The Greenbrier Concours d’Elegance, presented by Ferrari of Washington, returns to The Greenbrier this weekend on May 1-3. Now in its ninth year, the annual celebration of the automobile and its rich history at The Greenbrier has grown to become one of the most anticipated automotive events on the calendar and is known as the Owners’ Concours for its relaxed atmosphere and convenience for the owners.
The festivities begin on Friday, May 1, with the sold-out Summit Drive. More than 40 cars will drive to The Summit Lodge at The Greenbrier Sporting Club for breakfast, before setting out for a spirited drive on the scenic back roads of West Virginia. The drive will take participants from The Greenbrier to Pipestem State Park.
After time to explore, participants will take the aerial tram into the Bluestone Gorge, before enjoying lunch at Mountain Creek Lodge. Drivers will return to The Greenbrier via an alternate route after lunch.
Friday’s schedule also includes the sold-out Welcome Reception at The Greenbrier’s outdoor pool, where car owners, judges, sponsors, event organizers and others will come together to kick off the weekend.
Saturday morning, May 2, Cars & Cocktails invites all car owners and clubs to show their vehicles around the iconic springhouse and the golf clubhouse. Cars of any make and age are welcome, and awards are handed out to the top 25 cars. Food and beverage vendors will be set up throughout the show field, and entertainment will be provided by Berglund Automotive throughout the day, making for a festive atmosphere. Ferrari of Washington and Bentley, Washington, DC, will be on hand for test drives of their incredible vehicles.
Limited spots are still available to showcase your car, and the $25 entry fee includes a custom Ole Smoky Moonshine t-shirt and a swag bag. To register, visit https://www.greenbrierconcours.com/cars-and-cocktails.html.
Spectators can see the cars and participate in the festivities of Cars & Cocktails free of charge from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Parking is available at the Train Station, across the street from The Greenbrier’s main entrance. Shuttles will transport spectators between the parking lot and the show field.
Saturday at 3 p.m., The Greenbrier Theatre is the spot for a complimentary automotive discussion, featuring Tom Cox, the former host of the television show, The Appraisers, Steve Moskowitz, CEO of the Antique Automobile Club of America, West Peterson, Editor in Chief of Antique Automobile and Greg Stanley, host of The Collector Car Podcast and author of The Enthusiast’s Guide to Collector Cars.
Saturday wraps up with the Kentucky Derby Party and Charitable Dinner from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tickets are still available and open to anyone for this memorable evening, which includes a pre-race cocktail hour, the Kentucky Derby on big screen televisions, a dinner featuring favorites from The Greenbrier and live entertainment.
The party will also include silent and live auctions to raise money for The Greenbrier Concours d’Elegance Charitable partners, the AACA Library and Research Center, West Virginia Autism Training Center and First Responders Children’s Foundation. To purchase tickets, visit https://www.greenbrierconcours.com/kentucky-derby-party-and-charitable-dinner.html.
The final event of the weekend is the Sunday Concours on May 3 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. More than 80 of the finest collector cars in the world will be on display in front of The Greenbrier’s iconic front entrance and evaluated in 11 different categories by a team of qualified judges. This year, the classes include a featured Chrysler Class, as well as Classic Era Cars, Veteran Cars, American Post-War Cars, Muscle Cars, Open Two-Seater Cars, Early Post-War European Cars, Late Post-War European Cars, Malaise Cars and Motorcycles. Car owners come from 14 different states and travel from as far away as Canada, Texas, Massachusetts and Indiana.
Thanks to presenting sponsor Ferrari of Washington, spectators can view the cars and experience the day free of charge. Parking is available at the Train Station, with shuttle service to the show field.
To learn more, visit GreenbrierConcours.com.
