The 13th Annual Autolawn Euro Classic Car Show returns to the SALT Block in Hickory on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The outdoor event is free for spectators and takes place on the North Lawn at Hickory Museum of Art.
Autolawn brings a curated collection of European classic cars together in a relaxed setting. Visitors can view the cars up close and vote for their favorite. The event also includes live music, food, a beer garden, an awards ceremony, children's art activities and access to the museum's exhibitions.
Event details
- Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
- Time: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Location: SALT Block North Lawn at Hickory Museum of Art
- Address: 243 Third Avenue NE, Hickory, NC 28601
- Spectator admission: Free
- Weather policy: Rain or shine
What visitors can expect
Autolawn is designed as an intimate show rather than a large conventional car exhibition. The field is limited, allowing visitors to spend time with a varied selection of original European vehicles without the pressure of a formal concours event.
Car registration for 2026 is full, but spectators do not need to register. Guests may walk through the display, cast a vote for their favorite vehicle and stay for the awards ceremony. Food, live music and family art activities make the event accessible even for visitors who are not dedicated car enthusiasts.
Proceeds generated through the event support Hickory Museum of Art's educational programming.
Parking and arrival
The museum advises visitors to follow event attendants and signs directing traffic to available parking near the SALT Block. Drivers arriving from Interstate 40 can use Exit 125 toward Hickory and Lenoir-Rhyne University, continue north on Lenoir-Rhyne Boulevard, and follow the museum's posted event directions toward Third Avenue NE.
Because the event is outdoors and scheduled rain or shine, check the forecast and dress for the conditions. Arriving earlier in the day should provide more time to see the complete display, visit the museum and enjoy the other activities before the 3 p.m. close.
Why Autolawn belongs on the Hickory calendar
Autolawn combines automobiles, art and community activity in one of Hickory's most recognizable cultural settings. It also gives residents and visitors another reason to spend time around the SALT Block and explore the organizations based there.
Osborne Real Estate Group shares local events and community resources because understanding Hickory involves more than comparing houses. The events, institutions and gathering places around the city are part of the experience of living here.
Before attending, review the official Autolawn page for any last-minute updates. Then visit the Osborne Real Estate Group website for more Hickory event guides and local information.
