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Medina del Campo gears up for a classic car takeover in its historic plaza

Medina del Campo gears up for a classic car takeover in its historic plaza RUSSPAIN.com © russpain.com
Medina del Campo gears up for a classic car takeover in its historic plaza © russpain.com
On October 4, 2026, nearly 200 classic vehicles from across Spain will arrive at Medina del Campo’s Plaza Mayor. The event brings rare machines and family stories to the heart of Castilla y León, with regional pride on display.

Nearly 200 vintage vehicles will gather at Plaza Mayor de la Hispanidad in Medina del Campo at noon on October 4, 2026, bringing collectors and enthusiasts from across Spain to the town. Cars and motorcycles with decades of history will feature throughout the day, which ends with an awards ceremony.

The annual Concentración de Vehículos Clásicos has grown into a national meeting point for collectors and fans. Registration lists show cars and motorcycles arriving from Galicia and La Rioja. Others are coming from Extremadura and Madrid, alongside a strong contingent from Castilla y León. Ávila and Segovia will be represented, as will Zamora and Salamanca.

The gathering stands out for the bond between the machines and their owners. Many of these vehicles are family treasures, kept running by several generations. The organizing club puts it simply: “Among the participants are both collectors and owners who keep genuine pieces of family history: vehicles that belonged to parents or grandparents and, decades later, still travel the roads.”

The open-air show will feature restored motorcycles and passenger cars, alongside massive old trucks. Each has its own story. Some date back to the early days of Spanish motoring; others are cars families used in everyday life, kept running by people determined to preserve their history.

The Club de Vehículos Clásicos de Medina del Campo started during the pandemic. Its goal is clear: promote Spain’s automotive past, protect its legacy and celebrate it. The club’s work has made the event a highlight of the local calendar. Regional businesses and organizations support the day by sponsoring the traditional raffle for participants, giving it a festive, community feel.

Visitors will see vehicles in road-ready condition: machines valued as much for their memories as for their mechanics. The event reflects Spain’s strong enthusiasm for classic cars, a passion that has grown in recent years, as reported by russpain.com.

These events give towns a sense of identity. They connect generations while keeping the stories of Spanish motoring in public view. As the classic car movement grows, Medina del Campo’s showcase brings tradition and passion to the town square.

Frank Miller RUSSPAIN.com
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Frank Miller

Frank Miller covers the automotive industry, transport and Spanish road regulation for RUSSPAIN.COM