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SUMMARY:The Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix 43nd Anniversary 10-Day Motorsport Festival (July 11-20\, 2025)
DESCRIPTION:The Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix (PVGP) is revving up for its 43rd anniversary in 2025\, promising a one-of-a-kind celebration of vintage racing and classic cars in Pittsburgh\, Pennsylvania\, from July 11-20\, 2025. \nSince its inception in 1983\, this iconic event has evolved into one of the nation’s premier vintage racing spectacles and a mega car showcase featuring over 3\,000 classic\, vintage\, and historic vehicles. \n\nEvent Overview:\nThis 10-day motorsport festival combines the thrill of vintage car racing with the charm of Pittsburgh’s scenic Schenley Park. The PVGP offers a unique automotive experience\, blending live old-school racing competition with spectacular car shows and live entertainment. \nCar collectors and enthusiasts alike can immerse themselves in automotive history while witnessing the passion Pittsburgh holds for classic cars. \n\nTop Events:\n\nVintage Racing: The only vintage race event still run on city streets in the United States.\nInternational Car Show: Showcasing thousands of classic\, vintage\, and exotic cars.\nMultiple Venues: Events spread across various locations in Pittsburgh\, culminating in Schenley Park.\nCharitable Focus: Raising funds for autism and intellectual disability charities.\n(Click Here To See Full List Of Car Shows)\n\n\nFestival Highlights:\n\nKick-off events\, including car shows and parties around Pittsburgh\nHistorics Weekend at Pittsburgh International Race Complex (July 11-20)\nMain race weekend in Schenley Park (August 3-4)\nSpecial displays and reunions\, including the Ford GT40 60th Anniversary Celebration\n\nThe PVGP’s 43-year legacy stands as a testament to automotive excellence\, rivaling world-renowned events like The Goodwood Festival in the UK. Its unique blend of street racing and spectacular car shows has cemented the PVGP’s place as one of the most extraordinary and prestigious automotive celebrations worldwide. \nEveryone is welcome to visit the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix for an unforgettable journey through automotive history\, where the car passion for classic cars meets the excitement of vintage racing in America’s City of Steel. \n\nFEATURED RACE(s)\nBuckle up for the ultimate vintage racing challenge at Schenley Park! This heart-pounding 2.33-mile street course boasts 23 white-knuckle turns and a gauntlet of urban obstacles. Drivers must navigate haybales\, dodge manhole covers\, weave around telephone poles\, and skirt stone walls in a high-speed dance with danger. \nSome of the featured Vintage Races that will take place during the weekend of July 19-20 at Schenley Park will be a once-in-a-lifetime site to see. \nThey include the Pittsburgh International Vintage Race\, the GT40 60th Anniversary Reunion Races (Sunday)\, Vintage Sports 2000 North America races\, and the Historic Stock Car Racing Association races (NEW 2024) \nThe grand finale of the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix roars to life on Sunday\, July 20\, 2025. Witness 125 classic speed machines push their limits on Pittsburgh’s city streets\, as 100\,000 fans line the course for this once-a-year automotive spectacle. \n(Read more on the Schenley Park Race Day) \n\n\nSchenley Park Race Weekend – July 19-20\, 2025\nThe Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix will race vintage cars through Pittsburg streets while viewer watch form the hills of the Bob O’Connor Golf Course. This once in a life time PVGP weekend uniquely combines over 17 distinct displays (car shows) featuring more than 3\,000 cars and 1000\,000 fans. \n\n\nExperience the roar of history at the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix as it welcomes the Historic Stock Car Racing Association (HSCRA) for an exhilarating 3-day event\, July 11-20\, 2025\, at the Pittsburgh International Race Complex. Witness classic stock cars thunder around the track\, bringing the golden era of racing back to life. \nAdditional visitors can experience over 3\,000 vintage cars from multiple car shows\, as well as sponsor tents\, vendors\, a food and drink court\, and a live-stream entertainment stage. \nWhat sets the PVGP apart is its street circuit. Racers navigate a challenging course that includes hay bales\, telephone poles\, and manhole covers – elements not typically found on modern racetracks. This adds an extra layer of excitement and skill to the competition\, harking back to the early days of motor racing. \n\n\nTHE CAR SHOWS ON DISPLAY\nThough racing is the main attraction of the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix\, the multiple car shows are the most visited. The Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix at Schenley Park is unique in combining auto races with a multitude of vintage\, classic\, and exotic car shows. \nNearly 3\,000 cars from all makes and models will be displayed at the Bob O’Connor Golf Course\, ranging from museum award-winning classics to rare and exotic privately owned vehicles. Featured displays include the Italian Cortile show\, Pittsburgh Cars N Coffee\, and German Hill car show\, just to name a few. Additionally\, there will be shows for American and Asian-branded cars\, with a significant presence of over 500 British cars. \n\nItalian Cortile: Showcasing Italian cars\nGerman Hill: Featuring Porsche\, BMW\, Mercedes\, and VW\nAmerican Classic and Muscle Cars\nAsian-branded cars\nOver 500 British cars\n\n\nSpecial Featured Events:\n\nFord GT40 60th Anniversary Reunion:\nFord celebrates six decades of the GT40 with a special showcase\, featuring various iterations from the original 1964 models to modern versions.\nHistoric Stock Car Racing Association (HSCRA) Debut:\nMaking its PVGP premiere\, the HSCRA brings classic stock cars\, including show cars\, race cars\, and prototypes. A special HSCRA racing event will be held from July 19-20\, 2025\, at the Pittsburgh International Race Complex.\nVintage Sports 2000 North America Showcase:\nThis group will present a collection of vintage and historic race cars from around the world\, adding to the event’s international appeal.\nPittsburgh Cars N Coffee:\nA gathering of car enthusiasts showcasing a variety of vehicles.\n\nThe Pittsburgh International Car Show takes place on August 3-4\, sporting over 3\,000 highly collectible cars\, including Italian Cortile (all Italian cars)\, German Hill (all German cars: Porsche\, Mercedes\, BMW)\, American Classic and Muscle Cars\, and Asian-branded cars. \nThe addition of these featured car show events and displays\, particularly the Ford GT40 reunion and the HSCRA debut\, promises to make the 2024 PVGP an even more memorable event for car enthusiasts and racing fans alike. Additionally\, there will be shows for American and Asian-branded cars\, with a significant presence of over 500 British cars. \n**The International Car Show takes place on Saturday\, July 19\, and Sunday\, July 20\, from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm.  \n**Entry fee for show cars is $50 for the weekend\, while spectators aged 12 and over can enjoy the show for a $10 charity donation. \n\nVideo: What to Expect at the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix\n \n\n\nMust See Events:\n\nVintage Races: The heart of the PVGP\, featuring classic cars from various eras competing on the challenging 2.33-mile circuit through Schenley Park.\nInternational Car Show: A showcase of hundreds of classic and exotic cars from around the world.\nTune-Up Party: A pre-race celebration that allows fans to mingle with drivers and see the cars up close.\nWalnut Street Car Show: A popular event featuring classic cars lining the streets of Shadyside.\nCountryside Tour: A scenic drive through the Pittsburgh countryside for participating vintage cars.\n(SEE THE SULL SCHEDULE)\n\nCharitable Focus: One of the most admirable aspects of the PVGP is its commitment to charity. Since its inception\, the event has raised millions of dollars for the Autism Society of Pittsburgh and Allegheny Valley School. This charitable focus adds a meaningful dimension to the excitement of the races and car shows. \nAs the PVGP celebrates its 43rd year\, it continues to honor the rich history of motorsports while providing a unique\, family-friendly experience that captures the spirit of Pittsburgh. Whether you’re a die-hard racing fan\, a classic car enthusiast\, or simply looking for a fun summer event\, the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix offers something for everyone. \n\n2025 Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix: Full Schedule\n10-Day Motorsport Festival | July 11–20\, 2025 \nPre-Race Events\nPre-Race Events\n\nJuly 6 (Sunday): Kick-Off Rallye at Dual Devils Garage (Houston\, PA) – Scavenger hunt drive & cookout.\nJuly 11 (Friday): Black Tie & Tailpipes Gala at Heinz History Center – Fundraiser with vintage car displays.\n\nRace Week Highlights\n\nJuly 11–13 (Fri–Sun):\n\nHistorics Weekend at Pittsburgh International Race Complex (Pitt Race) – Vintage races on 2.8-mile track.\nPanoz Reunion – Celebrating Panoz racing legacy with track tours and dinners.\n\n\nJuly 14 (Monday): Walnut Street Invitational – 125 rare/exotic cars in Shadyside.\nJuly 15 (Tuesday):\n\nWaterfront Car Cruise at Homestead Shopping Center.\nSewickley Stampede & Roundup – Street parade and block party.\n\n\nJuly 16 (Wednesday):\n\nDowntown Car Display at PPG Plaza.\nTune-Up Party at SouthSide Works – Street festival with race cars.\n\n\nJuly 17 (Thursday):\n\nCountryside Tour through Laurel Highlands (ends at Jamison Farm).\nGrand Prix Garden Party at Phipps Conservatory – Lotus-themed soirée.\n\n\n\nSchenley Park Race Weekend\n\nJuly 19–20 (Sat–Sun):\n\nInternational Car Show (9:30 AM–5 PM) – 3\,000+ classic/exotic cars on Bob O’Connor Golf Course.\nVintage Races (8:30 AM–4:30 PM) – New Schenley Oval circuit (2.1 miles\, 21 turns) and Panther Hollow Hillclimb.\nAxis vs. Allies Race – Fan-favorite Saturday showdown\n\n\n\n\nRace Weekend has lots of family-friendly\, automotive-themed activities. Whether you’re a car enthusiast\, a spectator or just curious to know more about the event\, come and spend the weekend in this lush urban park. Experience the excitement of the races and the beauty of the landscape.
URL:https://carcollectorsclub.com/event/pittsburgh-vintage-grand-prix/
LOCATION:Schenley Park\, Schenley Drive & Darlington Road\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15213\, United States
CATEGORIES:Car Show
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