The Apex 2024: Automotive Events Calendar
As the car world gradually awakens from its slumber, we deem it fitting to help our readers navigate the anticipated hustle and bustle of the year ahead. From historic racing meets, concours events, retro petrolhead shindigs and iconic races, this is our humble (and non-exhaustive) list of places to be and races to see in 2024.
Written by Archie Hill for The Apex by Custodian. Edited & produced by Archie Hill, Charles Clegg & Jeremy Hindle.
Winter
31st Jan - 4th February, Rétromobile
8th - 10th February, Fat International Aspen
23rd - 24th February, ICE St Moritz
For more details on the F.A.T International & The ICE St Moritz, check out this article.
26th February - 3rd March, Geneva Motor Show
After a 4 year hiatus, the Geneva Motor Show returns. This year the event celebrates its 100 year anniversary, making it extra special.
*London Classic Car Show (postponed until summer - dates tbc)
Source: Charlie Brenninkmeijer & The ICE St Moritz
Spring
5th - 7th April, Mugello Classic
13th - 14th April, Petrolhedonism Underground
13th - 14th April, Goodwood Members' Meeting
The Goodwood glory kicks off with the Members' Meeting, guaranteeing exciting racing and a treasure trove of incredible cars.
18th - 20th April, Salon Privé London
21st April, Bicester Sunday Scramble
22nd - 27th April, Tour Auto
25th - 28th April, Retro Classics Stuttgart
4th May, ShedFest
5th May, Goodwood Breakfast Club (100th Anniversary)
The Goodwood Breakfast Clubs always make for a morning well spent. Plus, they’re free to attend (though you do still need to register for a ticket).
4th - 5th May, Donnington Historic Festival
9th - 11th May, Spa 6 hours
10th - 12th May, Monaco Historic
17th - 19th May, Spa Classic
18th - 19th May, Beaulieu Spring Autojumble
23rd - 26th May, Monaco Grand Prix
24th - 26th May, Concours D’elegance Villa D’este
“A treasure whom the earth keeps to herself” - Lake Como as described by William Wordsworth. The highlight of the European concours calendar.
25th - 30th May, Rallye Des Princesses Richard Mille
1st - 2nd June, Coventry MotoFest Concours
Taking place within the ruins of the old Coventry Cathedral, the Concours forms part of the Coventry MotoFest weekend, which is a free event for the public to attend. If you own a vehicle that was built or designed in Coventry between 1896 and 2024 and is in peak condition then you are eligible to enter.
2nd June, Goodwood Breakfast Club (Supercar Sunday)
4th - 6th June, London Concours
Small but perfectly formed, the London Concours takes place at the heart of the City of London on the Honourable Artillery Company's meticulously maintained lawns.
8th - 9th June, Players Classic
“Every scene and automotive subculture are not just represented but integrated into a melting pot of curated metal.”
11th - 15th June, Mille Miglia
You only have until January 16th 2024 to enter this years Mille Miglia!
12th - 16th June, Le Mans
Source: Charlie Brenninkmeijer & Archie Hill
Summer
23rd June, Goodwood Breakfast Club (GRRC Sunday)
29th - 30th June, Snetterton Classic
29th - 30th June, Heveningham Concours
Heveningham Concours has quickly become one of the UK’s finest annual car and aeroplane shows.
5th - 7th July, Silverstone Grand Prix
11th - 14th July, Goodwood Festival of Speed
26th - 28th July, Oulton Park Gold Cup
4th August, Goodwood Breakfast Club (Classic Car Sunday)
9th - 18th August, Monterey Car Week
The picturesque Monterey Peninsula will once again become a hub of luxury and automotive splendour. Attendees can also revel in the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, where a breathtaking line-up of classic cars and cutting-edge supercars will grace the 18th fairway.
23rd - 25th August, CarFest
23rd - 25th August, Silverstone Festival
Previously known as the Silverstone Classic, the Silverstone Festival offers historic motorsport, great music, family fun and good food all in one weekend.
28th - 31st August, Salon Privé
Describing itself as ‘the UK's most exclusive motor show and summer social fixture’, you’ll find us ironing our chinos and preparing our finest headgear weeks in advance.
30th August - 1st September, Rali Ceredigion
Round 7 of the FIA European Rally Championship will take place in Ceredigion, Wales.
30th August - 1st September, Concours of Elegance Hampton Court
6th - 8th September, Goodwood Revival
This years Revival will be the world's first historic motorsport event to race exclusively on sustainable fuel.
14th - 15th September, Beaulieu International Autojumble
Source: Charlie Brenninkmeijer & Archie Hill
Autumn
26th - 29th September, Spa Six Hours
4th - 6th October, Estoril Classics
6th October, Bicester Sunday Scramble
19th - 20th October, MRL Silverstone GP Meeting
3rd November, London to Brighton Veteran Car Run
4th - 9th November, Rallye Des Legendes Richard Mille
8th - 10th November, NEC Classic Motor Show
Source: Charlie Brenninkmeijer & Archie Hill
