We’re thrilled to announce an exciting new schedule for The Amelia in 2026: based on your overwhelming enthusiasm, the Concours d’Elegance will be held on Saturday March 7 followed by our largest-ever Cars & Community on Sunday March 8.
The weekend activities commence on Thursday with Reverie, an evening featuring the luxurious intersection of automotive, travel and culinary craft inspired by this year’s honoree. Get ready for a Saturday packed with the world’s finest vehicles at the Concours d’Elegance, a RADwood celebration of ‘80s & ‘90s cars and culture, Ride & Drives, brand-new seminar experiences and more. On Sunday, we’re excited to open all three fields for Cars & Community so we can welcome over 500 local enthusiast vehicles to truly celebrate the region’s overwhelming car love. Plus, anyone who applied for Cars & Community in 2025 will get priority entry in 2026.
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This year, we're thrilled to celebrate Dario Franchitti as honoree for 2026. A revered name in motorsport, Franchitti’s passion for driving excellence, deep roots in international racing and continued work as a car culture ambassador make him a special addition to The Amelia’s world-class roster of honorees. An accomplished motorsport broadcaster, passionate collector and preservationist, Franchitti is also a four-time IndyCar Series champion and three-time winner of the Indianapolis 500.
Throughout his career, he’s had 31 IndyCar victories and 89 podium finishes. Plus, Franchitti is a member of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Hall of Fame, Motorsports Hall of Fame, Scottish Sports Hall of Fame, Canadian Motorsports Hall of Fame, and Gordon Murray Automotive Director of Brand and Product. Join us as we recognize his incredible career and impact on car culture.