Every year at the Highlands Motoring Festival car-lovers say, “It can’t get any better than this!”
Then, by golly, it does, year after year. What makes HMF so satisfying? The passion? The excitement? The sheer beauty? The killer vibe of it all? Whatever it is, it ignites us, and 2026 promises to be another year of wow.
Come share what drives us June 11-14. This year’s Grand Marshall is TV celebrity Wayne Carini. No doubt, you’ve enjoyed his show, “Chasing Classic Cars.” This summer he’ll be chasing cars up to Highlands. There you can share Happy Hour at the Performing Arts Center June 11. Get ready for his engaging car-storytelling. It will fill the evening, along with your heart.
Because 2026 is the 250th anniversary of the USA’s birth, HMF has an entertaining (and maybe a little cheeky) challenge: America’s Corvette takes on the British Jaguar.
Here’s what gearheads and motor mavens call look forward to:
Thursday, June 11
One Lap of the Mountains – Grande Group A Departure 8:30 A.M.
One Lap of the Mountains – Grande Group B Departure 9:15 A.M.
Happy Hour with Wayne Carini, 5:00 to 7:00 P.M.
Highlands Performing Arts Center
Friday, June 12
One Lap of the Mountains – Speciale –Group 2 Departure 9:15 A.M.
One Lap of the Mountains – Speciale Group 3 Departure 10:00 A.M.
Main Street Parade of Classic Cars, 5:30 to 6:30 P.M.
Saturday, June 13
Classics in the Park
Judged car show in Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park, 9:30 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.
HMF Dinner Party with Wayne Carini at Wildcat Cliffs Country Club, 6:00 to 9:00 P.M.
Sunday, June 14
High Octane
Social and Car Gathering in Kelsey-Hutchinson Park, 8:30 to 11:00 A.M.
If you missed getting tickets, the team will do their best to help you attend your event. Get on the waiting list and cross your fingers. You will likely get lucky.
Kids to seniors are welcome to watch many exciting events. 100 volunteers are available to help you have four days to view and revel over the automobiles. If you have a classic (pre-1990s) or super cool car, consider being in the parade.
The Laurel will provide a Show Guide. Visit highlandsmotoringfestival.com for more information about tickets and events. And start revvin’ up for Highlands Car Heaven.
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