2020 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance canceled

PEBBLE BEACH, Calif. (KION)

The 2020 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance is the latest major Central Coast event to be canceled during the COVID-19 pandemic.

In a post on the Concours website Wednesday night, they say they had to cancel the 2020 event, scheduled for August 16, because on ongoing health concerns for entrants, judges, volunteers and guests.

“Many of our entrants have been working on a special car for years, and this was to be their moment, said Concours Chairman Sandra Button." Some of our overseas entrants were nearing the point of putting their cars on boats and planes, and their own travel arrangements have long been made. The same is true for many of our international cadre of judges.”

In fact, the release says the car selection process for this 70th year of the event was just completed. Entrants were notified of their acceptance earlier this month - with the message that their cars were invited to appear even if the event is delayed.

The 70th Pebble Beach Concours is now scheduled to take place on Sunday, August 15, 2021. 

“This event does more than celebrate great cars; it benefits so many people in need. Ultimately, the continued health and safety of everyone associated with the Concours is our number one priority, which led us to this difficult decision.  We recognize that cancelling the 2020 Event will be disappointing to many, although we are confident it is appropriate under these unique circumstances," said Company CEO William L. Perocchi.

The cancellation notice goes on to say that "Features will remain as planned, with a display of past Best of Show winners along the edge of Stillwater Cove, and special classes focusing on Pininfarina coachwork, Porsche 917, Talbot-Lago Grand Sport, Miller racing, Iso, Early Electrics and the Carrera Panamericana."

You can request a ticket refund at info@pebblebeachconcours.net, however, tickets for the 2020 event will be valid for the new date in 2021.