Summer 2026

146 C A R M E L M A G A Z I N E • S U M M E R 2 0 2 6 CONCORSO ITALIANO Photo: Nic Coury FRIDAY, AUGUST 14 The Paddock www.internationalcarweek.com/the-paddock D isplays at this family-friendly car event fea- ture innovative, timeless and quirky releases that represent diversity in automotive design and technology. Look for entertainment, food trucks andVIP culinary options as well.The show field at Bayonet Black Horse is open to ticketholders from 3 to 8 p.m. SATURDAY, AUGUST 15 Concorso Italiano www.internationalcarweek.com/concor- so-italiano B ayonet Black Horse sets the backdrop for this Italian-centric exhibition of cars, art, fashion and food. This year’s gathering com- memorates 120 years of Lancia, Ducati at 100, the 55th anniversary of the De Tomaso Pantera and much more. Industry experts, awards and VIP experiences round out the festivities between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. SATURDAY, AUGUST 15 Monterey Motorsports Festival www.montereymotorsportsfestival.com T he Monterey County Fairgrounds fills with hypercars, race cars, classic and exotic vehi- cles, custom builds and emerging automotive technology during this high-octane auto event. Meet car-world luminaries. Watch driving demos. Shop at the vendor village. Enjoy local food and drink plus live music on multiple stages as well. Continued on page 148