Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix Motorsport Festival
Experience a world-class, one-of-a-kind automotive event inside a city park!
The Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix (PVGP), celebrating its 44th anniversary in 2026, is the nation's largest vintage street race and the only one staged on public roads.
Dates, Location & Parking
Dates
July 11 - 19, 2026
Location
Schenley Park
Parking
Public parking on race weekend at Schenley Park is available on Flagstaff Hill, across the street from Phipps Conservatory. There are also free air-conditioned shuttle buses to the golf course and over to the Start/Finish line.
You can pre-purchase your parking pass and save $5, and have a guaranteed spot.
Admission
A $20 weekend admission donation (ages 13+) helps cover event costs and supports our charity partners. Children 12 and under are free. Save by purchasing online for $15 and enjoy fast, touchless entry using your phone or printed receipt, or donate $20 at the gate at the golf course, paddock, or Start/Finish area. Wristbands are available at all main entrances, including Schenley Drive & Forbes, Frew Street, Beacon Street, and surrounding access points. Purchase your tickets here.
Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix Motorsport Festival Map
Explore the official map of the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix Motorsport Festival here, where you'll find entry gates, shuttle bus locations, food concessions, and more.
2026 Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix Schedule
See colorful, classic cars navigate the park’s bends. Cheer for your favorite car or driver and grab a snack or a cool drink at Vendor Village. Check out the 2026 PVGP Race Week lineup:
- July 11 | Black Tie & Tailpipes Gala
- July 12 | Kick-Off Rallye at Dual Devils Garage
- July 13 | Walnut Street Invitational
- July 14 | Waterfront Car Cruise
- July 14 | Sewickley Stampede & Roundup
- July 15 | Downtown Car Display
- July 15 | Tune-Up Party at SouthSide Works
- July 16 | Countryside Tour
- July 16 | Grand Prix Garden Party at Phipps
- July 17 | Evening of Speed at Frick Fine Arts Building
- July 18 | Schenley Park Car Show and Qualifying
- Car Show 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Vintage Races 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
- July 19 | Schenley Park Race Day
- Car Show 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Vintage Races 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Race Weekend has lots of family-friendly, automotive-themed activities. Whether you’re a car enthusiast, a spectator or just curious to know more about the event, come and spend the weekend experiencing the excitement of the races and the beauty of the landscape.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Where can I park for the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix Motorsport Festival?
Attendees can park at Flagstaff Hill. Parking fees cost $25 per vehicle and comes with wristbands for five people at most. Shuttle services are available to the event.
2. What time does the Vintage Grand Prix Motorsport start in Pittsburgh?
The Vintage Grand Prix Motorsport begin at 8:30 a.m. every day during the event and end at 5:00 p.m.
3. What is the Marque of the Year for the PVGP?
Jaguar is the 2026 Marque of the Year at the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix Motorsport Festival.
4. Who started the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix Motorsport Festival?
Art McGovern and Mary Beth Gmitter started the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix Motorsport Festival. The event was the result from dreams of seeing the city streets used as a backdrop for vintage vehicle racing.
5. Is the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix Motorsport Festival free?
A $20 weekend admission donation (ages 13+) helps cover event costs and supports our charity partners. Children 12 and under are free. Save by purchasing online for $15.
6. How many people attend the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix Motorsport Festival?
More than 100,000 visitors typically attend the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix Motorsport Festival.
A History of Charity
The PVGP began in 1983 to raise funds to help provide residential care, treatment and support for autistic and intellectually and developmentally disabled individuals in the Pittsburgh region. In the past 43 years, the PVGP Association has raised more than $7 million for their charities.
