Events

Hard Park

Saturday, 17 January 2026
Featuring amazing crews & clubs from all around the country and good sorts with modified rides that all enjoy a non-competitive chilled day out with likeminded individuals. Open to all modified vehicles from any genre.

Meguiar's Coffee & Cars

Sunday, 18 January 2026
Meguiar's Coffee & Cars is a free, family-friendly summer meet at Auckland Showgrounds, open to classics, hot rods, exotics, JDM, euros, aussies & brits.

Ellerslie Concours Banquet

Saturday, 7 February 2026
An elegant new highlight of the Concours weekend, the Ellerslie Concours Banquet promises a memorable evening of fine dining and motoring camaraderie. Guests will enjoy pre-dinner bubbles and canapés, followed by a three-course dinner with wine included, all set among stunning automotive displays reflecting this year’s show theme.
Celebrating classic cars with competitions of an international standard based on presentation, cleanliness, condition, originality and excellence. 80 car clubs will create the biggest display of car marques from all around the globe.

Meguiar's Coffee & Cars

Sunday, 15 February 2026
Meguiar's Coffee & Cars is a free, family-friendly summer meet at Auckland Showgrounds, open to classics, hot rods, exotics, JDM, euros, aussies & brits.

Ayrburn Classic

Friday, 20 February 2026 - Sunday, 22 February 2026
A celebration of motoring heritage and innovation with a sophisticated festival vibe, set against the spectacular backdrop of one of New Zealand’s finest hospitality precincts.

Americarna 2026

Tuesday, 24 February 2026 - Saturday, 28 February 2026
The event spans several locations, including Opunake, Waitara, Inglewood, Stratford, and Hawera over the first three days. Notably, on Friday night, the New Plymouth CBD is closed exclusively for the entrants’ vehicles, offering a legendary and unforgettable experience enjoyed by both participants and the public.

Meguiar's Coffee & Cars

Sunday, 15 March 2026
Meguiar's Coffee & Cars is a free, family-friendly summer meet at Auckland Showgrounds, open to classics, hot rods, exotics, JDM, euros, aussies & brits.

Beach Hop 2026

Wednesday, 25 March 2026 - Sunday, 29 March 2026
Established in 2000. Beach Hop has brought hundreds of thousands of New Zealanders together for an annual rock and roll festival. This event is held in the beautiful seaside resort of Whangamata on the Coromandel Peninsula.

Meguiar's Coffee & Cars

Sunday, 3 May 2026
Meguiar's Coffee & Cars is a free, family-friendly summer meet at Auckland Showgrounds, open to classics, hot rods, exotics, JDM, euros, aussies & brits.

Revcon

Saturday, 9 May 2026
REVCON is the fresh evolution of the iconic 4 & Rotary Nationals Show & Shine that has thrilled NZ car enthusiasts for 3 decades — overhauled and rebranded for 2026 and beyond. Open to ALL makes and models, JDM's, Euro, Rotary, Street Machines, Hot Rods, Race Cars, Exotics, Lowriders, Viclas, Classics and much more!

Chrome Showcase

Saturday, 3 October 2026 - Sunday, 4 October 2026
Chrome SHOWCASE is where automotive, lifestyle, and entertainment collide - creating an unparalleled event NZ hasn’t seen in years. TICKETS: Adults $30, Kids (8-15) $20, Kids 7 and under Free.