For the first time ever, Rétromobile is heading to NYC. The 50th-anniversary edition lands at the Javits Center in November 2026.
For decades, Rétromobile has been the benchmark for international classic car shows, a celebration of vintage motoring that feels more like stepping into a curated time capsule than your typical automotive event. Now, for the first time in its 50-year history, Rétromobile is leaving Paris and heading stateside for a brand-new chapter in New York City.
Taking over the Javits Center from November 19–22, 2026, Rétromobile NY aims to combine that familiar French love for design and history with the nonstop energy of Manhattan. Think rare and timeless vehicles, immersive displays, thoughtfully curated artwork, and a top-tier auction by Gooding Christie’s held just blocks from the West Side Highway.
The original Paris-based show has long been a gathering point for the global car collector community, from historians and restorers to seasoned buyers and young enthusiasts just getting their start. Over the years, Rétromobile has helped shape the way classic vehicles are appreciated, not just as museum pieces but as cultural touchstones that continue to influence design, engineering, and lifestyle today. It’s a place where a Bugatti Type 35 can sit comfortably next to a Citroën SM and where modern collectors connect with artisans, keeping coachbuilt traditions alive. Rétromobile’s impact is part marketplace, part time machine, and part cultural.
As it makes its debut in New York, Rétromobile brings all that heritage with it while opening up to new possibilities. The show promises to offer a fresh, American twist while staying true to its roots. Expect an international crowd, carefully staged exhibitions, and the kind of historic vehicles that rarely cross the Atlantic. Whether you’re a collector, an admirer of timeless design, or simply someone with a soft spot for all things automotive, Rétromobile NY is shaping up to be one of 2026’s most anticipated events.
Source: Rétromobile US