Concours d'Elegance & Motoring Festival Events
The Cobble Beach Concours d’Elegance and Motoring Festival, held annually on the second weekend of September, promises an unforgettable weekend filled with automotive celebration and community spirit. Kicking off with engaging activities and events, participants and spectators can enjoy scenic tours, educational seminars, and social gatherings that highlight the rich history of motoring.
The weekend culminates in the prestigious Concours d'Elegance on Sunday, where exquisite vintage and classic cars will be showcased against the breathtaking backdrop of Georgian Bay.
View a full list of the weekend's events below:
Cobble Beach Concours d'Elegance | Sunday
Welcome to the prestigious Cobble Beach Concours d'Elegance, a celebration of automotive elegance set against the stunning backdrop of Georgian Bay.
Sunday's Schedule:
- Dawn: Field opens for participant load-in
- 8:00 AM: Field opens for VIP ticket holders
- 9:00 AM: Field opens for all other ticket holders
- 9:00 AM: Judging commences
- 1:30 PM: Opening Ceremonies & Welcome
- 2:15 PM: Awards presentation (concludes around 4:30 PM)
Join us for a day filled with exquisite cars, expert judging, and the thrill of automotive history come to life. Your attendance supports our charities, Sunnybrook and the Brightshores Health System Owen Sound Foundation, contributing to vital healthcare and community well-being.
This is a rain or shine event; no refunds or exchanges.
Participants' Tour | Friday
Join us for a scenic tour of the Grey Bruce area at the Cobble Beach Concours d’Elegance! Participants will explore the beautiful roads of Grey County, departing from Cobble Beach Golf Links Community in Kemble, Ontario, at 10:30 AM sharp on Friday. A mandatory drivers' meeting will be held at the Cobble Beach Events Pavilion before the tour. We encourage the local community to come out and witness these stunning vehicles in motion.
Important Note: Show cars participating in the tour will receive a ribbon to display at the Concours. If there’s a tie in class competition, the vehicle that completed the tour will take precedence. Undercarriage dust from the tour won't impact overall scores. Please ensure you obtain your tickets for the Participants' Tour by the end of business on August 31.
A "sweep" vehicle from Hagerty will be on hand for any mechanical issues that may arise.
Cars & Coffee | Saturday
Cars & Coffee takes place in downtown Owen Sound's River District, on 2nd Ave East. Attendance is free for the public.
This event welcomes individuals with vintage, exotic, and collectible vehicles 25 years and older to participate in an extraordinary automotive weekend. Unlike Sunday’s Concours, which features a select group of vehicles with unique historical significance, Saturday’s Cars & Coffee showcases a diverse array of vehicles celebrating the spirit of automotive enthusiasts. Proud owners of stunning collectible cars will gather early, polish their prized automobiles, and connect over a cup of coffee.
Cars & Coffee is open to vehicles 25 years and older. All vehicles must be insured and driven into their parking position unaided. Vehicles will be parked in the order they enter the registration area. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate preferred, reserved, club, or specific parking.
Concours d'Lemons presented by Hagerty | Saturday
The Concours d'Lemons takes place in downtown Owen Sound's River District, on 1st Ave West. Concours d'Lemons is free for the public to attend.
This tongue-in-cheek event celebrates the quirky, mundane, and truly unique aspects of the automotive world and is part of Hagerty's partnership with the Cobble Beach Concours d’Elegance, held the following day.
The Concours d'Lemons honours aesthetic and technological underachievement, showcasing the oddball vehicles that automotive enthusiasts adore. We invite you to visit the River District to experience these wacky, weird, and wild automobiles!
Please note that cars accepted for the Sunday Concours are not eligible for the Concours d'Lemons on Saturday. Entries will be reviewed by a Vehicle Selection Committee in order of registration date. Late entries will be placed on a waiting list.
2024 Automotive Seminars | Saturday
Seminar 1 (1:00 PM) - "Evolution of Mustang"
- Presented by: NATASHA DE MELIS, Regional Event Coordinator for Hagerty, moderated by: DAVID MURPHY, Registrar, Cobble Beach Concours d'Elegance & Hunt Palmer-Ball, Owner of the Most Awarded 1967 Shelby Mustang GT350
Join us as we take you on a journey through the evolution and history of the world's most beloved Pony Car, the Ford Mustang. Natasha will take us from the Mustang’s inception to launch, the personalization of what made the car iconic through all six generations and the fun, fast and affordable nature that made the world fall in love. Pre-registration required, no charge to attend.
Seminar 2 (2:15 PM) - "The Ultimate Automotive Lubricant Experience"
- Presented by: TERRY PITCHER, Chevron Canada
Join us for an in-depth exploration of the evolution of motor oil with Terry Pitcher, Business Development Specialist at Chevron. Terry has over 25 years of experience in the lubricants industry and is a Certified Lubrication Specialist as designated by the Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers. Explore the history of engine oil, common misconceptions and the somewhat uncertain future of the lifeblood of the internal combustion engine! Insight into fuel system additives will be provided along with some exciting news regarding the availability of Techron Fuel System Cleaner in Canada. Pre-registration required, no charge to attend.
2025 Automotive Seminars (to be announced) | Saturday
After Glow Reception | Sunday
The Cobble Beach Concours d’Elegance will host an After-Glow Cocktail Reception from 5:15 pm to 7:00 pm in the Pavilion. Anyone can purchase an After-Glow Cocktail Reception ticket. Share the highlights of the day while enjoying passed hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar. Suggested attire is business casual.
