15 – 21 March 2026

Nelson, Tasman

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

Entries for this event have now closed. If you missed out you can join us for the next Vero International Festival of Historic Motoring in 2030, check out the public events programme below, and/or join your local VCC branch to take part in other events.

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 beautiful Nelson Tasman region over the course of the week of 15th to 21st March.

Rally Programme

The 2026 Vero International Festival of Historic Motoring will be held over the week of 15 – 21 March 2026 in the beautiful Nelson Tasman region, New Zealand.

The Region & Accomodation

Stunning views, lovely roads, great food, craft beer, and wine, plus renowned for its fantastic weather, the Nelson Tasman region has a lot to offer.

Public Events

There are many opportunities to get close to these wonderful machines, with lunch stops and displays across the region open to the public.                             

Contact us

Event Sponsors

Thank you to all of our sponsors, this event would not be possible without them.

Logistics, permissions and help planning this event

Documenting the event for participants and future generations.