PAST EVENTS
We’re kicking off La Jolla Concours weekend with an Avants Party at the Cove House on Saturday, April 25th.
Join Audi Club Northwest (ACNW) for Geschwindigkeit at Pacific Raceways!
Special invitation for Avants members! Join Drive Toward a Cure for a multi-day drive through Southern California, enjoy a concert at the legendary Greek Theatre, and help support the noble cause of a helping a cure for Parkinsons.
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.
Join us on Sunday, April 19th for the second annual Best of Arizona Cars & Coffee, set against the stunning backdrop of Fountain Park’s Great Lawn.
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.
Join us Saturday, April 18th for a Weird and Wacky Car Show. Is your ride bizarre? Register it to be part of the show!
Join us Saturday, April 18th at The Vault Scottsdale for Cool Off with Cars.
Special invitation for Avants members! Join our friends at the Petersen Museum for an evening where the racing community comes together under one roof—drivers, fans, insiders, and enthusiasts. Enjoy a cocktails and heavy d’oeuvres reception as the energy builds, then settle in for a live podcast recording featuring IndyCar drivers. Hear firsthand stories from the track, gain unique insights into the sport, and take part in a live Q&A—your opportunity to ask the drivers questions directly.
Join us at AZ Auto Aesthetics for Paint Correction 101: Bringing the Gloss Back, where we’ll dive into the world of paint correction.
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.
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.
Join us for an evening of well wishes and new beginnings. We’ll be celebrating NiCole as she gets ready for her next chapter with Avants in Seattle and giving a big Arizona welcome to our new Avants Scottsdale Director, Josh Benjamin.
Give your car the attention it deserves—inside and out! Join us on Saturday, April 4th for a MasterClass with Dent Solutions and LeatherTech in Bellevue.
Join us for an Avants Track Day at The Ridge Motorsports Park on Friday, April 3rd with our friends from Turn2 Lapping.
Join us for a First Thursday at the Porsche Studio Portland!
Learn all about Paintless Dent Removal from the experts at Dent Ninja!
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!
We’ll be hanging out with our friends at FCP Euro for their Sunday Motoring Meet on March 29th. Stop by the Avants tent and say hello!
Join us for a spring open house and garage collective preview with Prestige Auto Salon on Saturday, March 28th!
Join us on Saturday, March 28th as we hang out with our friends at Discount Tire in San Diego! Bring your ride and help us celebrate our growing partnership.
Get ready Arizona! The largest gathering of grocery getters in the universe is coming to FCP Euro in Mesa on Saturday, March 28th!
Join us for the autocross with Bridge City Autosports on Sunday, March 28th at Portland International Raceway.
Audi Club Northwest (ACNW) presents Son of Quattrofest, the first High Performance Driving Education (HPDE) event of the year at Ridge Motorsports Park!
To celebrate our new partnership with Cars and Bids, Avants will be conducting a summit focusing on the ins/outs of online car auctions.
Kick off your Saturday at Euro Auto Spot! San Diego’s go-to specialists for all things BMW. We’ll give you a behind the scenes look at what it takes to maintain and repair modern BMW platforms. Come meet the people who make the magic happen, ask your most technical questions, and connect with other enthusiasts in the San Diego area.
Women in the Industry returns for its second year as part of Avants Women’s Month — an evening dedicated to connection, conversation, and highlighting the women shaping today’s automotive space.
Join us on Sunday, March 15th for Then & Now — a cruise-in and celebration of automotive heritage and innovation.
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.
We’re kicking off our new partnership with Echelon Autosports this Saturday, Feb 28th for Garage Sessions Vol. 2 — an elevated cars and coffee experience.
Join us on Saturday, February 28th for a Drive to Garage 79! Our friends at Meant to Be Driven have extended a special invitation, and we’re excited to hit the road together.
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.
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.
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 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 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.
Our first official Avants San Diego event! Join us on Saturday, February 7th (Noon-2PM) for a fun social at the Cars & Bids Headquarters.
We’ll be hanging out with our friends at Griot’s Garage on Saturday, February 7th for Caffeine & Gasoline - Local Builders Showcase!
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.
We’re teaming up with our friends at Luxe Performance & Tuning for a laid‑back morning filled with great cars and good vibes.
Join us for a pop-up meet at Superior Tire Service in Portland and enjoy some Tires and Coffee!
Join us for an Avants Dyno Day at Luxe Performance on Saturday, January 31st.
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!
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.
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.
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 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.
Join us for another Avants Dyno Day at Carb Connection in Kirkland on Saturday, February 21st.
Join us at Hearts Of Winter: Toy Drive & Holiday Celebration at Porsche Studio Portland Sunday Dec. 21st!
Avants is teaming up with HB Speed Shop for a morning of good vibes, cool cars and good company.
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 Social Hours are back! Each month we’re gathering for a laid‑back evening filled with great cars, good company, and tasty drinks.
Join us for an exclusive Avants members-only pop-up tour at a secret Portland location, featuring an extraordinary line-up of cars.
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
Join us on Saturday, December 13th for Cars, Coffee and a Toy Drive with our friends at The Vault Scottsdale.
Join us for a festive evening filled with tacos, cars, and great company! For this month’s social we’re headed to Chandler’s go-to destination for tacos - Jefe’s Cantina!
Avants members are invited to a special event hosted by our friends, Ron and Margie Danz. Join us on Sunday, December 7th at Ron and Margie’s garage for their 10th Annual Toy Drive.
Join us Wednesday, January 21st for an afternoon of sim racing at Porsche Studio’s Drivers Club.
Join us Tuesday, December 16th for an afternoon of sim racing at Porsche Studio’s Drivers Club.
Learn all about Paintless Dent Removal from the experts at United Hail Pros!
Avants members and friends are invited for an unforgettable evening with Larry Chen, one of the most influential automotive photographers in the world. As part of the Code R exhibition at The Warehouse, this special Meet & Greet + All GT-R Show celebrates the passion, precision, and culture behind the legendary Nissan GT-R.
Get ready for the 2025 Arizona International Auto Show, November 27th - 30th! Avants has been invited to curate a special member exhibit, and you won't want to miss it!
[POSTPONED DUE TO RAIN] Join us on Sunday, November 23rd for the second annual Best of Arizona Cars & Coffee, set against the stunning backdrop of Fountain Park’s Great Lawn.
Join us Saturday, November 22nd for a private behind the scenes tour of Vintage Underground’s shops in Eugene, OR!
Avants members and friends are invited to a special exhibition with our friends at The Warehouse! The Warehouse presents Code R, an exclusive one-week exhibition honoring the legendary Nissan GT-R and marking the final chapter of the iconic R35.
Join us Friday, November 21st for an afternoon of sim racing at Porsche Studio’s Drivers Club.
We’re headed to the West Valley! Join us on Wednesday, November 19th for an Avants Member Social & Toy Drive at OHSO Distillery & Brewery in Surprise.
Join us for another Avants Dyno Day at Carb Connection in Kirkland on Saturday, December 13th
Join us October 30th at Bruz Beers to grab a drink, grab some grub, and meet some fellow Avants Members.
Join us October 30th at Bike Shed Moto Co. to grab a drink, grab some grub, and meet some fellow Avants Members.
Ladies and gentlemen, start your engines! Join us for Avants Race Night at GripWerx Simulation Racing on Thursday October 30th!
Join us on Sunday, October 26th for Corks & Cars at The Velvet Fox private tasting room in Scottsdale.
Join us for an autocross weekend with Bridge City Autosports on Saturday and Sunday, October 25th and 26th at Portland International Raceway.
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 Black Raven Brewing in Woodinville.
Join us for an Avants Track Day at The Ridge Motorsports Park on Friday, October 17th. This is a fully coached HPDE event with groups from Beginner to Advanced.
Join us at Pacific Raceways for an Avants High Performance Track Day, Wednesday, October 15th. We’re partnering with ProFormance Racing School, the premier high performance and competition driving school in the Northwest.
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.
Mark your calendars! Octoberfest 2025 is revving up to be a spectacular celebration of German automotive excellence and community spirit. We’re teaming up with BMW CCA Puget Sound Chapter, Mercedes Club Seattle Chapter, PCA PNW Region, Audi Club NW Chapter and Griot’s Garage to bring you the best German vehicles in the NW.
Avants Charter Member photo shoots are back and happen each month, June through October.
We’ll be at the Petersen Museum Cruise-in on Sunday, September 28th for BMW & Bretzels.
Join us on September 28th for a Breakfast Run at The Train Cars, Coffee & Kava in Nederland.
Join us at Kimball’s Hands On Detail on Saturday, September 27th. Check out their shop, chat about tint/coatings/wraps and enjoy some coffee and donuts.
We’re just here for the tunes! Join us on Saturday, September 27th for an exciting morning on the Dyno with Luxe Performance & Tuning.
Join us for Autocross at Sanderson Field with Bridge City Autosports on Sunday, September 21st!
We’ll be hanging out with Jonny Lieberman, Chef Sang Yoon and the Cars & Bids team at Helms Bakery Cars & Coffee on Sunday, September 21st.
Join us Saturday, September 20th at Definitive in Bellevue for Speed & Sound 2.0 — a celebration of fast cars and amazing audio. Bring your ride, enjoy some donuts and experience what it’s like watching Formula 1 on a million-dollar home theater system.