The numbers alone are impressive: From October 9 to 11, 2026, more than 4,000 dealers and private sellers exhibited on up to 280,000 square meters—equivalent to four soccer fields —more than 500 vehicles, several thousand two-wheelers, and tens of thousands of replacement parts.
The booths stretched over more than 26 kilometers, with more than 40,000 visitors streaming through—according to estimates; the press release merely referred to a “positive outcome.” Either way, the Veterama Fall Fair—Ludwigshafen always hosts the spring edition—remains the largest classic car and parts market in Europe.
Dealers and buyers from all over Europe
Thus, even in its sixth decade of existence, Veterama continues to contribute to the preservation of this rolling cultural heritage, which would no longer be operational without replacement parts. And that also explains why dealers, visitors, restorers, collectors, and specialty shops from all over Europe travel to Mannheim.
Fall Weather and Live Music
Mostly pleasant fall weather with occasional rain showers made for ideal conditions for exploring the sprawling outdoor grounds and the 15,000 square meters of indoor space in the halls. There, attendees browsed, negotiated, and exchanged trade secrets. On Saturday evening, the band FRESH performed—in addition to the trade aspect, the organizer emphasized the sense of community within the car enthusiast scene. Upcoming dates: Hockenheim from April 16–18, 2027, and Mannheim from October 8–10, 2027.
