McLaren Vale Vintage & Classic
MCLAREN VALE VINTAGE & CLASSIC MAKES GRAND RETURN IN 2026 FOR IT’S 20 YEAR CELEBRATION
After a year’s hiatus, the much-loved McLaren Vale Vintage & Classic is officially returning in 2026 and will celebrate 20 incredible years of showcasing motoring heritage, fine wine, and community spirit, with entries now open.
The popular car parade event will roll through the heart of McLaren Vale on Sunday, 12 April 2026, bringing together hundreds of vintage and classic vehicles on the Main Street, along with local wineries, live entertainment, and family fun.
Adding to the excitement, a brand-new, Vintage & Classic Charity Party at Chalk Hill, will take place the night before the parade on Saturday, 11 April, replacing the traditional charity dinner.
Open to the public to enjoy, the Charity Party will feature live entertainment and a stunning display of cars across the Chalk Hill lawns, creating the perfect atmosphere to kick off the weekend’s celebrations. A $10 entry fee will be applied, with proceeds supporting several local charities, while food and drinks will be available to purchase on the night.
Since its inception in 2006, the McLaren Vale Vintage & Classic has drawn thousands of visitors to the region each year, marking it as one of the region’s signature events on the calendar, bringing in people from around South Australia and interstate, especially Victoria, to the heart of McLaren Vale.
More than just a car parade, the McLaren Vale Vintage & Classic is a strong community festival, highlighting the wonders of the region, where both entrants and guests gather after the parade and enjoy the afternoon.
A range of local wineries will once again participate in the event, including the following:
●Lloyd Brothers
●Kay Brothers
●Hastwell & Lightfoot
●Chalk Hill
●Leconfield
●Shirvington
●Serafino
●Ekhidna kitchen
●Goodison Brewery
●Paxton
Vehicle owners are encouraged to secure their spot early to be part of this milestone event, and can register to be part of the parade via the McLaren Vale Vintage & Classic website: https://usefull.com.au/event/2026-vintage-and-classic.
For more information:
Register your vehicle: https://usefull.com.au/event/2026-vintage-and-classic
Website: https://www.vintageandclassic.com.au/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mclarenvalevintageandclassic/