Mumbai's World Trade Centre Hosts India's Premier Vintage Car Celebration
The VCCCI Annual Vintage Car Fiesta 2026 stands as India's most prestigious gathering for classic motoring enthusiasts, bringing together an extraordinary collection of rare automobiles, passionate collectors, and dedicated restorers for three days of automotive excellence. This landmark event celebrates not just vehicles, but the rich heritage, elegance, and craftsmanship that define automotive history.
Iconic Venue and Organizers Behind the Spectacle
Held at the World Trade Centre in Cuffe Parade, Mumbai, the fiesta offers a stunning waterfront backdrop that perfectly complements the timeless beauty of historic cars. The exhibition space provides a grand, international-style setting that enhances the display of these automotive treasures.
The event is meticulously curated by the Vintage & Classic Car Club of India (VCCCI) in association with the Western India Automobile Association (WIAA). This collaboration brings decades of expertise and credibility to the event, reflecting a deep commitment to preserving India's automotive legacy for future generations.
More Than Just Cars: Stories and Heritage
The fiesta transcends mere automobile display to become a living narrative of motoring history. Each vehicle on exhibition carries unique stories of former owners, royal garages, landmark journeys, and painstaking restorations. These machines represent how automobiles have shaped lifestyles, technology, and culture across different eras, bringing alive the human stories behind the metal and machinery.
A Gathering Place for Automotive Passion
The event serves as a vital meeting ground for:
- Collectors seeking rare additions to their collections
- Restorers showcasing their meticulous craftsmanship
- Historians preserving automotive knowledge
- Enthusiasts appreciating automotive authenticity
This convergence fosters valuable knowledge exchange, discussions on conservation techniques, and appreciation for maintaining originality in vintage vehicles.
Restoration Celebrated as Art Form
One of the fiesta's highlights is its focus on restoration as an art form. The event spotlights the meticulous processes involved in bringing vintage vehicles back to their original glory, celebrating the patience, precision, and passion required to preserve history while keeping it roadworthy. This attention to detail transforms restoration from mechanical work into genuine artistry.
Family-Friendly Cultural Experience
Designed to appeal to all age groups, the fiesta combines automotive displays with engaging activities that make it an enriching cultural outing. Families, students, and first-time visitors can enjoy:
- Interactive exhibits explaining automotive history
- Educational sessions about vehicle restoration
- Cultural activities complementing the automotive theme
- Opportunities to learn about India's motoring heritage
Rare Automobiles on Exclusive Display
Visitors will witness an extraordinary lineup of vintage and classic cars and motorcycles, including:
- Rare pre-war models with historical significance
- Post-Independence automotive icons
- Vehicles seldom seen by the public
- Royal automobiles with fascinating provenance
This exclusive collection represents some of the finest examples of automotive design and engineering from different eras.
A Signature Event on Mumbai's Cultural Calendar
Scheduled from January 24 to 26, 2026, the VCCCI Annual Vintage Car Fiesta has established itself as a landmark event on Mumbai's cultural calendar. The timing during Republic Day weekend adds to its significance, attracting visitors from across India and international guests who share a passion for automotive heritage.
The event's growing popularity reflects Mumbai's position as India's cultural and commercial capital, capable of hosting world-class exhibitions that celebrate both national heritage and global automotive excellence.
