The 19th annual Dayton Concours d'Elegance, a fundraiser benefiting Carillon Historical Park, returns Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026, from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

This year's event celebrates the 100th anniversary of Pontiac. Founded by General Motors in 1926, the iconic American automaker has deep ties to Dayton, which was once home to the world's largest General Motors presence outside Detroit. More than 150 cars and motorcycles will be on display, along with live music, food and historical demonstrations. The event will also commemorate the 50th anniversary of the BMW 3 Series.

The weekend begins with the Dayton Concours d'Elegance Preview Party from 6 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 19. Guests will enjoy an exclusive first look at many of the Concours vehicles, along with live music, food and beverages, a silent auction, an automotive art pavilion and more.

For the first time, the preview party will be held indoors at the Eichelberger Pavilion at Carillon Historical Park. This year's Speakeasy-themed event will feature a select number of automobiles displayed both inside the ballroom and throughout the surrounding grounds, giving guests an up-close look at some of the weekend's most remarkable vehicles.

The Dayton Concours d'Elegance showcases meticulously restored and exceptionally preserved automobiles and motorcycles spanning more than a century of automotive history. Guests can admire everything from brass-era automobiles to iconic classics from the 1950s and 1960s. Every entry is judged in multiple classes and competes for prestigious awards.

Proceeds from the Dayton Concours d'Elegance support Carillon Historical Park, a privately funded nonprofit whose mission is to inspire generations by connecting them with the unique people, places and events that changed Dayton and the world.

Preview Party: Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026, 6–9 p.m. at Carillon Historical Park, 1000 Carillon Blvd., Dayton, OH 45409

Admission:

• $20 adults (advance purchase)
• $25 adults (at the gate)
• $10 children ages 3–17
• Free for Dayton History members and children 2 and younger

Free parking