6–8 Nov 2026 · Stuttgart, DE

Retro Classics

Retro Classics in Stuttgart is a large public trade event for classic automobiles, historic motorcycles and related parts, accessories and lifestyle. It brings together exhibitors from many countries to display rare vehicles and restorations, special show areas, a large parts market and a supporting program. The event targets classic-car enthusiasts, collectors, restorers, journalists and exhibitors presenting vehicles and automotive products.

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Dates
6–8 Nov 2026
Venue
Messe Stuttgart Messemagazin Downloads
Location
Stuttgart, DE
Frequency
Annual
Audience
Mixed
Duration
3 days
Scale
International
Exhibitors
496Fact
Visitors
90,000Fact
Area
80,000 m²Fact
Automotive & MobilityArts, Crafts & HobbiesSports & Fitness

Compiled from public sources and periodically reviewed and updated. This information is provided for general guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date — please verify all details directly with the organizer or venue before relying on them.

About Retro Classics

Retro Classics is an international trade show for the Automotive & Mobility and Arts, Crafts & Hobbies industries, held in Stuttgart, Germany. The 2026 edition runs 6–8 Nov 2026 at Messe Stuttgart Messemagazin Downloads. It brings together an estimated 496 exhibitors and 90,000 visitors (organizer-confirmed). Event Scout has indexed 478 exhibiting companies for the event so far.

Known editions

Venue

Messe Stuttgart Messemagazin Downloads

Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, DE

Who exhibits at Retro Classics

We've captured 478 exhibitors for Retro Classics (roster as of 2026). They span 22 countries, 15% of them based outside Germany.

Where exhibitors are based

Exhibitors' head-office countries, most-represented first.

  • Germany85%·389
  • Italy5%·22
  • Austria2%·11
  • Netherlands2%·8
  • Poland1%·4

Based on 459 exhibitors with a known head-office country.

What exhibitors do

The industries the exhibitor base works in, by share of the roster.

  • Automotive63%·27
  • Services19%·8
  • Food Beverage16%·7
  • Chemicals Materials12%·5
  • Machinery Manufacturing12%·5

Based on 43 exhibitors with an industry label — a company can carry several, so shares can total over 100%.

Exclusivity

55%Class Dof exhibitors exhibit nowhere else we track

Moderately exclusive — a meaningful share of exhibitors are unique to this event.

Cross-referenced against 478 exhibitors in our event graph.

International reach

15%Class Fof exhibitors are based abroad

Predominantly national — a mainly domestic exhibitor base.

Exhibitor calibre

Publicly listed100%·2

listed companies

Large enterprises100%·2

1,000+ employees

Of 2 exhibitors whose company size we know.

Compiled from public sources and periodically reviewed and updated. This information is provided for general guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date — please verify all details directly with the organizer or venue before relying on them.

Retro Classics 2026 exhibitor list

Event Scout has indexed 470+ companies exhibiting at Retro Classics so far. They span industries including automotive and automotive,services. The preview below shows a sample of the indexed roster; the full list is available through Event Scout.

  • SLICKPIX Magazin
  • HODT Korrosionsschutz
  • BBT automotive
  • LIQUI MOLY GmbH
  • Reller Automobile
  • Deutsche Automobil Treuhand GmbH
  • Luxury Cars
  • PM USA Homepage
  • Zwischengas
  • roadshack
  • Bremsen-Schöbel GmbH & Co. KG
  • Comco Leasing
  • TrackedMachines
  • AvD
  • Allianz.de
  • Dasmobilwerk
  • Schutzdeckenshop.de

+ 453 more exhibitors

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Frequently asked questions

When is Retro Classics 2026?
Retro Classics 2026 runs 6–8 Nov 2026 at Messe Stuttgart Messemagazin Downloads.
Where is Retro Classics held?
Retro Classics is held at Messe Stuttgart Messemagazin Downloads in Stuttgart, Germany.
How many exhibitors does Retro Classics have?
Retro Classics counts an estimated 496 exhibitors. Event Scout has indexed 478 exhibiting companies so far.
Who exhibits at Retro Classics?
Indexed exhibitors include Daimler Truck, Carrera, GTÜ Gesellschaft für Technische Überwachung mbH and KW automotive GmbH. The event spans the Automotive & Mobility, Arts, Crafts & Hobbies and Sports & Fitness sectors.
Is Retro Classics worth attending?
Retro Classics is an international trade show for the Automotive & Mobility and Arts, Crafts & Hobbies industries, so it is most relevant to exhibitors and buyers in those industries. It brings together an estimated 496 exhibitors. Whether it is worth attending depends on your objectives, but its scale and sector focus are a useful guide.
How do I get the Retro Classics exhibitor list?
Event Scout has indexed 478 companies exhibiting at Retro Classics so far. A sample is shown in the exhibitor-list section on this page, and the full roster is available through Event Scout.

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