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The 2026 Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix Race Weekend marked a triumphant return to the full, legendary Schenley Park street circuit on July 18–19, following the reopening of the Panther Hollow Bridge. Vintage racers once again thundered across the bridge, threaded past the park’s stone walls and charged through the golf course before enthusiastic crowds.

As the nation’s only remaining vintage street race, the PVGP featured legendary marques including MG, Porsche, Lotus, BMW, Austin-Healey, Triumph and Jaguar. Expanded vehicle eligibility through 1987 welcomed additional sports cars to the grid, while the Sports Cars Over 2.0 Liters class was expanded to 3.3 liters.

After the challenges of last year’s course modifications and hillclimb, the return to the full Schenley Park circuit was a highlight of the 2026 Motorsport Festival. We sincerely thank our racers, volunteers, spectators and city partners for their patience and support in bringing the complete racing experience back to Pittsburgh.

2026 PVGP Vintage Races Sponsored by UPMC

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Race Groups

  • Vintage Sports & Formula Racers
  • Sports Cars Under 1.5 Liters
  • Preservation, Pre-War & Production Under 1 Liter
  • Sports Cars Under 2.0 Liters
  • Sports Cars Over 2.0 Liters (NEW: to include displacement up to 3.3 Liters)
  • Axis vs Allies Race – Saturday Afternoon
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New Track Improvements

Significant sections of roadway within Schenley Park have recently been repaved, offering smoother surfaces and improved consistency in key areas. The massive stone wall inside the Serpentine that collapsed in 2019 has been rebuilt, and we look forward to racing through the thrilling ‘S’ turns without the need for caution flags. These upgrades are expected to enhance drivability while maintaining the technical character of our street course that racers know so well.

Start/Finish Line Returns to Phipps

The Start/Finish Line returns to its original 1983 home alongside Phipps Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, restoring this iconic landmark as the centerpiece of on-track action. The move not only honors our heritage but also creates significantly more viewing space, giving more fans the chance to experience the thrill of race starts and checkered flags up close. Adding to the excitement, our Special Exhibition Groups will be paddocked in front of Phipps, featuring Drifters, the BMW Ring Taxi, and Collegiate Formula Racers. They’ll take to the track during the lunch break on both Saturday and Sunday, delivering high-energy demonstrations that fans won’t want to miss.

Joe Teplitz
PVGP Competition Director

Future PVGP Dates

The Schenley Park Race will be a 3-day race starting in 2027!

2027 July 10-18        Schenley Park Race Weekend July 16-18
2028 July 8-16        Schenley Park Race Weekend July 14-16
2029 July 12 -22      Schenley Park Race Weekend July 20-22