The Copshaholm Concours d’Elegance Car Show Opens at the Copshaholm Mansion in South Bend, Indiana (July 12, 2025)
July 12 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
$20
The Concours d’Elegance at Copshaholm, set for July 12, 2025, is a premier celebration of automotive heritage, featuring over 100 rare, antique, vintage, and classic cars, spanning from 1900 to 2025.
Held on the picturesque lawns of the historic Copshaholm Mansion, former home of industrialist John D. Oliver, the event includes muscle cars, race cars, exotic cars, trucks, and motorcycles.
Attendees can enjoy expert judging, mansion tours, and activities like the “Driven to Design” Lego racetrack, culminating in a prestigious Pass-In-Review and Awards Presentation.
Date: July 12, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Ticket Prices: $16 in advance, $20 at the gate, with discounts for children and museum members.
On Saturday, July 12th, the excitement kicks off at 10:00 AM as the gates open for the Concours d’Elegance at Copshaholm.
COPSHAHOLM CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE
2022 “BEST-OF-SHOW” AWARD
Last year’s Best of Show winner was a 1932 Chrysler Imperial CL Convertible Coupe – LeBaron
Attendees will marvel at meticulously categorized car classes displayed across the museum grounds. Throughout the day, expert judges will scrutinize each vehicle for originality, authenticity, and condition.
At 2:00 PM, the awards ceremony begins, culminating in the presentation of the prestigious Best-of-Show Award to the event’s standout vehicle. This celebration of automotive excellence promises a day of thrills and elegance for car enthusiasts of all ages.
This year’s awards will be co-presented by LaVine Restorations, owned by Vivian & Eric LaVine, and The JBS Car Collection, owned by Jack Boyd Smith Jr. The presentations will focus on the original automotive designs and styling of vehicles from Northern Indiana, with both presenting organizations based in nearby Nappanee, Indiana.
Following the main event, visitors can explore additional attractions at the Studebaker National Museum, enjoy local dining options, and participate in interactive exhibits that highlight the rich history of the automotive industry.
- Inspired Greatness – Rolls-Royce automobiles of all years
- Step Out With Mercury! – Mercury automobiles of all years
- American Splendor – Open-bodied Full Classics®
- European Luxury – Full Classic® European automobiles
- Studebaker Sedans – Closed-bodied four-door Studebakers of all years
- Kickin’ Brass – Brass-era automobiles
- The Roaring ‘20s – An open class for popular-priced 1920–1929 automobiles
- Carrozzeria Ghia – Ghia-bodied automobiles
- Think Small – ‘60s Compacts
- Think Smaller – Microcars
- The Silent Knights – Knight sleeve-valve engined automobiles
THE VENUE
The Concours d’Elegance at Copshaholm Castle was built for industrialist Joseph D. Oliver in 1895 and is on the National Register of Historic Places. The 38-room leaded glass mansion sits on 2.5 acres of beautifully manicured gardens, and today it is open to visitors as a blast from the past. (Photo courtesy of concoursatcopshaholm.org)
This is a full day of family-friendly events promising nostalgia, education, and entertainment for car enthusiasts of all ages to experience a dazzling display of automotive excellence in a historic setting.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to explore vintage and classic cars, enjoy interactive exhibits, and create unforgettable memories with your family!
KIDS EVENTS
FOOD & DRINK
Beyond the historic cars, the Copshaholm Museum grounds will be filled with thousands of car enthusiasts, car collectors, and families from around the country.
SUMMARY
The Copshaholm d’Elegane car show day will feature over 100 rare & historic cars, fun family-friendly events, car collector social opportunities, a silent car-themed auction, food, and refreshments. And just for kids, the event will provide fun activities such as a scavenger hunt, face painting, and a petting zoo.
Highlights of the 2025 Concours d’Elegance at Copshaholm:
- A collection of classic and exotic cars, trucks, and motorcycles from around the world
- Judging by a panel of automotive experts
- A car show featuring over 100 vehicles
- A silent auction with a variety of unique and rare items
- A variety of family-friendly activities, including a scavenger hunt, face painting, and a petting zoo
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS SATURDAY, July 12
- 7 a.m. – 9 a.m. Exhibitor Entry & Vehicle Placement
- 9 a.m. Judging Begins
- 9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. Junior Judging
- 10 a.m. Concours & Museum Campus Open to the Public
- 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Driven to Design Lego Racetrack Open
- 11 a.m. Copshaholm “Oliver” Mansion open for the General Public
- 2:30 p.m. Pass-In-Review & Awards Presentation
- 4 p.m. Concours Closes
- 5 p.m. Museum Campus Closes
TICKETS & ADMISSION
- General Admission: $20 pre-purchase online and $20 at the gate the day of the show.
- Member: $6 pre-purchase online, $10 a the gate the day of the show.
- Children: 16 & Under Free Free
Please call us at 574-235-9714 if you need any help purchasing tickets.
Car show admission tickets can be purchased the day of the event or can be purchased beforehand, at a discount, online. Copshaholm Museum members can purchase tickets online at a discount by logging in to their accounts. Cash and all major credit cards are accepted.
EVENT AND CAR SHOW LOCATION
- Copshaholm (John D. Oliver House) 201 Chapin St.South Bend, IN 46601 United States (MAP)
- Show field hours are 10 am – 4 pm on Saturday, July 12th, 2025
- The Concours will be held outdoors, rain or shine.
Where To Park for the Copshaholm Car Show?
Parking is FREE. – Parking can be found behind the Copshaholm Museum and the Studebaker Museum. This is just (East) of Chapin Street.
As you approach the Museum Campus, you will see signage for general parking on Chapin Street. There is FREE street parking in the neighborhood adjacent to the car show, as well as at the Copshaholm Museum on the grass. (MAP)
VIDEO OF THE COPSHAHOLM CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE
OTHER CAR MUSEUMS TO VISIT
The Studebaker Museum is one of the most comprehensive car museums to learn about the history of cars and, more specifically, the history and fate of the Studebaker Motor Company.
The Studebaker holds a significant place in Indiana history and is one of the most significant pioneers of modern automobiles. The company manufactured cars from 1897 to 1966 and was then acquired by the Packard Motor Company.
Today, the entire Studebaker history can be viewed directly across the street from the Concours d’Elegance at Copshaholm. (Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Studebaker)
