Event Name: Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance 2025 - 74th Anniversary of the World's Premier Automobile Celebration
Overview: The Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance returns for its 74th year as the flagship event of Pebble Beach Automotive Week, bringing together the world's most extraordinary collector automobiles on the legendary 18th fairway of Pebble Beach Golf Links. Begun in 1950 and now considered the world's premier celebration of the automobile, this prestigious competition attracts automotive luminaries, collectors, and enthusiasts from around the globe to witness history, elegance, and technical excellence in automotive design. The event serves as both a competition for the ultimate Best of Show award and a showcase for anticipated concept cars and new automotive debuts.
Highlights: Recognized by The Wall Street Journal as 'the world's best annual display of historic and beautiful cars,' the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance has established itself as the most important and anticipated car show globally. Over its 74-year history, the event has raised more than $32 million for nearly 100 charities on the Monterey Peninsula, demonstrating its commitment to community impact alongside automotive excellence. The competition is unique in that it judges elegance, technical merit, and historical accuracy rather than speed, with expert judges critiquing each vehicle's restoration quality, authenticity, and significance. The event's exclusive setting on one of the world's most beautiful golf courses, combined with its rigorous judging standards, makes it the ultimate destination for serious collectors and automotive enthusiasts.
Event Details:
Date: Sunday, August 17, 2025 (74th Anniversary)
Timings: 10:30 AM - 5:00 PM (Competition and Awards)
Location: 18th Fairway, Pebble Beach Golf Links, Pebble Beach, California
Detailed Daily Schedule:
⢠Dawn: Show field opens to car entrants for final preparations
⢠5:30 AM: Show field opens to credentialed spectators
⢠8:00 AM: Expert judging commences across all competition classes
⢠10:30 AM: General admission spectators welcomed to the show field
⢠1:30 PM - 5:00 PM: Awards Ceremony & Live Show culminating in Best of Show announcement
Automotive Competition Excellence:
⢠World's finest collector cars competing for the coveted Best of Show award
⢠Expert judges evaluating elegance, technical merit, and historical accuracy
⢠Special Awards and Elegance Awards selected by Honorary Judge committees
⢠Competition classes spanning automotive history from veteran cars to supercars
⢠Restoration showcase highlighting the highest standards of automotive preservation
⢠Historical significance recognition for automobiles that shaped automotive history
⢠Technical merit evaluation of engineering innovation and mechanical excellence
⢠Style and design appreciation celebrating automotive artistry and craftsmanship
Concours Village and Exhibition Areas:
⢠Immersive manufacturer displays showcasing latest automotive innovations
⢠Concept car debuts and new model reveals from major automotive brands
⢠RetroAuto exhibition featuring curated automotive collectibles and memorabilia
⢠Official Concours merchandise locations with exclusive commemorative items
⢠Vendor marketplace featuring automotive art, books, and specialty products
⢠Educational displays highlighting automotive history and technological evolution
⢠Interactive exhibits allowing close examination of engineering details
⢠Photography opportunities with world-class automobiles and scenic coastal backdrop
Premium Experiences and VIP Options:
⢠Club d'Elegance VIP experience in elegant tent at Parc du Concours
⢠Gourmet breakfast and lunch service with all-day hosted beverages
⢠Shuttle service between premium viewing areas and VIP facilities
⢠Exclusive access to private viewing areas with enhanced amenities
⢠Meet-and-greet opportunities with automotive celebrities and industry leaders
⢠Professional photography services capturing memorable moments
⢠Concierge services ensuring exceptional guest experiences
Charity and Community Impact:
⢠Continued tradition of supporting nearly 100 charities on the Monterey Peninsula
⢠Educational partnerships promoting automotive history and preservation
⢠Phil Hill Scholarships and Jules 'J.' & Sally Heumann Scholarships for students
⢠Community giving initiatives supporting local organizations
⢠Educational outreach programs promoting automotive heritage appreciation
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