Classic Festival de Nogaro
Festival of vintage cars on the Paul Armagnac circuit
2026
About Classic Festival
Every year, the Classic Festival brings together vintage and collector cars at the Circuit Paul Armagnac in Nogaro, in the Gers region. Created in 2014 by M3 (Max Mamers Management)—the team behind the Classic Days and the Trophée Andros—the event spans two days. It features an exhibition of over 1,000 cars in the Paddock Gersois, open track sessions, the Tour Gascon tourist rally through the Gers countryside, the Autosur Classic parade, a swap meet, a vendor village, a kids' zone, and the Classic Bodega in the heart of Nogaro.
Classic Festival — edition 2026
The 13th edition of the Classic Festival takes place on Saturday, September 26th and Sunday, September 27th, 2026, at the Circuit Paul Armagnac in Nogaro, Gers. Guests of honor include Érik Comas, Yannick Dalmas, and Éric Hélary, with the event celebrating the 120th anniversary of Lancia and the 50th anniversary of the BMW E24. The program features over 1,000 vintage cars on display in the Paddock Gersois, open track sessions, the Tour Gascon on Saturday afternoon, the Autosur Classic parade on Sunday at noon, a swap meet, a vendor village, a kids' zone, and the Classic Bodega in the town center.
Classic Festival 2026 — September 26th and 27th in Nogaro
The Circuit Paul Armagnac hosts the 13th Classic Festival on Saturday, September 26th and Sunday, September 27th, 2026. The site opens at 9:00 AM on Saturday and closes at 7:00 PM on Sunday. Tickets include access to the paddock, pit lane, stands, grandstands, and all entertainment.
Three Guests of Honor
Organized by M3, this year's event welcomes Érik Comas, Yannick Dalmas, and Éric Hélary, three drivers who transitioned from single-seaters to endurance racing success.
- Érik Comas — 1987 French Superproduction champion in a Renault 5 Turbo, 1990 International Formula 3000 champion, 67 Formula 1 Grands Prix with Ligier and Larrousse, 1998 and 1999 JGTC Japan champion, and 2nd place at the 2005 24 Hours of Le Mans in a Pescarolo C60.
- Yannick Dalmas — The only driver to win the 24 Hours of Le Mans with four different manufacturers: Peugeot 905 in 1992, Dauer Porsche 962 in 1994, McLaren F1 GTR in 1995, and BMW V12 LMR in 1999. 1992 World Endurance Champion.
- Éric Hélary — Winner of the 1993 24 Hours of Le Mans in a Peugeot 905 on his first attempt, winner of the 1997 24 Hours of Spa, and 11-time Le Mans participant.
Two Anniversaries in the Spotlight
The 2026 event highlights two major milestones: the 120th anniversary of Lancia and the 50th anniversary of the BMW E24.
Program Status
As of mid-August 2026, the "Schedule" page on the official website lists track session times as "coming soon," and the site map has not yet been published. The rest of the program is online and detailed below.
Highlights Classic Festival 2026
- 13th edition, Saturday, September 26th and Sunday, September 27th, 2026
- Érik Comas, Yannick Dalmas, and Éric Hélary as guests of honor
- Celebrating 120 years of Lancia and 50 years of the BMW E24
- Over 1,000 vintage cars on display in the Paddock Gersois
- Autosur Classic track parade on Sunday at noon
- Classic Bodega and Course Landaise in the town center in the evening
Programme Classic Festival 2026
Saturday, September 26th, 2026
- 9:00 AM — Gates open to the public: paddock, pit lane, stands, grandstands, and entertainment
- Afternoon — Tour Gascon: A 100-kilometer tourist rally through the Gers countryside, featuring a surprise stop and a quiz with prizes · Maximum 200 cars, registration required
Sunday, September 27th, 2026
- Noon — Autosur Classic Parade on the track, open to all cars registered for the festival (Paddock Gersois, Paddock Diviès, Tour Gascon, Armagnac Track) · €10 per car donated to the Brain and Spine Institute · 411 cars in 2025, record of 505 in 2023
- 7:00 PM — Site closes
Classic Bodega, in Nogaro Town Center
Free evening entertainment. The organizer has published the times but not yet the specific day on their 2026 page.
- 6:00 PM — Vintage car parade through town, departing from the circuit, open to all Classic Festival participants
- 7:00 PM — Course Landaise demonstration in the bullring: traditional cow-dodging games · featuring the Banda Chicuelina · free admission
- From 8:00 PM — Bodega: Dinner and festivities in the town center. A dinner is held at the village hall (menu to be announced). Local restaurants offer special menus: Brasserie des Cordeliers (05 62 69 09 27), Le Progrès (05 62 09 00 27), Café du commerce (05 62 09 03 14), Restaurant Le Commerce (05 62 09 00 95) · reservations recommended
On the Track: The Plateaus
- Armagnac Track — Open track sessions, divided into groups based on car age and engine type. Helmet, long pants, and long-sleeved shirts are mandatory; towing eyes are required. Each driver must hold an FFSA circuit license or a National Participation Title for Open Track (TPRLC, €23).
- Single-Seater Plateau — 70s to 90s single-seaters, gathered in the old circuit pits; two distinct groups in action
- Pre-War Plateau — Alfa Romeo, Amilcar, Bentley, Bugatti, Riley, Fiat, Ford, Lagonda, MG
- F1 & Prototype Plateau — Exhibition and track runs for vintage Formula 1 cars and Le Mans prototypes
- Legend Plateau — Cars on display in the pits
Cars built before 1980 are admitted; later models are subject to approval. Specific track times for each group are not yet published.
Continuous Activities (Both Days)
- Paddock Gersois — Exhibition of over 1,000 vintage cars, grouped by brand or club
- Vendor Village — Over 30 exhibitors: miniatures, posters, books, technical documentation, and accessories
- Swap Meet — 400 meters of stands at the circuit entrance, next to the kids' zone · free access
- Kids' Village — Bouncy castles, wooden games, jumping animals, duck fishing, giant Connect Four, and mascot; face painting, balloon sculpting, and electric quad bikes available for an extra fee
- Dining — Snacks and bars on the circuit. Panoramic Restaurant, at the end of the main straight near the airfield (via tunnel and "Gers Distribution" footbridge): "La Bouchère" platter €30 (rib steak, shallots confit in Floc), "La Sud-Ouest" €28 (duck confit with orange-ginger sauce), "La Gersoise" €26 (12-hour confit veal shoulder, black garlic sauce), kids' menu €12 · reservations via Traiteurs Gascons, 05 62 69 08 08 or 06 77 44 70 12
Prices Classic Festival 2026
On-site: 1 day €20 · 2 days €30.
Free for children under 14 accompanied by an adult and for people with reduced mobility holding a disability card. Reduced rates for ASAMAB club members.
Tickets include access to the entire site: paddock, pit lane, stands, grandstands, and entertainment. Free public parking.
Online ticketing via BilletWeb, and in-store at Auchan, Carrefour, Cultura, and Leclerc.
Participants (1 car and 2 people for 2 days): Paddock Gersois €37, €32 for clubs · Tour Gascon €85, €75 for clubs · Armagnac Track €310, €270 for clubs. No on-site registration.
Practical information — Classic Festival
Access
Circuit Paul Armagnac, Nogaro (Gers). Approximately 1h45 from Toulouse and 1h30 from Bordeaux. Free parking.
Prices
Pre-sale (until September 25): 1 day €15, 2 days €24. On-site: 1 day €20, 2 days €30. Free for children under 14 and people with disabilities. Online ticketing on BilletWeb.
The Classic Festival: Two days of vintage motoring in Nogaro
The Classic Festival has been organized since 2014 by M3 (Max Mamers Management), the producers of the Classic Days, the Trophée Andros, and the Fun Racing Cars. Held at the Circuit Paul Armagnac in Nogaro, Gers, it is designed for both vintage car owners and enthusiasts who come to admire these machines.
Exhibition and Track Time
The Paddock Gersois showcases over 1,000 vintage cars, grouped by brand or club. On the track, participants in the Armagnac Track program enjoy open sessions, organized into groups based on the vehicle's age and engine type: from 70s to 90s single-seaters in the old pits to pre-war cars, historic Formula 1 racers, and Le Mans prototypes. Cars built before 1980 are eligible, with later models accepted upon application.
Tour Gascon
The Tour Gascon is a scenic 100-kilometer tourist rally through the Gers countryside. Limited to 200 cars, it includes a surprise stop along the way and a quiz with prizes to be won.
Autosur Classic Parade
On Sunday, all registered festival cars are invited to take to the track together. For every car entered, €10 is donated to the Brain and Spine Institute. The parade saw 411 cars in 2025 and reached a record 505 in 2023.
Classic Bodega
The Classic Bodega keeps the weekend spirit alive in downtown Nogaro: a parade of vintage cars travels from the circuit into the streets, followed by a Landes race demonstration in the bullring accompanied by the Banda Chicuelina, then dinner and a bodega in town. All these activities are free of charge.
Around the Circuit
The vendor village hosts over 30 exhibitors specializing in vintage motoring, offering miniatures, posters, books, technical documentation, and accessories. The swap meet, located at the circuit gates, features 400 meters of free-access stalls. The kids' village is located right next door.
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