1 Week Until Entries Close!
August 27, 2025
Vero International Festival of Historic Motoring Will Go Ahead.
“As president of the VCC, it gives me great pleasure to confirm that the 2026 Vero Rally is going ahead, said George Kear, President, VCC. “We have exceeded the minimum registration numbers, and we’re on track to reach our target of more than 500 vehicle entries. We know that there are still many club members planning to sign up in the week and a half remaining before entries close on August 31st.”
“For those wanting to experience everything that makes our club so special on a grand scale, the Vero is not to be missed.”
“We’re thrilled to move into the next phase of planning for the 2026 festival,” said Festival Director Ray Robertson. “The Vero is a fantastic opportunity to see the spirit of our club on full display. Over six days, we’ll be welcoming more than 500 vintage, veteran and classic vehicles and their crews, coming together for exceptional motoring with camaraderie and celebration. We’ve already mapped out all the daily rallies that will take in the region’s outstanding roads and scenery, with route options carefully designed to suit the capabilities of older and newer vehicles alike.”
A highlight of the programme is the Teams Relay Challenge, in which teams of drivers of all ages and abilities compete under controlled conditions to cover the greatest distance on a 1.6km circuit, while completing pit stop tasks — an entertaining blend of endurance, timing, and teamwork.
Evenings will feature shared meals and live entertainment at Nelson’s Trafalgar Centre, offering opportunities to reconnect with old friends and make new ones.
Festival entries close 31 August 2025. There may be limited late entries available after this but they will be more expensive.
You will need a VIC for your vehicle to participate, but you don’t need to have it before you enter.
Everything you need to know including how to enter is at www.historicmotoring.org.nz
“We’ve already had such incredible support for the event,” said Ray, “and we know it’s going to be really special. We are looking forward to seeing everyone in Nelson in 2026.”
