PAST EVENTS
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.
Join us Wednesday, January 21st for an afternoon of sim racing at Porsche Studio’s Drivers Club.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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 Tuesday, December 16th for an afternoon of sim racing at Porsche Studio’s Drivers Club.
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 for another Avants Dyno Day at Carb Connection in Kirkland on Saturday, December 13th
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.
Get ready to go off-road at the Petersen! Join us Sunday, December 7th at 10 AM for the highly anticipated opening of our brand-new exhibition, Legends of the Dirt — a celebration of off-road legends across multiple disciplines. From crawling to racing and rally, this exhibit highlights the vehicles, pioneers, and milestones that have shaped the off-road motorsport world.
We’ll be hanging out with our friends at FCP Euro for their Sunday Motoring Meet on December 7th. Stop by the Avants tent and say hello!
Come join this seasonal charity event supporting the Orangewood foundation and see some incredible cars, including some builds by Ruffian. There will be coco and cocktails available, and this event will also be a toy drive! The first 200 people that bring a toy or make a donation get a free auto addiction t-shirt. Looking forward to seeing everyone there!
Learn all about Paintless Dent Removal from the experts at United Hail Pros!
Join us on Saturday, December 6th with our friends at PNWfest for their 9th annual Charity Toy Drive!
Join us on Saturday, December 6th for the Avants Toy Run at One Drivers Club in Redmond.
Get ready for something truly special! In partnership with Colorado Drift School, we're excited to announce an Ice Drifting Day at Georgetown Lake! Join us for an exhilarating experience on the ice, where you can learn to drift or showcase your existing skills.
Get ready for an exciting weekend filled with Porsche passion at the Porsche LA Toy and Literature Show. Stop by the Avants table and say hello!
Avants will be at Auto Kennel for the Porsche Toy & Lit Show Weekend Open House on Friday, February 21st! It’s going to be a laid-back and fun day, perfect for car lovers to gather and enjoy the sights and sounds of some incredible vehicles.
This month we’re heading to Call to Arms Brewing for our monthly Happy Hour social! Plus, our friends from Denver Racing Social will be bringing out their mobile racing simulator for us to check out! Spin some laps while enjoying some delicious food/drink.
Avants invites you to experience Rose City, a captivating display of rose-inspired vehicles from around the Portland area. This stunning exhibit will be featured at the Oregon International Auto Show, February 20-23, at the Oregon Convention Center.
We’re heading back to The Brothers Collection — one of the best car collections in the world.
Come feel the love at Cars & Cupids — Saturday, February 15th at Cupid’s Hot Dogs. This classic spot has been the heart of the Valley and LA Car culture since 1946. Come for the cars, stay for the chili dogs!
It’s a doubleheader! Join us on Saturday, February 15th for a MasterClass with Dent Solutions and LeatherTech in Bellevue. We’ll get an up-close look at the tools and techniques that are used for dent removal, leather care and restoration.
Join us for an Avants Dyno Day at Fast Specialties in Vancouver, WA Saturday, February 15th
We’re having an Avants Charter Member private collection tour at a cool secret location! Saturday, February 8th. RSVP is required.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Get ready to go off-road at the Petersen! Join us Sunday, December 7th at 10 AM for the highly anticipated opening of our brand-new exhibition, Legends of the Dirt — a celebration of off-road legends across multiple disciplines. From crawling to racing and rally, this exhibit highlights the vehicles, pioneers, and milestones that have shaped the off-road motorsport world.
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.
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.
We’re throwing a block party with TheLab521! Come hangout and check out their shop.