If you’ve ever wanted to see downtown Naples transform into a rolling showcase of the world’s most desirable automobiles, this is your date to circle. Cars on 5th is set for Saturday, February 7, 2026 (10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.), bringing supercars, exotics, classics, and high-performance icons back to the heart of the city.
Hosted as part of the duPont REGISTRY Group’s growing global events portfolio, Cars on 5th blends concours-level eye candy with a true street-festival energy. It is truly an all-day experience that’s become a signature winter draw for collectors, enthusiasts, and luxury-lifestyle insiders.
Just as important: Cars on 5th keeps its philanthropic roots front and center, with Naples Automotive Experience raising funds for Habitat for Humanity of Collier County, supporting the mission of making safe, affordable homeownership possible for local families in one of the most challenging housing markets in the nation. Beyond the dollars raised, the partnership helps bring greater awareness to the region’s urgent housing needs.
Adding another layer to the experience, Cars on 5th will also feature an automotive film pop-up, created in collaboration with Petrolicious and Revs Institute. This will be a curated spotlight on the art of vehicle restoration, celebrating the craftsmanship, patience, and preservation work that keep historically significant cars alive for future generations.
What to Expect on Fifth Avenue
The official event site tees up a massive day downtown: 750+ cars spanning rare, exotic, and domestic machinery, with attendance in the tens of thousands. And while the cars are the headline, the vibe is the real hook. Fifth Avenue will be lined with curated displays, photo-worthy moments everywhere you turn, and the kind of crowd that appreciates provenance, spec sheets, and the stories behind the builds.
Tickets: General Admission, VIP, and the Patron Experience
Cars on 5th is built to be experienced at different levels—and if you’re doing it right, you’ll want to know the top tiers.
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VIP Tickets: VIP access is designed for guests who want more than a quick walk-through—think elevated viewing, premium hospitality, and a more comfortable “home base” to take the day in. (VIP is the move if you want to slow down, stay hydrated, and actually enjoy the show instead of sprinting it.)
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Patron Tickets: This is the all-access play. Patron tickets are positioned as the ultimate way to experience the event, with access to all show areas, including VIP, and availability that’s typically more limited than standard options.
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Jet Port Reception: The weekend doesn’t start on Saturday—it starts the night before. The Jet Port Reception (hosted at Naples Airport) is promoted as a key part of the Cars on 5th experience, taking place on Friday, February 6, at 6:00 p.m.
Ticketing and entry options are centralized through the official ticket portal.
The duPont REGISTRY Village: Live Auction Energy, Porsche-Only Heat
One of the biggest “don’t miss” moments for 2026 is happening inside the duPont REGISTRY Village: duPont REGISTRY Live will be hosting a live auction of five cars on-site, and it’s a seriously focused lineup for Porsche people.
Here are the five auction cars scheduled for the Village:
2025 Porsche GT3 RS (PTS Turquoise Blue) — ~25 miles, Weissach Package, Magnesium Wheels, Carbon Bucket Seats
2018 Porsche GT2 RS (White) — ~1,575 miles, Weissach Package, PCCBs, Carbon Bucket Seats, Magnesium Wheels
2024 Porsche 911 S/T (Ice Grey Metallic) — ~290 miles, 6-speed manual, Heritage Design Package, Classic Cognac interior
2024 Porsche GT3 Touring — ~1,390 miles, 6-speed manual, PCCBs, Carbon fiber roof, Carbon bucket seats
1991 Porsche 911 Turbo (Factory Maritime Blue) — ~50,000 miles, 5-speed manual, Turbocharged 3.3-liter Flat 6, Factory Limited Slip Differential
Whether you’re bidding or just watching it unfold, a live auction brings a different kind of electricity, especially with modern RS halo cars, a manual S/T, and an air-cooled Turbo anchoring the mix.
Why Cars on 5th Belongs on Your 2026 Calendar
Cars on 5th is a one-day, downtown takeover where the venue is as iconic as the machinery. Between the VIP and Patron tiers, the Friday-night Jet Port Reception, and the live auction in the duPont REGISTRY Village, 2026 is shaping up to be the most complete Cars on 5th experience yet.
If you want the full-fat version of the event, start with VIP or go straight to Patron, and build your weekend around the Reception + Concours day.
