The Amelia announces its return in 2024 with a week-long celebration of motoring excellence, culminating with the 29th annual Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance. The Amelia takes place Feb. 29-March 3 in Florida.
“The Amelia is more than just the show field; it’s a four-day celebration of everything automotive,” said Concours Vice Chairman Matt Orendac.
Seminars featuring some of the greatest racers in history include:
- Jeff Gordon, Dale Earnhardt Jr., Terry LaBonte and Ken Shrader will discuss 40 Years of Hendrick Motorsports
- Indianapolis 500 winners Paul Tracy and Danny Sullivan will join Terry LaBonte and Ricky Craven to discuss Close Finishes and Controversies
- Sports racing legend David Donahue, rally pilot Jeff Zwart and Pikes Peak racer and organizer Fred Veitch will host a discussion and viewing of Pikes Peak Short Films
Visitors will be able to get behind the wheel in a selection of classics as part of the Mobil 1 Hagerty Ride & Drive program throughout the weekend.
Guests can also experience the performance of new Porsche models including the 911 GT3 at the Porsche Driving Experience.
Broad Arrow Auctions, the official auction of The Amelia, will offer 130 lots on Friday, March 1 and Saturday, March 2. Among the highlights are the 1959 Porsche 718 RSK Spyder “Lucybelle III”, the 1954 Dodge Firearrow IV by Carrozzeria Ghia and the 1938 Delahaye 135 MS Figoni et Falaschi Coupe. For more information, click here.
Additional auctions the week of The Amelia include Gooding and Company, Bonhams and a silent auction held on-site.
There are plenty of events in addition to Sunday’s concours d’elegance. Cars and Community returns on Saturday, March 2. The Annual Porsche Winemaker’s Dinner returns, and The Hangar hosts its second year on the evening of March 2. Finally, Porsche Club of America (PCA) will host the Werks Reunion at The Amelia River Club on Friday, March 1.
The Amelia’s partners will showcase their latest products including Airbus Corporate Jets, BMW North America, Chopard USA, Gateway Bronco, Griot’s Garage, Karma Automotive (which will hold a global product reveal), Lucid, McLaren, Mobil 1, Porsche Cars North America, Reliable Carriers, RUF Automobile, Volkswagen of America and WeatherTech.
“Our guests will experience the cars from behind the wheel, at the auction block and on the greens. They’ll also be able to meet and learn from the legends who raced them,” said Orendac.
