Amelia Island, Florida’s ‘Concours d’Elegance’ Cruises into Town
By • February 21, 2024 0 776
Dubbed “a motoring event like no other,” Amelia Island, Florida’s “Concours d’Elegance” allows guests to get an up-close look at hundreds of vehicles you won’t see anywhere else.
2024 honoree Rick Hendrick, 14-time NASCAR Cup Series Champion, will be showcasing a special dispay from his collection. There’s also an all-time high of 1980s and ‘90s vehicles with live ‘80s music to add to the day.
Noteworthy events during the February 29 through March 3 weekend include:
- The Annual Porsche Winemaker’s Dinner presented by Porsche Cars NA and Far Niente (reservations required).
- A “Ride & Drive” where guests can get behind the wheel of a luxury car and cruise around the area.
- A silent auction featuring a collection of unique and rare film, TV, and automotive and motorsports-related items.
Founded in 1996 by Jacksonville native Bill Warner, the Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island PR team reached out to Warner, a former automotive photographer, journalist, and driver. They hoped to find a champion to build an automotive event on their grounds. While Warner didn’t consider himself a “concours guy,” he did agree to help as long as the event gave back to the community. The event’s economic impact to Florida is close to $30 million every year. A portion of proceeds have gone to charities like Shop with Cops, Spina Bifida of Jacksonville, and Community Hospice and Palliative Care.
More information on the event, including planning your visit, can be found here.
See below for a photo gallery from previous shows. All photos courtesy of The Amelia Concours d’Elegance Facebook page.
