About This Event
The 45th Annual Jaguar Invitational Concours d’Elegance is set for September 16, 2026, at the magnificent Vanderbilt Museum in Centerport, New York. This highly anticipated single-day event, organized by the Jaguar Drivers Club of Long Island, draws Jaguar and British-car enthusiasts from across the region to the historic museum grounds for a prestigious judged concours setting.
The Vanderbilt Museum, with its sprawling estate, provides a truly exceptional backdrop, elevating the experience for both participants and spectators. Motoring enthusiasts can expect to see a remarkable collection of carefully curated vehicles, making it an essential date on the calendar for any auto fanatic.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
The official event page confirms this as the club’s long-running showcase of Jaguar and other British automobiles, with display vehicles gracing the elegant Vanderbilt Estate grounds. Notably, the museum’s own announcement for the 45th Concours highlights a 1952 Jaguar XK 120, originally purchased new by the legendary actor Clark Gable.
In addition to this iconic Jaguar, the display will include a diverse collection of British and selected international vehicles spanning all years, makes, and models. This ensures a broad appeal for all automotive aficionados.
[caption id=”attachment_28992″ align=”aligncenter” width=”800″] At the prestigious Jaguar Concours d’Elegance, the legendary Le Mans-winning 1957 Jaguar D-Type commands the emerald lawn, its aerodynamic fin and sculpted silhouette epitomizing the absolute pinnacle of vintage motorsport heritage.[/caption]
FEATURED CARS
The Jaguar Concours d’Elegance will feature an extraordinary lineup of the marque’s finest historical and performance milestones. On display will be everything from the groundbreaking postwar sports cars like the XK120, XK140, and XK150, to the timeless, sculptural curves of the E-Type roadsters and coupes.
Truly stealing the spotlight, however, is a magnificent contingent of legendary competition sports racers, including the iconic, aerodynamic 1957 Jaguar D-Type, celebrated factory continuation models, and impeccably preserved vintage endurance icons that define the absolute pinnacle of British motorsport heritage.
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ADMISSION
The Vanderbilt Museum announcement also specifies that spectators pay general museum admission only, with no separate charge for the car show. The published admission prices are $8 adults, $7 seniors and students with ID, and $5 children 12 and under.
THE VENUE
The event unfolds on the beautiful grounds of the Vanderbilt Museum, located at 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport, NY 11721. This location is an ideal setting for a concours, as the estate’s historic ambiance provides a formal and fitting backdrop for carefully presented Jaguar, British, and selected international collector cars.
Significantly, the venue also grants spectators access to the museum itself alongside the impressive car display. This dual experience adds valuable context for driving enthusiasts who appreciate both provenance and presentation.
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FULL SCHEDULE & TICKET PRICING
Show Name: 45th Annual Jaguar Invitational Concours d’Elegance
Date: September 16, 2026
Time: The museum announcement for the event listed 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Tickets: General museum admission at the door; the museum announcement listed $8 adults, $7 seniors and students with ID, and $5 children 12 and under
Location: Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport, New York 11721 (View on Google Maps)
EVENT SUMMARY
The 45th Annual Jaguar Invitational Concours d’Elegance 2026 will feature 40-50 unique vintage Jaguar Cars at the Vanderbilt Museum, Centerport, New York on September 16, 2026.
