
Event Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Charlotte AutoFair is held at Charlotte Motor Speedway – located near Interstate 85 at Exit 49 on US Highway 29. The GPS location is 5555 Concord Pkwy S, Concord, NC 28027
Gates open to the public at 8:00 AM.
Gates open for Vendors at 7:00 AM each day Thursday through Saturday.
Charlotte AutoFair runs Thursday, Friday and Saturday
Wednesday is Vendor Setup Day, and is not open to the public.
Flea Market sales may continue until sundown – the public is not required to leave when ticket sales stop. Vendors may come and go as needed and many will not be available all day on Saturday.
Event Programs are available from the Hornets Nest Region AACA Official Tent, at the Entry Gates, or in the Registration Tents each morning Thursday-Friday-Saturday until about 10:00 AM.
AACA Southeastern Spring Nationals Meet Car Show is held during Charlotte AutoFair every Spring. Each event schedules Collector Cars that begin arriving at 7:00 AM; judging starts at 11:00 AM. Spring Awards will be made at the AACA Banquet held at the AACA Tent adjacent to the Show Field
Pre-registered, original or restored to original vehicles only, are allowed at each event. Spring registrations are made through the National AACA Office in Hershey, PA (717-534-1910) and everyone showing a vehicle must be a member of National AACA. These car shows are on pavement.
The AACA Youth Program takes place on Saturday during the Spring Charlotte AutoFair. Young people of Scouting age are welcome to learn about cars and their parts.
In the spring, many other car shows are on display in the Start-Finish Line area, Pit Road area, and Concourse area – consult the Charlotte AutoFair Program for locations.
Yes. Admission and Parking fees are collected by Charlotte Motor Speedway.
Food and beverages are available from various food vendors on the grounds.

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