2026 Exposition of Elegance: Classic Cars & Motorcycles at Cheekwood - Cheekwood
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Cruise into Cheekwood and stroll among impeccably maintained classic cars and vintage motorcycles from the early to mid-20th century during this dazzling two-day event. Elegant cars from a bygone era shine against the backdrop of Cheekwood’s lush gardens before the weekend culminates with an 11-mile Tour d’Elegance through the city streets of Belle Meade. Highlights include a 1922 Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost, a 1938 Packard Twelve Coupe Roadster, and a 1955 Austin‑Healey 100M.

Enjoy era-specific tunes, grab a drink from our bar stations, and enjoy tasty bites from the city’s favorite food trucks. With informational car talks and lectures, hands-on activities for kids, and our blockbuster America the Beautiful TRAINS exhibition, there’s something for everyone. Bring the whole family and make it a Father’s Day weekend to remember.

Cruise into Cheekwood and stroll among impeccably maintained classic cars and vintage motorcycles from the early to mid-20th century during this dazzling two-day event. Elegant cars from a bygone era shine against the backdrop of Cheekwood’s lush gardens before the weekend culminates with an 11-mile Tour d’Elegance through the city streets of Belle Meade. Highlights include a 1922 Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost, a 1938 Packard Twelve Coupe Roadster, and a 1955 Austin‑Healey 100M.

Enjoy era-specific tunes, grab a drink from our bar stations, and enjoy tasty bites from the city’s favorite food trucks. With informational car talks and lectures, hands-on activities for kids, and our blockbuster America the Beautiful TRAINS exhibition, there’s something for everyone. Bring the whole family and make it a Father’s Day weekend to remember.

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Sponsored by
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With special thanks to
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Explore the Cars of 2026 Exposition of Elegance

Schedule of Events


Saturday

9 AM – 4 PM | Food Trucks | Beer Garden
9 AM – 4 PM | Café 29 Open | Frist Learning Center
10 AM | Classic Car Chronicles with Barry Stowe | Car # 13 and Car #16
10 AM – 11:30 AM | Nashville Jazz Orchestra performance | Arboretum Lawn Stage
10 AM – 2 PM | Family Car Activity | Arboretum Lawn
11 AM | Two Wheel Tales with Myke Schwartz | Massey Auditorium in Botanic Hall
12 – 2 PM | Classic Cruisers performance | Arboretum Lawn Stage
2 PM | Classic Car Chronicles with Crispin & John Menefee | Car #2 and Car #14
3 PM | Two Wheel Tales with Somer Hooker | Massey Auditorium in Botanic Hall

Sunday

9 AM – 4 PM | Food Trucks | Beer Garden
9 AM – 4 PM | Café 29 Open | Frist Learning Center
10 AM | Classic Car Chronicles with Craig Pearson | Car #8
10 AM – 11:30 AM | Nashville Jazz Orchestra performance | Arboretum Lawn Stage
10 AM – 2 PM | Family Car Activity | Arboretum Lawn
11 AM | Two Wheel Tales with Gary Sanford | Massey Auditorium in Botanic Hall
12 – 2 PM | Classic Cruisers performance | Arboretum Lawn Stage
2 PM | Classic Car Chronicles with Amy & David Nau | Car #5 and Car #7
2:30 PM | Two Wheel Tales with Michael Fair | Massey Auditorium in Botanic Hall
3:30 PM | Cars and Motorcycles assemble for the Tour d’Elegance
4 PM | Cars and Motorcycles depart for Tour d’Elegance

Reserve Tickets

Gardens Only Gardens + Mansion
Adults $24 $29
Youth (3-17) $17 $22
Ages 2 & Under FREE FREE
Members Adult  $14  $16
Members Youth  $12  $14

A $2 service fee will be added to all paid transactions.
Non-Members: $5 per order parking fee


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Sponsored by
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