Rev Up Your Visit: The Top Car Shows & Events on Florida’s Paradise Coast
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Cars on fifth
Held on a Saturday each February along 5th Avenue South, this event is more than a concours-style car show; it’s a cultural happening. Organized by the Naples chapter of the Ferrari Club of America, Cars on 5th showcases more than 400 astonishing vehicles lining downtown’s most beautiful street. They include late-model supercars from Ferrari, Bugatti, Lamborghini and McLaren; a multitude of classic Porsches; luxury brands such as Bentley and Rolls Royce; along with American muscle cars — Corvettes, Mustangs, Cobras, Vipers and more. Cars on 5th also features ancillary events like the Naples Motorcar Auction, held at Ultimate Garages, a 5-star rated storage facility for exotic cars not far from downtown. General admission is $40 ($10 for kids), and VIP packages are available. Cars on 5th is nothing short of an automotive extravaganza!
marco island kiwanis car show
This family-friendly gathering takes place each February at Veterans Community Park on Marco Island. Visitors can expect to see more than 250 amazing vehicles, including exotic sports cars, American muscle cars, custom hot rods, vintage European classics, rare antiques and more. Many of the owners are on hand and eager to discuss their prized wheels with passersby. The event also includes live music, food and drink vendors, and children’s activities. Admission is a family-friendly $10 (free for kids). The Marco Island Kiwanis Car Show is capped off with the cars making an exit procession.
naples aaca antique depot show
Hosted by the Naples‑Marco Region of the Antique Automobile Club of America, and usually held in March, this event features vehicles at least 25 years old, mostly unmodified, with some of them dating back to the early 20th Century. The show, which debuted in 1990, was long held on the grounds of the Naples Depot Museum at the junction of 5th Avenue South and Tamiami Trail. Because of the facility’s temporary closure due to hurricane damage, in 2025 it moved to North Naples Church (six miles north of downtown), where it’s scheduled to be held in ’26. The AACA of Naples hopes to return to the Depot once renovations are complete. This show allows you to take a vivid trip through automotive history. For admission, the Club requests a modest $10 donation.
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Cars and Coffee 239
Held on the third Sunday of every month, this is the most popular and heavily attended regular car event on Florida’s Paradise Coast. Mercato, an upscale shopping and dining destination in North Naples, makes space for row after row of remarkable automobiles of every conceivable make, model, age and style. You’ll see vintage sedans, muscle cars, sports cars, supercars, customs, hot rods, even low riders. Expect to see around 400 automobiles, shined up and ready for the moment. Feel free to show off your own set of wheels — no fee or registration required. You can grab a coffee and snack at Narrative Coffee Roasters. Cars and Coffee 239 (the Paradise Coast area code, by the way) is a car enthusiast’s dream.
Supercars and Espresso
If you love admiring sleek Ferraris, McLarens, Porsches and — of course — Lamborghinis, as well as other exotic cars that go really, really fast, you don’t want to miss this monthly event, held at Lamborghini Naples. The dealership, located just four miles southeast of downtown, hosts Supercars and Espresso on the second Saturday of each month (10 a.m. to noon). It’s free and open to the public. You’re welcome to display your own supercar, although you do have to pre-register. Supercars and Espresso is only open to luxury sports cars, exotic cars and supercars.
Evenings on 5th—Powered by Porsche Naples
Presented by Everglades Region Porsche Club of America, this gathering, held on the second Thursday of every month, turns a part of 5th Avenue South into “Porsche Plaza,” showcasing the iconic German brand’s models, both vintage and modern. Evenings on 5th includes live music, and afterward a lot of attendees adjourn to the many upscale restaurants closeby.
Marco Island Cruise-Ins
The Marco Island Corvette and Muscle Car club showcases members’ cars on Saturday mornings at Marco Lutheran Church. Visitors get a full dose of ‘Vette history, along with an eyeful of classic mid-century Mustangs, Camaros, Dusters and other powerful rides. This casual event is free, and a great way to spend quality time with other Corvette and American muscle enthusiasts. You’re welcome to show up and show off your own ride. There’s no registration.
Cool Cruiser Cruise-Ins
The 300-member Cool Cruisers of Southwest Florida club holds a cruise-in event on Saturdays, displaying vintage cars of all types, mostly American-made. The free gathering is held at Stock Plaza about 10 miles southwest of downtown Naples.