Africa Concours d'Elegance Kenya

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Arts & CultureNairobi
DatesDates TBA · Usually SeptemberCheck locally before booking
DurationAnnualEstimate from available data
Crowd-About 10,000 people
Best forPerformance, exhibitionsFull continental recognition status for both
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: KES
CategoryArts & CultureFestival type
The story

Africa Concours d'Elegance Kenya in Nairobi

A classic and vintage car and motorcycle showcase held on the last Sunday of September at the Nairobi Racecourse grounds, organized by the Alfa Romeo Owners Club and now in its 53rd annual edition. Drawing more than ten thousand attendees, the concours judges roughly seventy classic cars and forty motorcycles under Kenya Motor Sport Federation regulations, spanning vehicles from a 1934 Fiat to a 1972 Jaguar E-Type, alongside a strong fashion dimension among attendees.

The Africa Concours d'Elegance is a classic and vintage car and motorcycle showcase held annually on the last Sunday of September at the Nairobi Racecourse grounds, organized by the Alfa Romeo Owners Club and open to entrants across all vehicle makes rather than restricted to any single manufacturer despite its organizing club's namesake brand.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

Full continental recognition status for both cars and motorcycles, including official FIM-Africa sanctioning since 2006, gives this concours genuine international motorsport-federation credibility rarely matched by classic car shows elsewhere on the continent, drawing entrants from countries as far afield as Argentina, Mexico and Germany

02

The mystery stays covered

Its dual identity as both a serious vehicle-judging competition and a significant fashion occasion, where attendees deliberately dress to impress, gives the day a distinctive social dimension beyond pure automotive spectacle

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

The judged parade of classic cars and motorcycles under Kenya Motor Sport Federation regulations

Water and renewal

Living ritual

the children's entertainment area

The sacred route

Living ritual

and the event's strong fashion culture are consistent recurring features of the concours each September

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually September

Getting around

For Africa Concours d'Elegance Kenya, plan transport around the exact Nairobi venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.

What to wear

Smart, stylish attire is genuinely part of the Concours experience, with many attendees treating the day as a fashion occasion; comfortable shoes still help for walking around the extensive...

Safety

Keep photography restrained at Africa Concours d'Elegance Kenya; give people room and treat community moments as more than scenery.

Where to stay

For Africa Concours d'Elegance Kenya, stay near the part of Nairobi you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

Tickets/cost

Check official or local sources for ticketed areas, paid stands, and same-year access rules.

Language/currency

KES

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map1.28 S, 36.82 EOpen in Google Maps

Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya

Nearest airportNBO — Jomo Kenyatta
TransportFor Africa Concours d'Elegance Kenya, plan transport around the exact Nairobi venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.
Stay areaFor Africa Concours d'Elegance Kenya, stay near the part of Nairobi you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

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How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Nairobi via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Nairobi, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for September.Compare faresFestival gearSmart, stylish attire is genuinely part of the Concours experience, with many attendees treating the day as a fashion occasion; comfortable shoes still help for walking around the extensive vehicle displays at the racecourse grounds.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for Kenya and apply online.Check entry rulesTravel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Africa Concours d'Elegance Kenya?

Africa Concours d'Elegance Kenya is listed for September. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Africa Concours d'Elegance Kenya take place?

The festival is listed in Nairobi, Kenya. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

Annual is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya

Is it family friendly?

unknown

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About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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Official URLconcourskenya.com
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Listed datesDates TBA · Usually September
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