Concours d'Elegance is a French phrase that means "competition of elegance" and connotes a prestigious competition where cars are judged.
Concours d'Elegance at Copshaholm
Scheduled for July 12, 2025, the Concours d'Elegance at Copshaholm is one of the premier car shows in the Midwest and a can't-miss South Bend event.
Get ready for this year's edition of the Concours with our comprehensive guide.
Schedule of Events
Taking place Saturday, July 12, the Concours d'Elegance is an action-packed, one-day event. Plan for your visit with this schedule:
- 10 a.m. - Concours and Museum Campus opens to the public
- 11 a.m. - Copshaholm (The Oliver Mansion) opens to the public
- 2:30 p.m. - Pass-in-Review & Awards Presentation begins
- 4 p.m. - Concours closes
- 5 p.m. - Museum campus closes
FAQ: Concours d'Elegance at Copshaholm
Although the field itself varies year to year, vehicles displayed at a Concours are of the highest quality in their class. Condition of the vehicle is very important and should be to the highest standard.
The Concours d'Elegance at Copshaholm started in 2018 and has taken place every year since.
Also known as the Oliver Mansion, Copshaholm is a 38-room historic mansion built in 1895-96 by South Bend industrialist J.D. Oliver. The Concours d'Elegance takes place on the lawn and gardens around the mansion, which is also open for tours during the event.
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