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Watkins Glen Grand Prix Festival

Since 1993, the Grand Prix Festival of Watkins Glen is a street festival in September celebrating our heritage of motor racing.

Since 1993, the Grand Prix Festival of Watkins Glen presented by Chemung Canal Trust Company has celebrated our heritage of motor racing. Last year, an estimated 20,000 spectators helped us celebrate. As in previous years, a tribute to the Grand Prix races are featured in a variety of events during this all day festival. Events include the Walk of Fame award ceremony, a historical lecture called T

he Legends Speak, a pre-race Tech Inspection at Smalley's Garage, and a judged automobile show, the The Chemung Canal Trust Company Concours d'Elegance. The featured highlight of the Festival is a tribute to the original Grand Prix races using the original 6.6 mile road course. Always a crowd pleaser, the Watkins Glen Grand Prix Tribute is designed to recreate the ambiance of the 1948-52 Watkins Glen street races. The race tribute is open to selected Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) cars participating in the The Glenora Wine Cellars U.S. Vintage Grand Prix presented by Welliver races held at the nearby Watkins Glen International race course on the same weekend as the festival.

05/05/2026

Thanks John Kucko Digital for highlighting a piece of our Village's rich racing history! This is where the term "Stone Bridge Drivers" comes from for all of our events.🏁

04/29/2026

The 2026 Grand Ramble is just around the corner on Saturday, May 30th, and we want YOU there!🏁

We are officially nearing capacity, so grab your spot sooner rather than later!

⚠️ Deadline to register: Friday, May 15th

Secure your spot and register today:
👉 https://pci.jotform.com/form/251905436924158

03/30/2026

We have a NEW event this year!🏁
Datsun Sport, Sedan & Trucks at Watkins Glen: Calling all Datsuns! 2026 is your year to join in the fun at the Grand Prix Festival. Park your Datsun with others right in the heart of downtown. Registration is $50 and includes downtown parking and Historic Grand Prix Circuit Laps.

Secure your spot today: https://pci.jotform.com/form/251905436924158

02/05/2026

The 2026 Grand Ramble is now open! Saturday, May 30🏁

The road is calling! We are officially moving full speed ahead with the Grand Ramble on May 30, and we couldn’t be more excited to get back out there.

We are also proud to announce that Scale House Brewery has joined us as a sponsor for this year’s event! It’s the support of local favorites like Scale House that keeps these traditions rolling.

Registrations are already rolling in, don't wait to secure your spot!

Register for the Ramble here: https://pci.jotform.com/form/251905436924158

01/22/2026

We have officially sold out three Grand Prix Festival events!🏁
The Glenora Run Road Rallye, Ryan William Vineyards Founders' Tour, and Community Bank Concorso. We are closing in on a few others, so register today!

🔗Click here to secure your spot: https://pci.jotform.com/form/251905436924158

12/22/2025

📢Corvette: Thunder in the Glen Update

The Friday evening Meet & Greet is officially SOLD OUT. But don't worry, we still have a spot for you on Saturday!

The Classic Pass secures your spot on Franklin Street to showcase your Corvette. Want more? The Premium Pass includes a display space plus laps around both the Original Grand Prix Circuit and the Watkins Glen International track! Don’t miss out—sign up at vettefest.org before more events sell out! 🏎️

12/15/2025

Don't wait!🚨 If you have been thinking about signing up for the 2026 Grand Prix Festival—the time is now! Our events have been filling at a record pace and these three are just about full.

-Glenora Run Road Rallye
-Ryan William Vineyard Founders' Tour
-Community Bank Concorso Speciale

If you miss out on one of these three, please feel free to reach out; we can guide you to another fitting event. 🔗Sign up for all Grand Prix Festival events here: https://pci.jotform.com/form/251905436924158

11/14/2025

Get in on the action!🏁

Donate today until 6pm to help support our annual festivals.

Donate here: https://mtyc.co/hwn0qf

10/17/2025

Today is the day!🎉

Registration is officially OPEN for the 33rd Annual Watkins Glen Grand Prix Festival! On Friday, September 11th we will be celebrating the 2026 featured marque, Camaros & Firebirds.🏁

We are already filling up faster than ever, so secure your spot TODAY! Follow this link for easy, online registration that will hold your space immediately.
🔗https://pci.jotform.com/form/251905436924158

For more festival information, visit our website www.grandprixfestival.com and dive deep into the racing history of Watkins Glen and what it means to be a part of this iconic event.

Spread the word to your fellow car enthusiasts because we have never seen a response like this before. Some events will definitely be sold out before the year is out, so act fast!🏎

Can't wait to see you next September!🏁

10/01/2025

Check out our sister festival, Corvette: Thunder in the Glen!🏁

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http://www.grandprixfestival.com/

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