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Road to Car Week

Aug 11 – 12, 2026

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DateTue, August 11 – Wed, August 12, 2026
LocationSonoma, CA, United States

Designed as the ultimate start to Car Week, this private, hypercar-only event blends private track time, scenic California roads, elevated hospitality, a fully coordinated police-escorted arrival into Monterey, and more.

The journey begins at Sonoma Raceway with a private half-day track program before continuing the next day down Pacific Coast Highway and over the Golden Gate Bridge, with a lunch stop at The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay and a final arrival into Monterey.

The event concludes at Portola Hotel & Spa with a private welcome reception hosted with RM Sotheby’s, placing guests directly into the energy of one of the most important collector car weeks in the world.

Event Highlights

  • Private Track Experience at Sonoma Raceway: Begin Car Week with a half-day of private track access at one of California’s most iconic raceways, including structured driving sessions and content-focused parade lap opportunities.
  • Hypercar-Only Curation: Road to Car Week is limited to approved hypercars, creating an intimate environment for some of the most impressive car collectors in the world.
  • VIP Hospitality: Guests will enjoy premium food, beverages, and hosted gathering moments throughout the two-day program.
  • Media-Captured Content: The TEN media team will document the track day, rally, scenic stops, and Monterey arrival.
  • Police-Escorted Rally to Monterey: Travel from Sonoma toward Monterey in a fully coordinated convoy with police escort, support vehicles, and route planning handled by TEN.
  • Lunch at The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay: Enjoy a coastal lunch with the group before continuing into Monterey.
  • Arrival Reception with RM Sotheby’s: Conclude the rally at Portola Hotel & Spa with a private welcome reception hosted with RM Sotheby’s in the heart of Monterey Car Week.

Accommodations & Logistics

Accommodations are not included in the Road to Car Week ticket package. Guests are responsible for booking their own lodging.

Carneros Resort and Spa will serve as the recommended hotel for guests beginning the event in Sonoma/Napa. During checkout, guests may request an introduction to the Carneros concierge team for assistance coordinating their stay.

Guests may ship their vehicles directly to Sonoma Raceway ahead of the event. Approved cars will be stored in the paddock garages with 24/7 security before the track day begins.

If you need assistance arranging enclosed transportation, The Exotics Network can connect approved guests with trusted transport providers.

To ensure a seamless rally experience, the TEN team will be available to assist with luggage transport from Sonoma to Monterey for participating guests.

RSVP Information

Road to Car Week 2026 is a private, approval-based event and is not open to the public. All RSVP requests are subject to approval due to limited capacity, vehicle curation, and the hypercar-only nature of the event.

Once approved, guests will receive the full itinerary, arrival instructions, shipping details, hotel concierge options, support vehicle information, and final rally logistics.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I bring an additional guest?
Yes. Each ticket includes access for two individuals, and additional guests may be added during checkout for an additional cost, subject to availability and approval.

Q: Can I bring more than one car?
Each ticket includes one approved hypercar. If you would like to bring an additional car, a separate car ticket is required.

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