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Vero International Festival of Historic Motoring 2026

Sunday 15th-Saturday 21st March 2026

The Vero International Festival of Historic Motoring is an event organised by the Vintage Car Club of New Zealand Incorporated.

Every 4 years we celebrate veteran, vintage, and classic vehicles and the people who love them. This is an international rally that attracts participants from all over the world and New Zealand. Previous events have had over 1000 vehicles taking part.

In 2026 this exciting event takes place in the Nelson Tasman region over the course of the week of 15th to 21st March. The event will consist of vehicle rallies and public events throughout the week. Dates for public events will be confirmed closer to the event.

Register your interest at www.historicmotoring.org.nz. You will be the first to be notified when full registrations open and the public programme becomes available, plus receive a regular, informative, newsletter leading up to the event.

Family Friendly

Date(s)

March 15–21, 2026

Time

Varies, see programme on website.

Location

Nelson & suburbs, Richmond & surrounds, Nelson Lakes / Murchison, Mapua / Moutere / Motueka, Golden Bay / Abel Tasman, Tapawera / Wakefield, Richmond

Venue

Various sites across Nelson Tasman. HQ at Trafalgar Centre

Tickets, Bookings and Entry

Most public events free, others gold coin donation.

Contact

festivalcomms@vcc.org.nz

Additional Info

Official Website

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