Car Week Events in Carmel-by-the-Sea

This year Car Week is from Friday, August 8 through Sunday, August 17. The Monterey County Convention and Visitors Bureau has created a guide and interactive map of all Car Week events, road closures, etc, useful for everyone looking to attend the events or avoid traffic impacts. 

Traffic calming measures will be in place in the evenings in the Carmel-by-the-Sea commercial district. 

FREE PARKING AND SHUTTLE TO DOWNTOWN CARMEL

If you are visiting Carmel, please be aware that there is incredibly limited parking. Skip the circling and take advantage of the City’s free parking and shuttles. This year there will be a free parking and shuttles from Larsen Field on Rio Road to downtown Carmel 

• Free parking at Larsen Field on Rio Road
• Shuttles will be active Tues. 08/12, Wed. 08/13, and Thurs. 08/14 of Car Week from 9am-9pm;
• Shuttles will run every 10 min. from Larsen Field to Carmel Plaza located on the corner of Ocean Ave. and Junipero St. 

Paid parking in the central business district is available at the Carmel Plaza Parking Garage on Mission Street just north of 7th Avenue.

Limited parking is also available at: 

• Vista Lobos public parking lot at 3rd Avenue and Torres Street.
• Center-median curb spaces on Junipero Avenue between 5th and 3rd Avenues.
• All streets surrounding the central business district.
• Sunset Center North Lot on 8th Avenue between Mission and San Carlos (Except some days during Car Week).

Concours for a Cause

Tuesday, August 12  |  10am-4pm. Ocean Avenue between Junipero to Dolores Streets. Discover a vintage voyage of classic cars paired with international cuisine, cultural celebrations, and local artists for an epic experience.

Astons on the Avenue

Wednesday, August 13  |  11am-4pm Ocean Avenue between Monte Verde and Dolores Streets. This event showcases a stunning lineup of locally owned Aston Martins, celebrating the legacy of craftsmanship and performance. 

Prancing Ponies on Ocean Avenue

Thursday, August 14  |  10am-4pm Ocean Avenue between Junipero and Dolores Streets. The only all women’s car show where all car models can participate and is a fundraiser for Prancing Ponies Foundation “Creating Women Leaders One Girl at a Time.”

Ferrari Owners Club Concorso Carmel

Thursday, August 14  |  7am-4:30pm Ocean Avenue and Dolores Street. A festive atmosphere of Ferraris and Italian motorcycles on an expanded layout including four blocks with music, strolling mic, owner and guest interviews, plus awards presentations.

TRAFFIC IMPACTS

Heavy traffic in and around Carmel-by-the-Sea is expected for the entire week. The City is encouraging the use of Carpenter Street and Rio Road to enter and exit the City.

• Sign up to receive safety messages and text updates related to Car Week by texting “CARWEEK” to 65513.
• Visit Monterey County’s Current Traffic Advisories and Closures.
• Social media hashtag #MontereyCarWeek will be used to communicate social public safety information.
• Locals who are scheduling appointments and conducting regular business during this week are reminded to be aware of the increased traffic levels and schedule accordingly. 
• Construction parking permits will not be issued during Car Week.