjoy fast, exotic cars in action.
SUPERCARMADNESS ZANDVOORT 2026
The biggest supercar show in the Netherlands on the Formula 1 circuit.
- Date: Sunday 19 April 2026
- Location:
Circuit Zandvoort – Burgemeester van Alphenstraat 108, 2041 KP Zandvoort
Prices:
- Early Bird ticket: approx. €20
- Standard ticket (on the door): approx. €35
- Children 6–12 years: approx. €10
- Children under 6 years: Free
may 2026
In May, the vibe shifts to relaxed cruising and enjoyment. It is the month of American muscle cars, throaty V8 sounds and informal meetings.
AMERICAN SUNDAY ZANDVOORT 2026
A laid-back meet full of American muscle cars, pick-ups and cruisers.
- Date: Sunday 3 May 2026
- Location:
Circuit Zandvoort – Burgemeester van Alphenstraat 108, 2041 KP Zandvoort
Prices:
- Standard ticket: approx. €10 – €20
- Children: often free or reduced
july 2026
Summer is the perfect time for large outdoor car shows. July combines good weather with a wide range of supercars, classics and show cars.
HART VOOR AUTO’S – SHOWTIME 2026
A summery car show with supercars, classics and drag races at an airfield.
- Date: Saturday 18 July 2026
- Location:
Breda International Airport – Kempenbaan 1, 4815 PZ Breda
Prices:
- Early Bird ticket: approx. €15
- Standard ticket: approx. €20 – €25
- Children: often discounted or free
august 2026
August is all about pure motorsport and nostalgia. Historic racing cars and iconic circuits provide a month full of emotion, sound and speed.
OLDTIMER GRAND PRIX NÜRBURGRING 2026
Classic racing cars hitting the legendary circuit at full speed.
- Date: Friday 7 to Sunday 9 August 2026
- Location:
Nürburgring – Otto-Flimm-Straße, 53520 Nürburg (DE)
Prices:
- Day ticket: approx. €20 – €40
- Weekend ticket: approx. €40 – €70
- Children: often free or discounted
september 2026
September is one of the strongest car months of the year. With both stylish outdoor events and gigantic classic car fairs, this is the month for true enthusiasts.
WHEELS MARIËNWAERDT 2026
A stylish car event with classics and supercars on a beautiful country estate.
- Date: Friday 11 to Sunday 13 September 2026
- Location:
Landgoed Mariënwaerdt – Nieuwe Zuiderlingedijk 1, 4158 CK Beesd
Prices:
- Day ticket: approx. €20 – €30
- Combined ticket: to be announced
- Children: usually discounted or free
TECHNO-CLASSICA ESSEN 2026
Europe’s largest classic car fair with cars, parts and collectibles.
- Date: Thursday 24 to Sunday 27 September 2026
- Location:
Messe Essen – Norbertstraße, 45131 Essen (DE)
Prices:
- Standard ticket: approx. €20 – €25
- Children: approx. €10 or free
october 2026
The outdoor season is coming to an end, but indoors we just keep going. October ends the year with a banging car show full of tuning, performance and eye-catching builds.
100% AUTO LIVE 2026
The ultimate indoor car show for tuning, performance and custom builds.
- Date: Saturday 31 October & Sunday 1 November 2026
- Location:
Rotterdam Ahoy – Ahoyweg 10, 3084 BA Rotterdam
Prices:
- Early Bird ticket: approx. €15
- Standard ticket: approx. €20 – €25
attention car fans.
Are you mad about supercars, roaring engines or the most eye-catching car wraps? Then car events are something you simply cannot afford to miss. All over the world, enthusiasts come together to share their passion for cars, admire new builds and find fresh inspiration.
