The 43rd Auto e Moto d'Epoca—the fourth since the event moved from Padua to Bologna—will take place from October 22 to 25, 2026. With more than 235,000 square meters of exhibition space, 14 halls, more than 5,000 vehicles, and visitors from 40 countries, Auto e Moto d’Epoca has become one of Europe’s leading international events for collectors, dealers, automakers, museums, clubs, and industry professionals.
Wide Range
Despite—or, as some say, because of—the move from the more tranquil Padua to the larger city of Bologna. “In recent years, Auto e Moto d’Epoca has grown steadily and become the European benchmark for the industry,” says Luciano Rizzi, CEO of Intermeeting. Not only the wide range of brands and models, but also the special exhibitions demonstrate the trade show organizer’s commitment. The 2026 debut of “Icons of Speed” is eagerly anticipated.
Icons of Speed
Confirmed vehicles include motorsport icons such as the Bentley EXP Speed 8, which finished third overall at the 2001 24 Hours of Le Mans; the Sauber C9, 1989 World Endurance Champion and Le Mans winner; and the Porsche 956 Rothmans, one of the defining cars of the Group C era. All three models come from the “National Automuseum – The Loh Collection.” Also on display are a Lancia LC2, which competed for top positions in the World Endurance Championship in the 1980s; the Maserati MC12 Corsa; and the extremely rare Bugatti EB110 Le Mans.
Plus Group B
The exhibition takes visitors on a journey through more than half a century of endurance racing—from the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans to iconic races such as the Nürburgring, Monza, and Daytona, all the way to the modern FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC). The exhibition highlights the role of endurance racing as a laboratory for innovation, where reliability, performance, and technological research have redefined the boundaries of design. Visitors can also look forward to a special treat: an exhibition featuring the legendary Group B cars.
Honda Classic and Custom Bikes
In addition to the return of Honda Classic, the 2026 show will introduce Prestige Bikes, a new section dedicated to motorcycles from private collections. In Hall 31, the show will showcase models with exceptional historical, technical, and collector’s value—an exclusive setting for enthusiasts and collectors of two-wheeled vehicles. The Italian Custom Bike Show will also take place for the second year in a row. The motorcycles will compete in various categories, ranging from café racers and scramblers to baggers and freestyle.
Time on Show
Once again, there will be a large spare parts market—one of the most sought-after and popular sections of Auto e Moto d’Epoca. Also on display will be model cars, memorabilia, and automobilia. Time on Show, the leading event for vintage and collector’s watches organized by BolognaFiere in the Gallery Hall, will also take place once again. “Every edition of Auto e Moto d’Epoca must offer the public something new that surprises and showcases historic mobility from ever-changing perspectives,” confirms Mario Carlo Baccaglini, President of Intermeeting.
