Oberoi Concours d’Elegance to return in 2026

The Oberoi Concours d’Elegance will be returning for a second edition, and the classic car event will be held at the Oberoi Udaivilas in Udaipur from February 20 to February 22, 2026. The Concours d’Elegance promises to be a celebration of automotive heritage, craftsmanship, and luxury, once again bringing together a variety of classic cars and motorcycles from across the globe.

The event will begin with the Oberoi Tour d’Elegance, which will be an exclusive drive around the picturesque Fatehsagar Lake in Udaipur as a prelude to the weekend. Sandra Button, chairman of the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, will return to the event as chief judge and will lead a panel of experts, collectors, and racing legends, including Sir Jackie Stewart, Jacky Ickx, Giacomo Agostini, Derek Bell MBE, Prof. Peter Stevens, Prof. Gordan Murray, Prince Michael of Kent, Sir Michael Kadoorie and Jean Todt. David McKirdy continues on as the chief judge for motorcycles, while Simon Kidston will once again serve as the ‘voice’ of the Oberoi Concours d' Elegance, guiding attendees through this celebration of automotive heritage. The 2026 edition of the Oberoi Concours d’Elegance will include a varied selection of cars and motorcycles, and the categories for the same are listed below:

Automobiles (cars)

Pre-War Classics – European (1918 - 1945)

Pre-War Classics – American (1918 - 1945)

Post-War Classics – European (1946 - 1970)

Post-War Classics – American (1946 - 1970)

Pre-War Classics – Rolls Royce (1904 - 1945)

Cars of The Maharajas – Jodhpur (1900 – 1955)

Indian Heritage – Preservation (1947 - 1972)

Indian Heritage – Motor Racing (1947 – 1989)

Youngtimer Classics (1975 - 1990)

Indian Coachbuilt: Then & Now (1920 – 1945)

Motorcycles

Veteran – Vintage (1900 – 1930)

Pre-War Classics (1931 - 1945)

Post-War Classics (1946 - 1969)

Indian Heritage – Motor Racing (1947 – 1989)

Arjun Oberoi, chairman of the Oberoi Concours d’ Elegance Committee and the executive chairman, The Oberoi Group remarked, “The Oberoi Concours d’Elegance has set a new standard for automotive events in India and beyond. Its global recognition is a testament to our commitment to celebrating the finest classic automobiles and motorcycles in an extraordinary setting. We are delighted to welcome collectors and enthusiasts back to The Oberoi Udaivilas, Udaipur for an even more spectacular second edition.”

Manvendra Singh Barwani, curator, Oberoi Concours d’ Elegance, added, “This event showcases India’s deep-rooted automotive heritage and its growing significance on the global concours circuit. We look forward to gathering some of the world’s most remarkable classic vehicles, judged by an exceptional panel of experts, in a truly regal setting.” The Oberoi Concours d’Elegance was recognized as the Concours Event of the Year at the 2024 Concours Year Awards and the Breakthrough Event of the Year at the International Historic Motoring Awards 2024. The upcoming edition of the event promises to build on this legacy and will definitely be a treat for vintage and classic car enthusiasts.