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RARE COLLECTOR CARS, MOVIE ICONS AND TURBO CARS HIGHLIGHT 2026 CINCINNATI CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE
48th Annual Event Combines Automotive Heritage, Entertainment, and Family Fun
June 14 at Ault Park – Tickets Available Now
CINCINNATI, OH – June 8, 2026 — The 48th Annual Cincinnati Concours d’Elegance, presented by Barchetta Charitable Fund, a premier automotive showcase featuring North America’s finest collector automobiles and motorcycles, will take place Sunday, June 14, 2026, at Cincinnati’s historic Ault Park. With over 200 cars and motorcycles on display, the internationally recognized automotive event will celebrate style and performance with the featured theme “100 Years of Mercedes-Benz,” sponsored by Porsche of the Village. The event will also feature special display classes, including a Tribute to the cars featured in the movies The Fast and the FuriousTM and CarsTM, and Turbo Era Cars (1973-1993).
Fueling Young Car Fans
As part of its commitment to inspiring the next generation of automotive enthusiasts, the show will offer family-friendly experiences including opportunities for fans of all ages to meet and take photos with full-size replicas of Disney and Pixar’s “Cars”™ characters Lightning McQueen™ and the talking Tow Mater™, as well as iconic vehicles from The Fast and the FuriousTM movies. Children will also have free access to a Legacy Library offering car-themed books, magazines, Matchbox cars, and other automotive resources, thanks to the support of generous donors.
Weekend of Events
Guests are invited to explore an unforgettable lineup of vehicles and interactive experiences all weekend long.
Saturday, June 13
Countryside Tour (12 noon): participants will meet at Mariemont Square for a scenic tour of the Cincinnati region culminating at the Mittelhof Gallery in Liberty Township, Ohio, sponsored by Roeher Insurance.
Hangar Party (5:00-9:00 pm): experience a one-of-a-kind display of exotic cars, motorcycles, and private jets at Executive Jet Management’s hangar at Lunken Airport, sponsored by Torque Motor Suites.
Sunday, June 14
Craft Beer Garden (10:00 am to 3:00 pm): Sample offerings from local craft breweries and enjoy bourbon tastings. Tickets will be available day of the show at the Craft Beer Garden.
Cincinnati Concours d’Elegance VIP Brunch (10:30 am-2:00 pm): Enjoy a gourmet brunch catered by Eat Well at the Ault Park Pavilion. Advance ticket purchase required.
Will Sherman’s AutoArt Display (10:00 am to 4:00 pm): A vibrant mix of art and automotive design featuring well-known artists, in the North Display Area.
Car Show Ticket Sales and Parking
Sunday’s car show will run from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Tickets can be purchased online at https://ohioconcours.com, or day of show. Adult car show tickets are $45 each; student tickets (with valid school ID) are $15 each; children under 12 are admitted free.
Spectator parking for the June 14 event will be at the Fifth Third Bank Operations Center, 5020 Duck Creek Road near I-71 Exit 9, with free shuttle service to Ault Park. Shuttles will run continuously to and from the show’s main gate area from 9:30 am until 5:00 pm. On-site parking at Ault Park and surrounding areas will be extremely limited; guests are encouraged to park at the spectator parking location.
For additional details on the weekend of events, visit https://ohioconcours.com/events/
About the Cincinnati Concours d’Elegance
The Cincinnati Concours d’Elegance is one of the most anticipated classic car show events in the United States—a world-class exhibition of motoring excellence. The Concours consists of a weekend of events for car lovers and culminates in the Cincinnati Concours d’Elegance. Cars are displayed in the formal gardens of historic Ault Park, with a classic pavilion overlooking the show field, where a brunch is held. The Cincinnati Concours d’Elegance Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization, manages the event with all proceeds benefiting the Arthritis Foundation, and a special focus on Juvenile Arthritis (JA). To find out more about the Cincinnati Concours d’Elegance, or to order tickets, visit http://www.ohioconcours.com. For more information about the Arthritis Foundation, go to http://www.arthritis.org/.
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