Registration for the 2026 Concours is now open on Motorsportreg.com at 2026 NER Concours. It will be held on Sunday September 13, 2026, from 10AM to 4PM.
As many of you know, NER has traditionally held its annual Concours in Newport, Rhode Island, on the Saturday of Audrain Week. Earlier this spring, the 2026 Concours Committee made the decision to relocate the event for two primary reasons:
- Audrain is introducing its own Concours on the same Saturday morning, and the committee felt that hosting our event simultaneously would not be in the best interest of either event.
- For the past several years, our venue has been The Elms. However, The Elms is undergoing extensive renovations throughout 2026 and will not be available. The alternate location offered was a considerable walking distance from the center of Audrain activities.
As always, the Concours Committee is made up entirely of volunteers who generously balance their time with work, family, and other commitments. After exploring a number of options, we believe we have found an outstanding new venue for the 2026 Concours at Westport Rivers Vineyard & Winery in Westport, Massachusetts.
This location offers several advantages that simplify event logistics while providing an enhanced experience for participants and guests, including:
- Two food trucks offering a wide variety of menu options.
- Ample seating and tables where attendees can relax, enjoy lunch, and listen to live music throughout the day. It’s also a great setting for family members who may wish to join you.
- Wine tastings are available on-site.
- Westport Rivers wines and local craft beers are available for purchase by the glass, with bottles of wine also available for those interested.
- A dedicated spectator parking area.
- A long private entrance driveway that minimizes interruptions from public traffic.
This year’s Concours will feature “The Years in Decades” People’s Choice judging only. It will be a fun day with music, great scenery, food and beverages of all kinds.
Looking ahead, the continued success of our Concours depends on volunteers. The Concours Committee is actively seeking volunteers to assist in parking, provide guidance on traditional Concours judging and the tally of votes. If you are interested in serving as a judge, please contact Emma Johnson, Concours Chair, at [email protected].
We appreciate your understanding and continued support, and we look forward to seeing you in Westport.