1485 Virginia Road
San Marino
CA 91108
One of the best overall car shows in SoCal returns for this year on Sunday Aug. 25 at its legacy home, Lacy Park,1485 Virginia Road, San Marino, CA 91108. Hundreds of elegant and rare collector and classic cars will be on view at this major automotive event. LCOC members and their vehicles have won numerous prizes at San Marino. Come support your friends this year and cheer them on. You never know who else may be there. In past years none other than famous car collector Jay Leno was on hand for the fun.
The San Marino Motor Classic features a broad array of motorcars that span more than a century. Concours level collector cars from around the United States will converge on San Marino on Aug. 25 to participate in the San Marino Motor Classic.
The 2023 event was highlighted by the selection of Best In show, a 1947 Talbot Lago 126 Record Convertible Coupe owned by Bonnie and Ray Kinney of Dallas, TX. Over 480 collector cars graced the emerald lawns at Lacy Park The gates open to the public at 9:00AM, Food services are available for those who want a simple lunch. The VIP Reception offers an opportunity to seek refuge from the sun. A gourmet lunch and fine wines are available as well. Additionally, a midway consisting of 40 trade booths offer spectators an opportunity to purchase gift items and obtain valuable information for car enthusiasts. The event ends at 3:00PM with the presentation of the Best In Show Award.
Symphony of Cars Gala – The Aug. 24 Symphony of Cars Gala is held in Lacy Park on the evening preceding the San Marino Motor Classic. Fifteen exceptional motor cars of the twentieth century are individually presented on a stage while a musical composition written in the year of the car’s manufacture is performed by Gary Tole’s Legends of Swing Orchestra. In 2023 600 guests attended the Gala. The event includes complimentary valet parking, a hosted bar, Symphony of Cars Presentation. And a gourmet dinner with paired wines. The 2024 Symphony of Cars Gala is sponsored by David Lee and Hing Wa Lee Jewelers. Additional co-sponsorships are available.
Location – Lacy Park,
Spectators may purchase tickets at the event’s Website .
Car Show General Admission
Come visit the best car show in Southern California! A number of food trucks will be onsite at the show. Sandwiches, salads, beverages, and snacks will be available for purchase. Children 12 and under are free.
VIP Tickets
If you prefer, you may purchase VIP tickets, and enjoy a gourmet luncheon and an adult beverage while taking a rest or watching the awards ceremony. The VIP Reception opens at 10:00AM. Lunch is served from 11:30AM – 1:30PM. The VIP Reception area will remain open through the conclusion of the Awards Ceremony.