Watch Barrett-Jackson Auction Over 600 Car Classics Live Broadcast from West Palm Beach, Florida on April 16-18, 2026
April 16 @ 8:00 am - April 18 @ 8:00 am
$35
Barrett-Jackson, renowned as “The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions,” is set to return to the Sunshine State for its annual West Palm Beach Auction. The event will take place at the South Florida Fairgrounds from April 16 to 18, 2026.
DETAILS:
- The 2026 Barrett-Jackson West Palm Beach Auction will take place from 4/16/2026 to 4/18/2026.
- The event runs from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM each day at the South Florida Fairgrounds in West Palm Beach, Florida.
- Ticket prices for each day range from $25.00 to $55.00. (BUY TICKETS HERE)
- Location: South Florida Fairgrounds, 9067 Southern Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33411
“This year, the Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach auction will be broadcast live on the FYI and/or HISTORY networks. The broadcast covers all the action on Thursday, April 16th, Friday, April 17th, and Saturday, April 18th, 2026.”
Reflecting on the previous year, Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach 2025 continued its momentum with a massive turnout. The event achieved a nearly 100-percent sell-through rate, solidifying its status as a premier automotive event. In comparison, the 2023 auction witnessed the sale of over 622 vehicles and generated $44.4 million in sales.
Last year, the auction attracted record numbers of bidders and car enthusiasts alike. The event continues to set records with a massive automobilia collection and dozens of world records in auction sales. Craig Jackson, Chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson, emphasized that the Palm Beach auction aims to build on the momentum from the Scottsdale sale.
The focus remains on high-quality consignments and a 100-percent “No Reserve” docket for the majority of the event. The Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach Auction is a pivotal event for car enthusiasts and celebrities in South Florida. Known for its allure to the uber-wealthy community, this three-day event frequently attracts stars like Sylvester Stallone and Vanilla Ice.
One well-known Palm Beach resident who attends the auction like clockwork is the renowned philanthropist John Staluppi. Staluppi is best known for his “Cars of Dreams” collection and his incredible dedication to philanthropy. He often sells portions of his collection to benefit local and national charities through the Barrett-Jackson platform.
You can read more about John Staluppi’s Cars of Dreams Private Museum here.
FOLLOW UP: BARRETT-JACKSON SCOTTSDALE 2026
The Scottsdale 2026 auction set the pace for the year, featuring massive sales of modern hypercars and classic Resto-Mods.The Palm Beach docket follows this trend with an incredible selection of modern European performance and vintage American muscle.
Here are the Featured Vehicles crossing the block during the 2026 Palm Beach Auction: (Source Barrett-Jackson Website)
- 2024 Porsche 911 S/T Heritage Design Package – One of 1,963 units
- 2024 Porsche 911 GT3 RS – Paint to Sample Mint Green
- 2026 Porsche 911 Carrera T Club Coupe – 1 of 70 Anniversary Edition
- 1970 Dodge Hemi Challenger R/T – Numbers-matching, Hemi Orange
- 1967 Ford Mustang Eleanor Tribute – Big-block 390ci S-code
- 1949 Mercury Custom Coupe – Jesse James’ West Coast Choppers Build
- 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Baldwin Motion Custom Speedster
- 2023 Ferrari SF90 Stradale
- 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Custom Split-Window Coupe
- 2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse – First Retail Production
THE VIP EXPERIENCE
If you want the ultimate experience possible at an auction, you will want the ‘Barrett-Jackson VIP Experience’. This includes private seating in Craig Jackson’s personal skybox and top-tier hospitality in his private lounge. The VIP Experience features premium reserved seating, opening night parties, and exclusive photo opportunities. Best of all, you can rub elbows with elite car collectors and celebrities while connecting with like-minded enthusiasts.
VIDEO: Barrett-Jackson Auction Palm Beach Broadcast
Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach features a massive variety of “No Reserve” consignments for the 2026 season. From the Stuttgart Takeover of modern Porsches to custom Resto-Mods, the diversity of the docket is unparalleled. The collection includes originals and unique builds spanning from the 1950s to the present day.
Additional categories include hot rods, modern supercars, and unique movie-car tributes. The 2026 lineup includes the super rare 2024 Porsche 911 S/T and a numbers-matching 1970 Hemi Challenger. Several elite bare also expected to draw heavy bidding throughout the weekend.
“There is no other collector car experience on the planet that rivals Barrett-Jackson,” said Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson.
Tickets for the 2026 Palm Beach Auction are now on sale at the official Barrett-Jackson website.
Event Schedule:
Dates
- Thursday, April 16, 2026: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Friday, April 17, 2026: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Saturday, April 18, 2026: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Location
South Florida Fairgrounds
9067 Southern Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL
Ticket Price
$25.00 to $55.00
EVENT & AUCTION LOCATION
South Florida Fairgrounds
9067 Southern Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33411
AUCTION SCHEDULE
SELLER’S CHECK-IN at the South Florida Fairgrounds.
Monday through Wednesday, April 13 – 15, from 8 AM until 7 PM.
AUCTION TIMES
The Auction Gates open daily at 8 AM at the South Florida Fairgrounds.
Gates close one hour after the last classic car is sold on the block.
BARRETT-JACKSON AUTOMOBILIA AUCTION
Dates & Times: Thursday, Friday, and Saturday starting at 10 AM.
The Automobilia Auction features rare collectibles, including vintage gas pumps and racing posters. Items for sale also include vintage hood mascots and original dealership signs.
PARKING & TRAFFIC INFORMATION
The South Florida Expo Fairgrounds has over 6,000 spaces available for attendees. Parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Accessible parking spaces are available in the Yellow Lot.
– Parking is $10 EVERY DAY
TICKETS AND ADMISSION
The 2026 auction offers Single-Day Tickets, All-Session Passes, and VIP Luxury Packages.
TICKET PRICES OVERVIEW: At the gate, tickets cost approximately $35 – $55 depending on the day. Advanced online tickets offer a significant discount for early purchasers. Tickets for all three days, called an “All-Session Pass,” cost approximately $80 online.
DAILY TICKETS
- Thursday/Friday Tickets: Advance Adult $25.00+
- Saturday Tickets: Advance Adult $35.00+
Valid Thursday, April 16, through Saturday, April 18.
- Advance Ticket: Adult Approx. $80.00
TICKETS: VIP EXPERIENCE
Official Ticket Packages include premium hospitality and Opening Night Party tickets. The three-day VIP package includes general admission from Thursday to Saturday. This package provides access to the Luxury Lounge, bidder badges, and the staging lanes.
WHERE TO STAY FOR THE AUCTION?
Recommended hotels include the Fairfield Inn & Suites Wellington and the Hampton Inn West Palm Beach.
TV BROADCAST SCHEDULE
The auction will be broadcast LIVE over the FYI and HISTORY TV Networks.
FYI / History Channel LIVE Broadcast Schedule 2026
Thursday, April 16, 2026
• LIVE Broadcast coverage begins on FYI. Check local listings for exact times.
Friday, April 17, 2026
• LIVE Broadcast coverage continues on the FYI Network.
Saturday, April 18, 2026
• Peak bidding coverage airs LIVE on HISTORY and FYI.
Where & When is the Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach Auction?
The auction takes place at the South Florida Fairgrounds at 9067 Southern Blvd, West Palm Beach.
The event runs from Thursday, April 16, through Saturday, April 18, 2026.
UPCOMING BARRETT-JACKSON AUCTION SCHEDULE
- Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas 2026 – To Be Announced
- Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale 2027 – January 2027
SEE ALL UPCOMING 2026 EVENTS (CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE & AUCTIONS)
