The crown jewel of the festival, TheHilton Head Island Concours d’Elegance, unfolds across the stunning fairways of Port Royal Golf Club’s Planter’s Row course, transforming the landscape into a showcase of automotive excellence. Over 200 of the world’s most extraordinary vehicles—spanning decades of craftsmanship, innovation, and legacy—will take center stage, each vying for the coveted Best of Show distinction.

With 75 esteemed judges from across North America meticulously evaluating each entrant, this is more than a display—it is a competition defined by precision, history, and elegance. Attendees will be immersed in the artistry of automotive design, from the golden age of motoring to the boundary-pushing performance of today’s most celebrated marques.

This year, we proudly honor Jaguar, a marque synonymous with luxury and innovation, alongside a special tributes with our Honored Collector, Ivan Ruiz, Pinnacle Collector, Stephen Plaster, Velocity Collectors Mike & Debbie Rogers & Motorsports Collector, Rob Dyson.

For over two decades, the Concours d’Elegance has set the stage for automotive icons to be admired, judged, and awarded among peers and enthusiasts alike. Ferraris, Jaguars, Mustangs, Porsches, rare European classics, Italian GTs, American sports cars, Japanese performance legends, and even pop culture icons will all have their moment in the spotlight—each a testament to the passion that drives the world of motoring forward.

Join us for an unforgettable day where history, prestige, and innovation unite in an unparalleled celebration of the automobile.

2026 Concours Class List

Honored Marque – Jaguar – Sports, Saloons and Racers

Featured Marque – Pontiac – 100th Anniversary

American Production

American Sports Cars

Brass Era

British Roadsters

Classics – Open

Classics – Closed

Early SUVs

International Sports Cars

Micro Cars

Motorcycles

Muscle & Performance Cars

Porsche “Outlaws”

Rolling Melodies

Supercars & Exotics