Sunday 1st June 2025 will be a very special day in Cowes. Once again, we welcome Classic Car owners from both the Isle of Wight and beyond to display their wonderful and often unique examples of classic motoring on The Parade in the heart of Cowes. As a further attraction, there will also be a collection of historic and iconic motor vessels and yachts moored at Trinity Landing in front of The Parade and a Spitfire fly-past to the unmistakeable sound track of a Merlin engine at full throttle.

Visiting this unique automotive and maritime showcase is free of charge. 

• Over 50 classic cars on display.
• A unique collection of interesting and historic motor vessels and yachts.
• Spitfire fly-past.
• Explore the stories of each car and boat from the presentation notes displayed prominently on each entry.
• Talk to the owners and restorers.
• Vote for your favourite car and boat. There will be an award ceremony at 3.00pm.
• Further attractions are being prepared and will be unveiled soon.

The restored Motor Gunboat 81 is hoping to visitCowes Classics Day is a day to celebrate the past and revive nostalgic memories, with classic cars, yachts and motor boats on display for all to enjoy.

The event is set on and around The Parade, in front of the royal yacht clubs in Cowes, Isle of Wight, the historical home of yachting in the UK. Visitors will be able to enjoy this unique gathering of historic and interesting cars, boats and aircraft, accompanied by a support programme of activities and happenings.

Over 1,000 people visited Cowes Classics Day last year, and we expect to significantly exceed that participation this year.

This is a Red Funnel Supported Event

Red Funnel are a tremendous supporter of Cowes Classics Regatta and Cowes Classics Day and have agreed discounted tickets to visitors travelling to the event by ferry from Southampton to Cowes. The offer is £13.50 Red Jet adult day return with £6.70 for children and 15% off vehicle ferry crossings valid for 1st June 2025. Click this link to book discounted Red Funnel tickets.

Classics Day 2025 - The Awards

Various awards will be given on Classics Day including 'The People’s Choice', the Judges’ Best-in-Show  and the Judges’ Most Eclectic Car. There will also be an award for what the judges consider to be the most interesting Classic Boat. The 2024 winners are here.

Do you own a Classic Car?

If you would like to enter your classic car in the Cowes Classics Day display, you can participate for just £5 which includes a bacon roll and tea or coffee. Click here to register for the display. 

Classic Cars registered for the display

Rolls Royce 20/25

Aston Martin DB2/4

Aston Martin DB2/4

Classics on parade

Classics on parade

Ferrari 365 GTC

Ferrari 365 GTC

Pride of Jaguars

Jaguars on display