The Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix returns to Schenley Park for a summer weekend that feels like Pittsburgh at its best. With the full street circuit back in action, drivers will zoom across the Panther Hollow Bridge and wind through the park, racing within 50 feet of the crowd. It’s close, a little loud, and unlike anything else!
FEATURES
Vintage Racing
Feel the thrill as vintage race cars charge through Schenley Park, battling wheel to wheel on a historic street circuit lined with hay bales, stone walls, and thousands of spectators.
Saturday and Sunday deliver nonstop on-track action, from qualifying sessions to feature races and crowd-favorite exhibitions that keep the energy high throughout the day. Every corner, straight, and braking zone puts you right on top of the action, with cars just feet away as they battle through one of the most unique street circuits in the world. Driver Details & Registration
International Car Show
Explore more than 3,000 remarkable vehicles displayed across the golf course, from rare classics to modern exotics, surrounded by passionate owners, car clubs, and enthusiasts celebrating automotive history.
Off the track, Schenley Park transforms into one of the largest car shows in the country. Nearly 3,000 vehicles fill the Bob O’Connor Golf Course, from vintage classics and muscle cars to modern exotics and curated marque displays. Car clubs and individual enthusiasts are invited to be part of the show, placing their vehicles in front of tens of thousands of passionate fans all weekend long. Details & Registration
Experience & Hospitality
Enjoy a full day of food, drinks, vendors, and family-friendly activities, with access to the paddock and prime viewing areas that put you right in the heart of the action.
Your admission donation unlocks the full experience. Wander the car shows, explore the paddock, and take in the sights and sounds from the Start/Finish line at Phipps as the cars thunder past. This is not a distant viewing experience; you are part of it.
Plan your visit with the option that fits your day. On Sunday, upgrade to Patron Parking and place yourself right on the golf course in the center of the action. For both days, Flagstaff Hill offers convenient public parking with shuttle service to keep you connected to everything happening in the park.
Schenley Park Race Weekend delivers a one-of-a-kind motorsports experience that combines speed, history, and community like nowhere else.
TICKETS
Lamar VIP Pavilion Experience
Looking for a VIP experience? You can purchase tickets for Saturday, July 18 or Sunday, July 19. Enjoy our premium package featuring a full-service lunch buffet, delicious desserts, soft drinks, cold beer, and wine—all served in the exclusive, trackside Lamar VIP Pavilion. Whether you’re a race fan eager to get close to the action or a car show enthusiast browsing the display, the Pavilion offers the perfect vantage point. This spacious tent is outfitted with large tables and padded chairs, providing a comfortable place to relax and escape the sun. VIP tickets offer the flexibility to come and go throughout the day. Details
Admission
A $20 weekend admission donation (ages 13+) helps cover event costs and supports our charity partners. Children 12 and under are free. Save by purchasing online for $15 and enjoy fast, touchless entry using your phone or printed receipt, or donate $20 at the gate at the golf course, paddock, or Start/Finish area. Wristbands are available at all main entrances, including Schenley Drive & Forbes, Frew Street, Beacon Street, and surrounding access points.
The Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix is a 501(c)(3) charity that has raised more than $7 million since 1983 to support individuals with autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities. Tickets
Parking & Shuttles
Spectator parking is available at Flagstaff Hill, across from Phipps Conservatory, for a $20 donation per car per day (does not include event admission). Vehicles or trailers over 25′ are $50 per day. Each parking donation includes one adult weekend admission wristband.
Free air-conditioned shuttle buses run from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, transporting spectators up to the golf course and over to the racer paddock. Handicap parking and a dedicated accessible shuttle are available at the base of Flagstaff Hill. Details
