New England Concours d’Elegance Returns to Lionheart Country Club in Avon, CT (Oct. 16-17, 2026)
The highly anticipated New England Concours d’Elegance returns for its 3rd Anniversary, promising a captivating two-day event for car collectors and motoring enthusiasts. Set to unfold on Friday, October 16, 2026, through Saturday, October 17, 2026, this prestigious Concours d’Elegance will be hosted at the picturesque Lionheart Country Club in Avon, Connecticut.
This year’s edition is particularly special, featuring a dedicated Mercedes-Benz spotlight, alongside a rigorously judged Concours field and a separate, non-judged display area. With an expected collection of over 100 historic, rare, and elegant vehicles, Lionheart Country Club’s lush fairways provide an exquisite backdrop for this celebration of automotive heritage. Automobile connoisseurs and petrolheads alike will appreciate the meticulous curation.
The official event website offers a comprehensive overview of what promises to be an exceptional gathering for auto fanatics: New England Concours d’Elegance. The 2026 program is structured to provide an immersive experience, blending social elegance with pure automotive appreciation.
FEATURED CARS
While specific individual 2026 cars have not yet been named, the event will showcase a diverse collection of vehicles. The program includes a highly competitive judged concours field and a separate non-judged display for exotics and classics, promising a rich visual feast for all car nuts.
Additionally, vehicles will be competing across 14 distinct classes, ensuring a wide array of categories for both participants and observers. This structured competition highlights the breadth of automotive excellence. Notably, the spotlight on Mercedes-Benz vehicles will attract a dedicated following.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
The 2026 schedule kicks off with an exclusive VIP Dinner on Friday, October 16, 2026. Following this elegant opening, the main New England Concours d’Elegance unfolds on Saturday, October 17, 2026, creating a full weekend of automotive appreciation for gearheads and car collectors.
Most notably, the official site also confirms a dedicated VIP Reception on Friday, October 16, 2026, enhancing the exclusive feel of the opening day. The weekend truly combines a distinguished Concours field with an accessible display area for a collection of exotics and classics, appealing to a broad spectrum of motoring enthusiasts.
The event’s official materials proudly detail a field featuring historic, rare, and elegant vehicles. These will be rigorously judged across 14 classes. Significantly, a non-judged display field will present more than 100 vehicles, offering an extensive view for every autophile.
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GUEST HOSTS & CELEBRITIES
As of now, the official site has not verified any specific 2026 guest hosts, celebrity judges, or notable automotive personalities for the event. Therefore, this section currently remains open for future announcements.
THE VENUE
Lionheart Country Club proudly serves as the new home for the New England Concours d’Elegance in 2026. The main event location is 65 Nod Road, Avon, CT 06001. The setting is truly exceptional, with the Concours staged across the club’s lush fairways, and convenient on-site parking for all attendees.
In contrast, Friday’s VIP Dinner is separately hosted at the distinguished Farmington Polo Club in Farmington, Connecticut. This provides a distinct and elegant start to the weekend’s festivities.
FULL SCHEDULE & TICKET PRICING
- Show Name: New England Concours d’Elegance
- Date: Friday, October 16, 2026 – Saturday, October 17, 2026
- Time: VIP Dinner, 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday; Concours from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday
- Tickets: Ticket pricing has not been published in the verified source material reviewed here.
- Location: VIP Dinner at Farmington Polo Club, 162 Town Farm Road, Farmington, CT 06032; Concours at Lionheart Country Club, 65 Nod Road, Avon, CT 06001
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS BY DAY
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Friday, October 16, 2026
VIP Dinner from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Farmington Polo Club in Farmington, Connecticut.
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Saturday, October 17, 2026
New England Concours d’Elegance from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Lionheart Country Club in Avon, Connecticut.
EVENT SUMMARY
The New England Concours d’Elegance 2026 will take place in Avon, Connecticut, presenting a premier Concours d’Elegance experience. This marks the event’s 3rd Anniversary, featuring a special Mercedes-Benz spotlight, a judged Concours field, and a dedicated non-judged display of exotics and classics.
