International Car Show
July 18-19, 2026 Weekend
Sponsored by Caliente Pizza & Draft House
Schenley Park is the scene of one of the nation’s largest car shows on the weekend of July 18-19, 2026. The Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix stages an International Car Show – a combined show of 20 separate displays featuring more than 3,000 cars. The PVGP is thrilled to have Caliente Pizza & Draft House back as the title sponsor of our show this year! Look for their tent and racecar on the track, as well as special awards from Caliente.
It’s a weekend show open to everyone – no invitation is needed. All makes, all years, are welcome. You’ll be a part of the show with the best parking spot all weekend to watch the vintage races on the streets surrounding the golf course. Shine up your ride and be a part of the show. For info, email Car Show Chairperson Chris Davis
Registration is Open
Your fee includes your weekend car display spot, a PVGP Race Program ($10 value) and a PVGP decal ($5 value). You will receive 2 PVGP wristbands ($20 each value) that allow you access to the show field and at the start/finish area all weekend.
Registration can only be done through our online Vivenu portals linked below. You will need to bring that receipt to gain entry to the Car Show field. Your receipt will contain a QR code that will be scanned upon entry. We encourage you to pre-register now to ensure you get a spot on the field and to speed up the entry process. Refunds and single-day discounts are not available. Below are links to the 20 separate car shows. Registration varies for each show – use links for the specific car you want to register.
Features
General Car Shows
- American Car Show General show for all American-made vehicles.
- Asian Car Show Subaru, Mazda, Nissan/Datsun, Honda, Acura, KIA, Mitsubishi, Suzuki, etc.
British Car Shows
- British Car Day Saturday, July 18 – Hosted by the WPTA for all British Cars.
- MINI Car Show Hosted by MINI of Pittsburgh.
German Car Shows
- BMW Pavilion Hosted by Allegheny Region BMW Club.
- Porsche Car Show Hosted by Allegheny Region Porsche Club of America.
- Mercedes-Benz Car Show Hosted by the Mercedes-Benz Club.
- Volkswagen Show Hosted by Fresh Air VW Club.
- Audi Car Show Hosted by Audi Club.
- European Classic & Sports Car Show A general European car show for Saab, Volvo, and other European vehicles not included in the shows listed above. This class is intended for cars not registered with the Audi, BMW, Mercedes, or Porsche car clubs. Vehicles will be displayed in a dedicated area and will not park with those clubs. Participants in this class will not be eligible to take part in the club lunches, refreshments, or other club activities.
Individual Car Shows
- Italian Cortile Car Show is for all Italian cars and features Lamborghini as the Proiettore Macchina.
- French Quarter All French cars in the Cortile
- Cars ‘N’ Coffee Exotic car display hosted by Cars N Coffee Pittsburgh – invitation only
- North Hills Sports Car Club Club Display.
- All Squad Car Club Display.
- True Form Car Club Display
- Vintage Motorbike Show Hosted by Pittsburgh Ton-Up Club for all motorbikes of all makes and years.
- Patron Parking Trackside parking on Sunday, July 19, is open to all cars starting at $200 per spot
Entry Gates
When you preregister you will receive a receipt that contains a QR code. You must show that receipt printed or on a mobile device to to enter Schenley Drive from Forbes Avenue. This change was made to encourage preregistration and to minimize traffic.
Car to enter at the top of Schenley Drive by showing your emailed or printed receipt or the barcode on your phone.Every car show participant will be given a wristband to enter the showgrounds. Walk-in Spectators can obtain a wristband online or pay $20 at entry.
The entrance to the International Car Show is at the top of Schenley Drive, where it intersects Forbes Avenue in Squirrel Hill, just below the Schenley Park Golf Course clubhouse. Here is a link to the map.
Gates open at 8:00 AM for preregistered cars and 9:30 for non registered cars. Car Shows run from 11:00 AM until 5:00 PM on the weekend.
Registration Notice: When you register and pay online, please print or save the receipt on your mobile device. You will need to bring that receipt to gain entry to the Car Show field at Schenley Park at the top of Schenley Drive. Your receipt will contain a QR code that will be scanned upon entry to facilitate a quick and touchless process. Upon entering you and one passenger in your vehicle will be given wristbands to allow you to leave and return or to visit the start/finish area. Thank you for supporting the PVGP and our charities.
