Audrain Newport Concours + Motor Week Returns 9/30

The third annual Audrain Newport Concours & Motor Week welcomes the world’s most exclusive auto brands and car collections back to Aquidneck Island for four days of special events, seminars, gatherings and more on September 29 - October 2, 2022.

This year's events include a VIP reception, seminars, “The Gathering” at Rough Point, Wine by the Water winetasting event at Forty 1 North, “Hilltop Hangouts,” the Bonhams Auction, the Audrain Auto Museum Annual Fundraising Gala, the concours village and, of course—the centerpiece of the event—the Audrain Newport Concours d’Elegance. Once the sun goes down, experience exclusive cocktail hours, dinners, and various VIP parties hosted in some of Newport's most impressive venues.

Seminars

Concours d’Elegance

The "crown jewel" of Motor Week! The 2022 Audrain Newport Concours d'Elegance will host over 100 cars in various classes all competing for the lusted Best Of Show trophy.

Concours Village

The International Tennis Hall of Fame will act as the Concours Village for the week.

The Gathering

SPECIAL EVENTS

1 Audrain Newport Concours d'Elegance

Where:: The Breakers, 44 Ochre Point Avenue
When:: Sunday, October 2
Cost:: $115 - $420

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Welcome to the crown jewel of the Audrain Newport Concours & Motor Week. Witness over 100 cars from various decades across various classes all competing for the coveted Best of Show trophy.

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2 The Gathering: A One-Day Lawn Party

Where:: Rough Point Museum, 680 Bellevue Avenue
When:: Friday, September 30
Cost:: $112 - $300

Make your way to Rough Point, the former home of heiress Doris Duke, for an exclusive lawn party and a look at rare collections of fine automobiles and motorcycles. Explore the sprawling historic landscape with panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean as you sip champagne, wines and Newport Craft specialty cocktails and beers. You'll be in good company with Jay Leno and other car enthusiasts alike.

The Gathering at Rough Point

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3 Wine By The Water

Where:: Forty 1 North, 351 Thames Street
When:: Thursday, September 29, 3:00 - 6:00 PM
Cost:: Ticket Prices Vary

Start Motor Week in style at the waterfront by sampling luxury wine brands hand-selected by wine experts joined with delicious food pairings from 41 North’s Executive Chef Terence Feury.

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4 Hilltop Hangout

Where :: Hilltop Inn, 2 Kay Street
When:: Thursday, September 29 or Friday, September 30, from 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Cost:: $48 - $60

Kick back and relax after a fun-filled day of seminars and automobiles. The Hilltop Inn is the perfect place to enjoy a Newport Craft Brewing Co. cocktail and a cigar while mingling with new and old friends. There are two opportunities to attend this popular event; either Thursday September 29th or Friday September 30th.

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5 Coffee at the Concours

Where :: The Breakers, 44 Ochre Point Avenue
When:: Sunday, October 2nd
Cost:: $46 - $60

Waves crashing, the smell of fresh coffee and salty sea air surrounds you as cars take their places ready to compete for the Best of Show trophy. Coffee and light refreshments to be served.

All VIP Admission ticket holders for the Concours d 'Elegance and All-Inclusive ticket holders receive access to Coffee at the Concours. Any person WITHOUT a ticket to the Concours d'Elegance (VIP, General Admission, or All-Inclusive ticket holders) must promptly leave the field by 8:30 am.

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6 Yoga at the Concours

Where :: The Breakers, 44 Ochre Point Avenue
When:: Sunday, October 2nd
Cost:: $46 - $60

Early morning yoga on the lawn of a Gilded Age mansion, surrounded by world class cars—you are in Newport after all. Arrive at the Breakers for a gentle and awakening yoga session with the waves crashing on one side, and 180 world-class cars on the other.

A ticket to Yoga at the Concours does NOT give access to the Concours d'Elegance. Participants must leave the field at 10 am if they do not have a ticket for the Concours d'Elegance.

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PUBLIC EVENTS

1 Tour d’Elegance

Where:: Various Locations
When:: Saturday, October 1, 6:30 AM - 2:00 PM

The Tour d’Elegance is the scenic drive for all cars that are participating in the Audrain Newport Concours d’Elegance and will be a spectacle not worth missing.

The tour begins Saturday morning at Scarborough Beach in Narraganset, then winds through downtown Jamestown with a stop at Beavertail State Park. The tour will proceed through Aquidneck Island, stopping for coffee and photos at Fort Adams State Park overlooking the harbor and Newport Bridge, continuing with a scenic drive along historic Ocean Drive and the breathtaking Atlantic Ocean.

The tour ends on Bellevue Avenue with all cars parking together on the closed street for the public to view and interact with drivers and owners.

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2 Bellevue Car Display

Where:: Bellevue Avenue
When:: Saturday, October 1, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Following the Tour d'Elegance, make your way up to historic Bellevue Avenue where all cars will be parked together on the closed street for the public to view and interact with drivers and owners. Owners and drivers will be treated to a special lunch at the landmark Newport restaurant, La Forge, while the public enjoys the local vendors and food trucks.

Audrain Motor Week

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3 Concours Village

Where:: International Tennis Hall of Fame
When:: Thursday -Sunday, from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM* (4:00 PM on Saturday & Sunday)

The International Tennis Hall of Fame acts as the Concours Village for the Motor Week. The Village is open through the weekend and will feature concessions from local restaurants, vendors with unique booths and experiences as well as an exciting and adventure-filled Family Zone.

Concours Village for the Motor Week