Miami Design District To Host 9th Annual Miami Concours February 13 - 15
The Miami Concours is set to return to the Miami Design District this week, taking place Friday, February 13 through Sunday, February 15, for its 9th edition. Set throughout the neighborhood, the three-day exhibition brings together iconic post-war automobiles, rare vintage supercars, and cutting-edge hypercars—framed by the Miami Design District’s architecture and luxury retail.
The Miami Concours is set to return to the Miami Design District this week, taking place Friday, February 13 through Sunday, February 15, for its 9th edition. Set throughout the neighborhood, the three-day exhibition brings together iconic post-war automobiles, rare vintage supercars, and cutting-edge hypercars—framed by the Miami Design District’s architecture, luxury retail and cultural programming.
Celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Ferrari P4/5 by Pininfarina—widely regarded as one of the most important one-off Ferraris ever created—Miami Concours will welcome automotive entrepreneur and collector Jim Glickenhaus as a special guest. The Ferrari P4/5 by Pininfarina is a one-off sports car made by Ferrari and redesigned by Pininfarina for Glickenhaus, who was its original commissioner, and he will arrive with a curated lineup that includes the Ferrari P4/5, P4/5 Competizione, SCG 004C, and SCG 004S.
Also new this year, Sunday’s Red Carpet Showcase will be a ticketed experience, offering curated access and enhanced programming. This year’s showcase places a special focus on the future of hypercars, anchored by two spotlight presentations:
A look at the legacy of the V12 through the work of Luc Donckerwolke, beginning with his iconic Murciélago design.
A celebration of American automotive ambition through a showcase of supercars shaped by visionaries such as Carroll Shelby and today’s emerging builders.
Miami Concours Highlights:
Saturday, February 14: The Welcome Experience - featuring sponsorship activations, car displays, F&B vendors, and live music
Sunday, February 15: The Red Carpet Showcase - The signature Miami Concours experience, showcasing the finest luxury automobiles & high-end collectibles throughout MDD
VIP Experience (Sunday, February 15) - Dedicated lounges & viewing areas, enhanced F&B experiences, Red Carpet moments & spotlight positions
The Moore Miami - Hospitality anchor for Miami Concours, providing VIPs, partners and collectors with an intimate setting and programming throughout the day
Concours Talks - An engaging panel series bringing together leaders in automotive, design and fashion to explore the cultural influencer shaping the future of luxury
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Miami Design District Set To Present Seventh Annual Miami Concours - Where Auto, Art, and Fashion Intersect
Miami Concours – one of the country’s most anticipated motorized events – will return to the Miami Design District in 2024 for its seventh edition, titled “Design Driven: The Intersection of Auto, Art and Fashion”. The Miami Concours is a three-day exhibition of the world’s most significant post-war automobiles and examples of excellence in modern design and engineering, expertly placed throughout the Miami Design District.
Miami Concours – one of the country’s most anticipated motorized events – will return to the Miami Design District in 2024 for its seventh edition, titled “Design Driven: The Intersection of Auto, Art and Fashion”. The Miami Concours is a three-day exhibition of the world’s most significant post-war automobiles and examples of excellence in modern design and engineering, expertly placed throughout the Miami Design District. The event is the first of its kind in Miami, bringing together high design, luxury, fashion, design and architecture, all through the lens of the automotive industry. The Miami Concours will begin on Friday, February 16th, culminating on Sunday, February 18th with red-carpeted streets, each featuring distinct Concours activations.
With the Design District as its backdrop, The Miami Concours stands out against other shows in the industry, elevated from a masterfully curated car showcase to an immersive, cultural experience. The Miami Design District serves as Co-Owner, with The Concours Group and DuPont REGISTRY, of the Miami Concours 2024, continuing to evolve the event into a new breed of automotive show: a celebration of high design and culture rooted in automotive.
The seventh edition of the Miami Concours will reveal a more robust schedule of programming than seen in previous years, including a curated line-up of VIP events, panel discussions, tours and exclusive experiences throughout the Miami Design District. The availability of VIP tickets will make the 2024 edition of the Miami Concours its most impactful year yet. VIP perks include:
● Access for two to Miami’s only luxury Drive-In Movie Night and Dinner Experience in Jungle Plaza, Miami Design District on Friday, February 16th.
● Access for two to the exclusive VIP Lounge during Sunday, February 18th’s premier red-carpet event. Featuring complimentary sips & bites and immersive experiences.
● Reserved parking in the Miami Design District on Friday February 16th – Sunday February 18th.
● Access to the Styled by MDD Hospitality Suite with the Miami Design District personal shopping team.
● VIP reserved seating for two at the District Sounds Concert Under the Stars on Monday, February 19th, featuring a special artist performance. Orchestrated by the Miami Symphony Orchestra.
● Complimentary annual subscription to Design District and DuPont Registry magazines.
A showcase that spans the best of historic through contemporary automotive design, the Miami Concours will feature the most important automobiles on display against the backdrop of one of the world’s most architecturally, artistically and culturally compelling neighborhoods. The aim is to empower and engage current and future generations of automobile enthusiasts by infusing design knowledge into each Concours experience. As such, the event is primed to be an industry disruptor, attracting enthusiasts in all categories to attend.
“We are thrilled to be partnering with The Concours Group in a bigger way in time for the seventh edition of the Miami Concours,” says Craig Robins, President & CEO of DACRA. “As Co-Owner of Miami Concours, Miami Design District will introduce a more robust VIP program and conduct a brand refresh for the Concours, positioning the event as an industry leader in automotive.”
Led by the Miami Design District and Co-Founders of The Concours Group John Temerian Jr. of CURATED, Ronnie Vogel, and Partner Brett David of Prestige Imports, the Miami Concours has carved an inimitable niche, one at the intersection of design, automotive excellence, car-culture camaraderie and luxury lifestyle.
VIP ticket holders will have access to exclusive events throughout the duration of the Miami Concours. Friday’s VIP events will include cars on display, a welcome reception and a drive-in movie. Saturday’s VIP events will include master class panels, private tours, a collector’s dinner and private shopping experiences. Sunday will be Red Carpet Day, with 250+ cars on display, and include everything from master class panels, a VIP lounge and “Passports” to in-store events, fashion activations and a closing awards ceremony.
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital will be the sole benefactor of 2024 Miami Concours.
Miami Design District Hosts Sixth Annual Miami Concours: A Distinctly Modern Concours D'Elegance 2023
The Miami Concours, one of the country’s most anticipated motoring events, returned to the Miami Design District this past weekend for 2023 with its highly curated, distinctly modern celebration of automotive history. In its sixth year, the annual event showcased the most significant automobiles ever produced, exhibited in the heart of Miami, at the epicenter of art and design.
The Miami Concours, one of the country’s most anticipated motoring events, returned to the Miami Design District this past weekend for 2023 with its highly curated, distinctly modern celebration of automotive history. In its sixth year, the annual event showcased the most significant automobiles ever produced, exhibited in the heart of Miami, at the epicenter of art and design. Led by Co-Founders John Temerian Jr. of CURATED and Ronnie Vogel, alongside Partner Brett David of Prestige Imports, the acclaimed event has carved an inimitable niche, one at the intersection of automotive excellence, car-culture camaraderie and luxury lifestyle. Displays debuted on Friday, February 17th and ran throughout the weekend culminating on Sunday, February 19th, with three red-carpeted streets, each featuring distinct Concours activations.
“We are immensely proud of Miami Concours, an automobile concours d’elegance built through our distinct lens, in the heart of our city,” states Co-Founder John Temerian. Adds Partner Brett David, “The three of us are proud to once again bring some of the greatest cars in the world and some of the biggest names in the industry to a city we love, presenting our interpretation of a modern concours.”
The renowned event features the most sought-after exotic post-war automobiles and celebrated, iconic models from the world’s most recognizable luxury motoring brands. Friday, February 17th marked the start of the event, as Miami Concours presented a special showcase of cars, dotted among the neighborhood’s artistic installations as static works of art themselves. In keeping with tradition, on Saturday night, the Miami Design District then rolled out the event's signature red carpets in preparation for the weekend’s main attraction, taking place on Sunday.
The red carpet served as a magnificent backdrop for the world-class, hand-picked automobiles, as collectors and enthusiasts witnessed real-time, official judging; explored an unmatched, historical display of Lamborghinis on 39th Street - a nod to the Italian manufacturer’s 60th Anniversary; and discovered an unforgettable display of Hypercars from Pagani Automobili as they celebrated their 25th Anniversary along with Czinger Vehicles, as they presented the 3D printed 21C.
“Miami Concours is an incredible platform for luxury cars, presenting some of the most coveted rarities in automobile history. Each year, this weekend unites the community and devout car enthusiasts from all over the world for the shared appreciation of remarkable craftsmanship. I can’t imagine a more fitting destination than the Miami Design District to host this spectacular weekend,” says Craig Robins, President and CEO of Dacra.
Judging was led by Mark Moskowitz MD (Board of Directors of Carolina Motorsports Park and Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors of The Motorsports Hall of Fame of America), Miami Concours showcases superlative examples from Aston Martin, Lamborghini, Ferrari, Pagani, Maserati, Jaguar, Ford, BMW, Bentley, Rolls Royce, Porsche and Mercedes-Benz.
Images via World Red Eye, Josh Sobel and Jake Rosenberg
The Sixth Annual Miami Concours: A Distinctly Modern Concours D'Elegance Honoring The 60th Anniversary of Lamborghini Returns to Miami Design District
The Miami Concours, one of the country’s most anticipated motoring events, returns to the Miami Design District for 2023 with its highly curated, distinctly modern celebration of automotive history. Displays debut on Friday, February 17th and the weekend culminates on Sunday, February 19th, with three red-carpeted streets, each featuring distinct Concours activations.
The Miami Concours, one of the country’s most anticipated motoring events, returns to the Miami Design District for 2023 with its highly curated, distinctly modern celebration of automotive history. Displays debut on Friday, February 17th and the weekend culminates on Sunday, February 19th, with three red-carpeted streets, each featuring distinct Concours activations.
In its sixth year, the annual event showcases the most significant automobiles ever produced, exhibited in the heart of Miami, at the epicenter of art and design. Led by Co-Founders John Temerian Jr. of CURATED and Ronnie Vogel, alongside Partner Brett David of Prestige Imports, the acclaimed event has carved an inimitable niche, one at the intersection of automotive excellence, car-culture camaraderie and luxury lifestyle.
“We are immensely proud of Miami Concours, an automobile concours d’elegance built through our distinct lens, in the heart of our city,” states Co-Founder John Temerian. Adds Partner Brett David, “The three of us are proud to once again bring some of the greatest cars in the world and some of the biggest names in the industry to a city we love, presenting our interpretation of a modern concours.”
The renowned event features the most sought-after exotic post-war automobiles and celebrated, iconic models from the world’s most recognizable luxury motoring brands. Friday, February 17th marks the start of the event, as Miami Concours presents a special showcase of cars, dotted among the neighborhood’s artistic installations as static works of art themselves. In keeping with tradition, on Saturday night, the Miami Design District then rolls out the event's signature red carpets in preparation for the weekend’s main attraction, taking place on Sunday.
The red carpet serves as a magnificent backdrop for the world-class, hand-picked automobiles, as collectors and enthusiasts witness real-time, official judging; explore an unmatched, historical display of Lamborghinis on 39th Street - a nod to the Italian manufacturer’s 60th Anniversary; and discover an unforgettable display of Hypercars from Pagani Automobili as they celebrate their 25th Anniversary along with Czinger Vehicles, as they present the 3D printed 21C.
“Miami Concours is an incredible platform for luxury cars, presenting some of the most coveted rarities in automobile history. Each year, this weekend unites the community and devout car enthusiasts from all over the world for the shared appreciation of remarkable craftsmanship. I can’t imagine a more fitting destination than the Miami Design District to host this spectacular weekend,” says Craig Robins, President and CEO of Dacra.
With judging led by Mark Moskowitz MD (Board of Directors of Carolina Motorsports Park and Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors of The Motorsports Hall of Fame of America), Miami Concours showcases superlative examples from Aston Martin, Lamborghini, Ferrari, Pagani, Maserati, Jaguar, Ford, BMW, Bentley, Rolls Royce, Porsche and Mercedes-Benz.
Miami Design District To Host Fifth Annual Miami Concours Where John Hennessey Set To Debut New Hypercar
The Miami Concours is set to host the fifth annual automotive showcase which will take place on Sunday, February 20th in the Miami Design District and celebrate American supercar visionaries. The 2022 Miami Concours will honor legendary collector, Motorsport innovator, and automotive manufacturer James Glickenhaus.
The Miami Concours is set to host the fifth annual automotive showcase which will take place on Sunday, February 20th in the Miami Design District and celebrate American supercar visionaries. The 2022 Miami Concours will honor legendary collector, Motorsport innovator, and automotive manufacturer James Glickenhaus and will feature a selection of historic cars from his personal collection, two new Glickenhaus production cars, and the Miami unveiling of a one-of-a-kind racing car.
Celebrating Iconic American Hypercar Manufacturers, the Miami Concours has invited John Hennessey to unveil a new one-off version of the Hennessey Venom F5. The $2.8 million, 250mph+, Limited Edition Venom F5 Hypercar, is one of only 24 cars to be produced for the world. In addition to the iconic American Hypercars, the Miami Concours plans feature 60 hand-picked entries of the most sought-after exotic post-war automobiles entered by some of the country’s most significant collectors. Uniquely, all cars will be presented on a spectacular red carpet which will run throughout the Design District from Northeast 39th Street, continuing north via connecting walkway Paseo Ponti to Northeast 41st Street and into Paradise Plaza.
Miami Design District is one of the hottest neighborhoods in the world, home to a number of luxury fashion houses, art galleries, fine dining experiences, and cafés. The open-air, pedestrian-friendly neighborhood, known for its many distinct and artistic façades, notably boasts a highly energy-efficient infrastructure and became the first neighborhood in the world to achieve the Gold level (LEED ND: Built v4 Gold). The Miami Design District is owned and operated by Miami Design District Associates, a partnership between Dacra, founded and owned by visionary entrepreneur and developer Craig Robins, and L Catterton Real Estate, a global real estate development and investment fund specializing in investing in luxury shopping destinations. The neighborhood was inspired by the worlds leading shopping districts including Fifth Avenue and Rodeo Drive and visitors can enjoy mature canopy-covered streets and walkways, sculptural specimen trees, and extensive rooftop gardens.
Images via Miami Design District
The Miami Concours is set to return to the Miami Design District this week, taking place Friday, February 13 through Sunday, February 15, for its 9th edition. Set throughout the neighborhood, the three-day exhibition brings together iconic post-war automobiles, rare vintage supercars, and cutting-edge hypercars—framed by the Miami Design District’s architecture and luxury retail.