🚗 Car Shows in Seaside, California This Week (August 11–17, 2025)
It’s that time of year again—Monterey Car Week is rolling into town, and Seaside is buzzing with incredible automotive events! Whether you’re a Porsche purist, an ‘80s/‘90s nostalgia buff, or someone who loves the quirkiness of “hoopties,” there’s something for everyone this week.
Here’s your guide to the can’t-miss car shows happening right here in Seaside:
1️⃣ Porsche Monterey Classic
📅 Monday, August 11, 2025
🕓 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Del Monte & Tioga Avenues (starting from the Granite Rock Building)
💵 Admission: FREE
Kick off the week with this celebration of Porsche engineering. Del Monte Avenue will be closed from 12:30 PM to 9:00 PM between Tioga and the Granite Rock Building, so plan your parking accordingly.
2️⃣ The Paddock – ‘80s & ‘90s Car Show
📅 Friday, August 15, 2025
🕒 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Bayonet & Black Horse
💵 General Admission: $75 | Kids 13 & under: FREE with paid adult
Throw it back with the bold styles, bright colors, and iconic rides of the ‘80s and ‘90s. Think pop-up headlights, cassette decks, and maybe even some neon jumpsuits.
3️⃣ Concorso Italiano – 40th Anniversary
📅 Saturday, August 16, 2025
🕙 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Bayonet Black Horse Golf Club
💵 General Admission: $250
From Ferraris to Lamborghinis, this event celebrates Italian automotive culture in grand style. A must for lovers of exotic craftsmanship and luxury performance.
4️⃣ Exotics On Broadway
📅 Saturday, August 16, 2025
🕚 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Broadway Avenue (between Del Monte & Fremont Boulevards)
💵 Admission: FREE
Supercars, hypercars, and the rarest exotics—right on the streets of Seaside. Broadway Avenue will be closed from 12:00 AM to 8:00 PM, so arrive early for the best views.
5️⃣ Concours d’LeMons
📅 Saturday, August 16, 2025
🕗 8:00 AM – 1:30 PM
📍 Seaside City Hall Lawn
💵 Admission: FREE
Where “the worst” is actually the best! This delightfully offbeat show celebrates “horrible hoopties” with humor, personality, and plenty of photo ops.
🚦 Tips for the Week
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Arrive early—parking fills fast during Car Week.
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Expect street closures, especially on Broadway and Del Monte Avenue.
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Wear comfortable shoes—you’ll be walking and gawking a lot!
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Bring your camera or phone—these rides are once-in-a-lifetime sights.
💬 Your Turn
We’d love to see your photos, hear your favorite Car Week memories, and know which event you’re most excited about! Tag @GinaHindsRealtor in your pictures so we can feature your shots and celebrate Seaside together. Let’s make this week a community showcase—both for the cars and for the people who love them.
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