2026 Events

The Simeone Museum hours are:
MON: CLOSED, TUE to FRI: 10 – 6 pm, SAT and SUN: 10 – 4 pm
We request that all last entries be made 90 minutes prior to scheduled close. Additional holiday and museum closure information can be found below the calendar of events.




2026 Events

DateDemo DayDescriptionFeatured Car #1Featured Car #2Featured Car #3Featured Car #4Featured Car #5
1/24/26America: World Sportscar Champion!Against the best in the world, American challengers proved themselves in endurance racing and seized lasting glory.1964 Shelby Daytona Coupe1966 Ford GT40 Mk II1967 Ford Mk IV------
2/14/26America Loves CorvetteCelebrate America’s love for Corvette, the sports car that captured the nation’s heart and defined its racing spirit.1963 Corvette Grand Sport1966 Corvette Sting Ray---------
4/11/26Carroll Shelby and the Rise of Professional Racing in AmericaCarroll Shelby carried America’s ambition on his shoulders, proving that one determined dreamer could topple giants and redefine an era.1950 Allard J21954 Austin Healey 1001954 Ferrari 375 MM Pinin Farina Spyder1958 Aston Martin DBR 11964 Shelby Daytona Coupe
5/9/26The American Formula: Full Bore!America’s creed of racing was forged in audacity, resilience, and an unshakable will to win.1912 National Model 40 Semi-Racing Roadster1933 Auburn 12-165 Salon Speedster1967 Ford Mk IV1970 Plymouth Superbird---
7/11/26Car Detective: Defining the Simeone Museum from Alfa to VauxhallThrough research, intuition, and patience, Dr. Simeone gave voice to cars whose stories might otherwise have been lost. This is their story.1921 Vauxhall 30/90 Velox Tourer1926 Bugatti Type 351933 Squire Roadster1937 Alfa Romeo 8C 2900A---
8/8/26Salt Flats: AB Jenkins to Craig BreedloveAcross the endless white of Bonneville, courage and horsepower met to create legends and records that changed the very meaning of speed.1935 Auburn 851 Speedster1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Coupe1964 Shelby Daytona Coupe------
9/19/26John Fitch: Fighter Pilot to Road RacerJohn Fitch bridged the worlds of cockpit and circuit, bringing discipline and daring together in pursuit of victory.1952 Frazer Nash Le Mans Replica1952 Cunningham C-4R Roadster1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Coupe1956 Maserati 300S1958 Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa
11/14/26Yankee Iron!Yankee Iron stood for more than machines; it reflected a culture of ingenuity and the drive to compete with the best.1911/1913 Mercer Series 35J Raceabout1912 Hudson Mile-A-Minute Roadster1916 Stutz Bearcat1928 Stutz BB Blackhawk Roadster1929 Stutz Model M Le Mans Speedster
11/28/26People's Choice AwardsFrom ballot to tarmac, the People’s Choice turns your voice into the Spirit of Competition on display.
DateSpecial EventsDescription
3/21/26Once Around the Clock. The Simeone 12 Hours of SebringThe American story of endurance cannot be told without Sebring. Once Around the Clock, the Simeone 12 Hours of Sebring, pays tribute to the twelve-hour contest that tested courage, stamina, and ingenuity on America’s toughest stage. Featured collection car: TBA.TBA
6/13/2624 Heures du Simeone, Part II. The Americans at Le Mans Le Mans became legend not only through its European heroes but through the Americans who crossed the Atlantic and claimed glory of their own. Part II of the Heroes of Le Mans honors their story in a 24-hour celebration of courage, endurance, and national pride. Featured collection cars: TBA.TBA
TBAThe Spirit of Competition AwardThe Spirit of Competition Award returns in 2026 as the Simeone Museum’s highest honor, a celebration of vision, courage, and achievement that embody the very essence of racing. Each year this distinguished tradition unites our community around the ideals that define motorsport at its best.
DateExhibitionsDescription
WinterAmerica Loves CorvetteAmerica Loves Corvette, brings together Chevrolet’s most iconic sports car across every generation, from street legends to track champions. Corvette owners are invited to submit their cars to be part of this all-American tribute.
SpringShelby’s AmericaFrom Cobras to GT350s and beyond, Carroll Shelby’s vision reshaped American performance and conquered the world. This exhibit honors the cars that carried his name and his ambition. Shelby owners are encouraged to submit their machines to join this celebration of American grit and glory.
SummerAmerica DreamLuxury, power, and possibility on four wheels. These cars embodied the promise of the open road, the spirit of freedom, and the dream of what America could become.
SummerCamaro: All-American MuscleCamaro carried Chevrolet’s performance banner for generations, embodying the power and pride of All-American Muscle. Camaro owners are invited to submit their cars for display.
FallFoxbody: The People’s MustangThe Mustang that belonged to everyone, raced, modified, and loved across America. This exhibit celebrates the Foxbody era, when performance was accessible, adaptable, and proudly American. Foxbody owners are invited to submit their cars to take part in this tribute.
WinterAMC: Rebel SpiritFrom Ambassador to Gremlin X, AMC built cars that stood apart with bold ideas and fearless character. This exhibit celebrates America’s most unconventional performance brand. AMC owners are invited to submit their cars to showcase this unique chapter in American motoring.

Holidays

The Simeone Museum is closed

  • EVERY Monday
  • Easter Sunday
  • The 4th of July
  • Thanksgiving
  • Christmas Eve
  • Christmas Day
  • New Year’s Eve
  • New Year’s Day

Additional Holiday/Weather

Please visit www.simeonemuseum.org for details on closures related to additional holidays and/or weather related events.

Tickets are also available for purchase in person at our museum front desk.

Hours and Info

6825 Norwitch Drive
Philadelphia, PA 19153
215-365-7233
Tuesday – Friday 10AM through 6PM
Saturday – Sunday 10AM through 4PM
Closed Mondays and Major Holidays

About the Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum

Located in Philadelphia, PA, the Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum is one of the world’s greatest collections of racing sports cars. Through our theme, “The Spirit of Competition”, we celebrate the history and evolution of these magnificent machines.

Assembled over 50 years by Dr. Frederick Simeone, the Museum contains over 75 historically significant cars including Ferrari, Alfa Romeo, Bugatti, Mercedes, Jaguar, Bentley, Porsche, Aston Martin, Corvette, Ford, and more.

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