Monterey Gears up for Multiple Celebrations
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Registration for the 2026 Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion, which takes place on 12-15 August, opened in December and entry lists are filling up fast. Registration is also open for the Monterey Pre-Reunion and the Corkscrew Hillclimb, scheduled for August 8-9, marking what promises to be one of the most celebratory years in the event’s history.
This year’s celebration honours the vibrant legacy of Japanese motorsports with the feature theme, “Salute to Japanese Motorsports: A Tradition of Precision & Heritage,” highlighting the innovation, craftsmanship and racing spirit that Japanese manufacturers contributed to the history of motor sport.
The Reunion will also spotlight several landmark anniversaries and racing categories. Leading the way is the 60th anniversary of Can-Am, to be celebrated through the prestigious Bruce McLaren Trophy, which will bring together the iconic 1963–1974 Can-Am and USRRC V8 machines in a dedicated race for these high- performance legends, honouring one of the most colourful and powerful eras in North American motorsport.
The 2026 Reunion will also commemorate the 45th anniversary of the iconic IMSA Grand Touring Prototype (GTP) class with a special grid, The Hurley Haywood GTP/Group C, highlighting the groundbreaking prototypes that defined endurance racing for more than a decade.
And returning as a perennial favourite, the Historic Trans Am category once again takes its place among the weekend’s marquee attractions. Celebrating its own 60th anniversary in 2026, Trans Am brings its unmistakable sound, fierce racing, and timeless American spirit to the celebration.
“The 2026 Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion is shaping up to be one of our most historic celebrations yet,” said April Henderson, Director of the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion. “From honouring Japanese motorsports to celebrating milestone anniversaries like Can-Am’s 60th and GTP’s 45th, we’re bringing together the cars, the stories, and the people who shaped racing history. It’s a tribute to global motorsport heritage, and we can’t wait to share it with fans and participants alike.”
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