EVENTS
Avants Social Hour
Avants social hours are back! Join us each month for a casual hangout full of cool cars and tasty beverages. For this month’s social hour, we’re headed to Postdoc Brewing in Redmond.
Avants at the 2026 Oregon International Auto Show
Avants invites you to experience another captivating display of vehicles from around the Portland area. This exhibit will be featured at the Oregon International Auto Show, February 19th - 22nd, at the Oregon Convention Center.
Avants Track Day with Pro Autosports
Join us for an Avants Track Day at Podium Club on Saturday, February 21st. This is a fully coached HPDE event with groups from Beginner to Advanced.
Avants Dyno Day at Carb Connection
Join us for another Avants Dyno Day at Carb Connection in Kirkland on Saturday, February 21st.
Avants - Kicking Tires w/ Discount Tire
We’re rolling back into Discount Tire… let’s kick some tires! Join us on Sunday, February 22nd as we hang out with our friends at Discount Tire in Scottsdale. Bring your ride and help us celebrate our growing partnership.
Off The Grid
Calling all adventure rigs! Safari 911’s, lifted Crosstreks, built Land Cruisers, etc., We have a special day just for you. Join us on Saturday, February 28th at Porsche Seattle North for the third annual Off The Grid — a celebration of vehicles built for adventure and exploration.
Autocross at Portland International Raceway
Join us for the autocross season opener with Bridge City Autosports on Sunday, March 1st at Portland International Raceway.
Avants Private Collection Tour
Save the date! Avants members have been invited to a special private collection tour that features some extremely rare vehicles. More details coming soon.
Avants at San Diego Cars and Coffee
Join us on Saturday, March 7th as we celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the largest Cars & Coffee gathering in San Diego, proudly presented by Elite Finish!
Avants Tour - Finn's Restoration & Custom Garage
Join us as welcome Finn’s Restoration as a new Avants partner and get to see what’s in the works at their new location in Salem, OR for a private tour!
Avants Off-Road Women's Day
Save the date for our fifth annual Avants Off-Road Women’s Day! This is a great opportunity to meet fellow off-roaders, learn some new skills and have some fun out on the course!
Avants Track Day at The Ridge
Join us for an Avants Track Day at The Ridge Motorsports Park on Sunday, March 15th. This is a fully coached HPDE event with groups from Beginner to Advanced.
Avants Summit: Online Auctions
To celebrate our new partnership with Cars and Bids, Avants will be conducting a summit focusing on the ins/outs of online car auctions.
Autocross at Portland International Raceway
Join us for the autocross season opener with Bridge City Autosports on Sunday, March 28th at Portland International Raceway.
Wagonfest Scottsdale
Get ready Arizona! The largest gathering of grocery getters in the universe is coming to FCP Euro in Mesa on Saturday, March 28th!
Avants Autocross - Women's Day
Join us on Sunday, March 29th at Sanderson Field for our first autocross driving experience of the season with Bridge City Autosports! In honor of Women’s Month, the day will be crafted around women's participation, but don’t worry, the guys are welcome too!
Avants Track Day at The Ridge
Join us for an Avants Track Day at The Ridge Motorsports Park on Friday, April 3rd with our friends from Turn2 Lapping.
Avants Track Day at The Ridge
Join us for an Avants Track Day at The Ridge Motorsports Park on Friday, April 10th. This is a fully coached HPDE event with groups from Beginner to Advanced.
Weird & Wacky Car Show
Weird & Wacky is back for another year! Join us on Saturday, April 11th at LeMay - America’s Car Museum, for the third annual Weird & Wacky Car Show presented by Avants. Because normal cars are boring.
Avants Pit Stop at Long Beach Grand Prix
Come hang out with Avants at the Long Beach Grand Prix. We’ve rented a cool spot just a few block from the circuit. Rest your feet, grab a cold beverage and chill.
Weird & Wacky Car Show - PDX
Join us Saturday, April 18th for a Weird and Wacky Car Show. Is your ride bizarre? Register it to be part of the show!
CSCC Track Day at Portland International Raceway
Join us for a track day at PIR with our friends Cascade Sports Car Club. We’ll have beginner to advanced sessions with coaching available. If you’ve never done a track day, this is a perfect opportunity to try it out.
Avants Track Day at The Ridge
Join us for an Avants Track Day at The Ridge Motorsports Park on Friday, May 1st. This is a fully coached HPDE event with groups from Beginner to Advanced.
WagonFest SoCal 2026
Wagon lovers unite! We’re back for another awesome WagonFest SoCal on Sunday, May 3rd at Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles.
Avants Track Day at The Ridge
Join us for an Avants Track Day at The Ridge Motorsports Park on Friday, May 8th with our friends from Turn2 Lapping.
IPD Garage Sale
It’s time for the 43nd annual IPD Garage Sale — the largest gathering of Volvos on the west coast! A must-do for any Volvo enthusiast.
Avants Track Day at The Ridge
Join us for an Avants Track Day at The Ridge Motorsports Park on Saturday, May 30th with our friends from Turn2 Lapping.
Avants Track Day at The Ridge
Join us for an Avants Track Day at The Ridge Motorsports Park on Friday, June 5th. This is a fully coached HPDE event with groups from Beginner to Advanced.
Miata Mingle
Save the date for the largest Miata gathering in the PNW - Miata Mingle, presented by Avants and Doug’s Lynnwood Mazda!
Avants Track Day at The Ridge
Join us for an Avants Track Day at The Ridge Motorsports Park on Saturday, June 13th with our friends from Turn2 Lapping.
Avants Autocross at Sanderson Field
Join us for Autocross at Sanderson Field with Bridge City Autosports on Saturday, June 13th!
WagonFest PDX
Get ready, Portland—WagonFest is back for another awesome year! Cruise over to The Pumpkin Patch to load up on groceries at WagonFest PDX on Saturday, June 20th.
Avants Track Day at The Ridge
Join us for an Avants Track Day at The Ridge Motorsports Park on Thursday, July 2nd. This is a fully coached HPDE event with groups from Beginner to Advanced.
AvantsFest 2026
Save the date for AvantsFest 2026! The biggest Avants event of the year is coming Saturday, August 1st at Pacific Raceways and you won’t want to miss it! More details coming soon.
Avants Autocross at Sanderson Field
Join us for Autocross at Sanderson Field with Bridge City Autosports on Sunday, August 2nd!
Avants Track Day at The Ridge
Join us for an Avants Track Day at The Ridge Motorsports Park on Thursday, August 6th with our friends from Turn2 Lapping.
Avants Track Day at The Ridge
Join us for an Avants Track Day at The Ridge Motorsports Park on Friday, August 7th with our friends from Turn2 Lapping.
Avants Monterey Pit Stop
Save the date for the Avants Monterey Pit Stop on Thursday, August 13th, 2026!
Camp Goodtimes Drive-a-Thon
We’re partnering with Turn2 Lapping to raise money for Camp Goodtimes, a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to raising money for and producing programs that support the children, siblings, and families in Washington and Alaska dealing with pediatric cancer.
Avants Autocross at Sanderson Field
Join us for Autocross at Sanderson Field with Bridge City Autosports on Sunday, September 20th!
Avants Track Day at The Ridge
Join us for an Avants Track Day at The Ridge Motorsports Park on Friday, September 25th. This is a fully coached HPDE event with groups from Beginner to Advanced.
Avants Track Day at The Ridge
Join us for an Avants Track Day at The Ridge Motorsports Park on Friday, October 9th. This is a fully coached HPDE event with groups from Beginner to Advanced.
Avants San Diego Launch Party at Cars & Bids HQ
Our first official Avants San Diego event! Join us on Saturday, February 7th (Noon-2PM) for a fun social at the Cars & Bids Headquarters.
Mixtape
Join us on Saturday, February 7th for MIXTAPE — a celebration of cars, BMX, skate and more.
Avants at Caffeine & Gasoline - Local Builders Showcase!
We’ll be hanging out with our friends at Griot’s Garage on Saturday, February 7th for Caffeine & Gasoline - Local Builders Showcase!
Ice Drifting
[CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER] Get ready for something fun! In partnership with Colorado Drift School, we're excited to announce an Ice Drifting Day at Georgetown Lake on Wednesday, February 4th! Join us for an exhilarating experience on the ice, where you can learn to drift or showcase your existing skills.
Avants at BBI Autosport — Meet-up & Shop Tour
Join us Saturday, January 31st for an exclusive behind‑the‑scenes tour of BBI Autosport. Explore their latest builds, get up close with some incredible machines, and meet the talented team bringing these projects to life.
A Year Under the Lift: BayMasters Open House
Join us as we celebrate one year of BayMasters Self Service Garage being open!
Morning Pop-Up
We’re teaming up with our friends at Luxe Performance & Tuning for a laid‑back morning filled with great cars and good vibes.
Cars & Coffee at Superior Tire Service Portland
Join us for a pop-up meet at Superior Tire Service in Portland and enjoy some Tires and Coffee!
Avants Dyno Day at Luxe Performance & Tuning
Join us for an Avants Dyno Day at Luxe Performance on Saturday, January 31st.
British Cruise-In at The Petersen
Start your Sunday in proper British fashion as the Petersen celebrates the best of motoring from across the pond. Stop by the Avants tent and say hello!
Cars & Coffee on the Paddock
Pop-up on the paddock! To celebrate this nice stretch of sunny days, we’ve organized a special Cars & Coffee at Pacific Raceways, Saturday, January 24th.
Avants Pit Stop at Arizona Car Week
Come hang out at the Avants Pit Stop during Arizona Car Week! Chill vibes, cool people, and unforgettable cars. Friday, January 23th at The Warehouse.
America’s Automotive Trust’s Destination Dinner
Join America’s Automotive Trust on Wednesday, January 21st at Scottsdale’s exclusive Fairmont Princess Resort for cocktails and classic eats along with drivers and vehicles from America’s Automotive Trust’s Desert Destination Tour.
Avants Member Sim Social
Join us Wednesday, January 21st for an afternoon of sim racing at Porsche Studio’s Drivers Club.
Art House Collective
Avants members are invited to a special exhibition during Arizona Car Week. The Warehouse proudly presents Art House Collective, the first exhibition of its kind in Arizona, uniting four automotive art galleries under one roof.
FCP Euro Sunday Motoring Meet at Robinson Helicopter
We’ll be hanging out with our friends at FCP Euro for their Sunday Motoring Meet on January 18th at Robinson Helicopter in Torrance, CA. Stop by the Avants tent and say hello!
Hot Wheels Exchange at Pro-Tek Automotive
Join us on Saturday, January 17th for a Hot Wheels Exchange Party at Pro‑Tek! Bring your favorite Hot Wheels to share, show off, or trade with fellow enthusiasts. Plus, all Avants members in attendance will be entered to win a Hot Wheels surprise pack, because who doesn’t love a little extra garage‑sized fun.
Legacy in Motion: Five Generations of Aston Martin
Join us on Saturday, January 17th for Legacy in Motion — an elevated heritage showcase featuring a rare display of Aston Martins spanning from the 1960s to today.
Avants Track Day with JDP Racing
Join us on Saturday, January 17th at The Podium Club for an exclusive track day hosted by JDP Racing. Expect focused seat time, skill‑building opportunities, and a seamless, professionally managed experience shared with the Avants community.
Avants Tech Session w/ Aces Auto Elite
Kick off your Saturday at Aces Auto Elite! We’ll dive into the right way to repair your car after a collision, what to look for, what to expect, and how to ensure its restored to true OEM specifications.
Gloss, Grit & Protection: A Deep Dive into Modern Paint Care
Join us on Saturday, January 10th at Blue Star Auto Salon in Everett for an in-depth tech session focused on PPF vs. Ceramic Coating. As an added bonus, our friends at STEK have put together some sweet door prizes for attendees!
Avants Social at Salish Lodge
To ring in the new year, we invite you to join us on Wednesday, January 7th for a special evening with our friends at Salish Lodge & Spa.
Hearts Of Winter: Toy Drive & Holiday Celebration
Join us at Hearts Of Winter: Toy Drive & Holiday Celebration at Porsche Studio Portland Sunday Dec. 21st!
HB Speed Shop X Avants Cars & Coffee
Avants is teaming up with HB Speed Shop for a morning of good vibes, cool cars and good company.
Avants Holiday (West Side) Social Hour & Hot Wheel Exchange
Join us on the West side for a festive evening filled with tacos, cars, and great company! For this month’s social we’re headed to Blanco Cocina Cantina in Peoria!
Avants End of Year Social & Hot Wheels Exchange
Avants Social Hours are back! Each month we’re gathering for a laid‑back evening filled with great cars, good company, and tasty drinks.
Avants Member Sim Social
Join us Tuesday, December 16th for an afternoon of sim racing at Porsche Studio’s Drivers Club.
Avants Pop-Up Tour
Join us for an exclusive Avants members-only pop-up tour at a secret Portland location, featuring an extraordinary line-up of cars.
Helms Bakery Cars & Coffee
We’ll be hanging out with Jonny Lieberman, Chef Sang Yoon and the Cars & Bids team at Helms Bakery Cars & Coffee on Sunday, December 14th
Avants Dyno Day at Carb Connection
Join us for another Avants Dyno Day at Carb Connection in Kirkland on Saturday, December 13th