Arizona Car Week returns with revamped event roster
Arizona is known for many things, from being a gorgeous resort town with near-perfect weather year-round to hosting some of the most noteworthy events including the WM Phoenix Open and the Fiesta Bowl, add to these spectacular events: Arizona Car Week, a week-long celebration dedicated to spotlighting the world’s most spectacular collector cars. The annual event welcomes thousands of spectators to indulge in this automotive enthusiast’s heaven for an entire week.
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A spectacle of show, tell and experience
Kicking off 2025, the next generation of Arizona Car Week debuts in the Valley on January 17-26 with an enhanced lineup, featuring several new and existing events. During Car Week, residents of Arizona are encouraged to “Drive Your Collector Car.” This is a time to show off and celebrate the collector’s items sitting in the garage.
The event begins with Barrett-Jackson’s Rock the Block with Sammy Hagar on January 17 at WestWorld of Scottsdale. Following the initial party, Car Week continues with a roster of more than 20 free and ticketed events including:
- Muscle Cars in Mesa: Scheduled for January 18, Muscle Cars in Mesa brings some of the world’s most popular muscle cars to Streetside Classics in Mesa. This event is the ideal kick-off to Arizona Car Week with a chance to gather with friends and family — for free — to check out some of the world’s top muscle cars along with fellow car enthusiasts.
- British Bikes and Coffee: For those with more of a passion for bikes, they need look no further than British Bikes and Coffee on Saturday, January 18 at Phoenix Triumph, a popular motorcycle dealer located in Mesa. Guests can enjoy coffee while viewing some of the world’s most jaw-dropping motorcycles.
- AZ Concours d’Elegance: On Sunday, January 19, Arizona Concours d’Elegance takes place at Scottsdale Civic Center Park. This experience showcases the world’s finest collector cars, celebrating automotive excellence and offers judged exhibitions. The ultimate event for car enthusiasts, The Concours invites more than 100 rare and exotic automobiles to be considered for judging and awards. The ticketed non-profit event benefits the arts and local artists.
- Euro Experience Tortilla Flats Tour: Attention Supercar Drivers! On Monday, January 20, The Collection QC hosts a curated tour of the world’s most exclusive Supercars from their location in Mesa, through Canyon Lake and into the scenic town of Tortilla Flats. The tour begins at 3 p.m., guaranteeing a sunset drive on the way back down the mountain. The public is invited to view participating cars at 2:30 p.m. for free.
- Wood & Wheels: Wood and Wheels is a unique and intimate evening experience on Tuesday, January 21 at Ironwood Mills in Phoenix. For those looking to blend art and automobiles, this is the ideal event showcasing more than 30 exceptional automobiles along with food and beverages and the camaraderie of fellow enthusiasts.
- Bonhams Scottsdale Auction: From Jan. 22-24, automobile aficionados are encouraged to take a drive to the prestigious Westin Kierland Resort and Spa in Scottsdale for Bonhams Scottsdale Auction. This live auction offers a variety of collector cars including rare and exotic models, classic cars, Europeans, muscle cars and more.
- Euro Experience: This free event features late-model and classic offerings from top European manufacturers including Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, Porsche and more. Head over to The Collection QC in Mesa on Wednesday, January 22 to get a peak at the ultimate Euro Experience.
- RM Sotheby’s Auction: Known as the premier sale of Arizona Car Week, RM Sotheby’s Auction will be held at The Arizona Biltmore January 23-24. The beloved tradition amongst car enthusiasts allows spectators and potential buyers a chance to preview and bid on some of the highest quality collector cars over the course of the two-day event.
- Motorsports Auction Group (MAG Auctions): In a new location this year, MAG Auctions is a collector car auction featuring muscle cars, street rods, classic cars, vintage cars and leading automobile products. The event at Cubs Field at Sloan Park is family-friendly and creates a space where dreams of a car can become a reality.
Arizona Car Week details
For more information on Arizona Car Week and to purchase tickets, visit arizonacarweek.org. Keep an eye out for more event announcements coming soon.