Events

West Palm Beach 2026 - Indoor Vehicle Display

Booth Cars will be judged separately. 1 award for each category will go to a booth car, and the award will go to registered show vehicles.<ul><li>Best of Show (2 prizes)</li><li>Best Engine Bay (2 prizes)</li><li>Best Wheel Setup (2 prizes)</li><li>Best G8x (2 prizes)</li><li>Best F8x (2 prizes)</li><li>Best E9x (2 prizes)</li><li>Best E46 (2 prizes)</li><li>Best E36 (2 prizes)</li><li>Best E30 (2 prizes)</li><li>Best Wrap (2 prizes)</li><li>Best Paint (2 prizes)</li><li>Best Interior (2 prizes)</li><li>Best Classic BMW (2 prizes)</li><li>Best Modern BMW (2 prizes)</li><li>Best SUV (2 prizes)</li><li>Best Coupe (2 prizes)</li><li>Best Widebody (2 prizes)</li><li>Best Sedan (2 prizes)</li><li>Best Wagon (2 prizes)</li><li>Best Convertible (2 prizes)</li><li>Best Non M (2 prizes)</li><li>Best M (2 prizes)</li><li>Best A90/91 Supra (2 prizes)</li><li>The “Bimmer Girl Award” (2 prizes) (PRESENTED BY BIMMER GIRLS)</li><li>Best Vendor Setup (2 prizes)</li></ul>

SV Bimmer

Judged Car Show & Awards

Who’s going to be crowned the burnout king/queen of the INVASION of West Palm Beach? Apply to enter into the burnout competition. Registration will be filled on a first come, first serve basis (limited to 15 spots). The crowd will be the judge of who wins the competition.

Continental

Burnout Competition

Interested in showcasing your exhaust setup? Apply for the exhaust competition presented by Active Autowerke. All participants must apply for registration (limited to 15 spots). We cannot have duplicate setups enter the contest, so registration will be contingent on approval and filled on a first come, first serve basis. The crowd will be the judge of who wins the competition.

Active Autowerke

Exhaust Competition

Bimmer Invasion is teaming up with US Drift Circuit to bring the entire BMW drift community together! This will be the most action packed INVASION yet! We will have a lineup of special guests, and will also have an opportunity for others to join the fun. All spots must be approved by US DRIFT CIRCUIT.

Drift Exhibition: (Presented by US Drift Circuit)

Presented by IND9067 Southern Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33411

Bimmer Invasion returns to South Florida for the 2026 INVASION of West Palm Beach! Join us at the South Florida Fairgrounds for a day filled with BMW culture, curated show cars, and high-energy motorsport action.Enjoy fan-favorite activities including the judged car show, burnout and exhaust competitions, drift demos, vendor showcases, and more. Whether you’re displaying your build or coming to enjoy the scene, this event brings the entire BMW community together.Don’t miss one of the biggest BMW gatherings in the world. The INVASION of West Palm Beach 2026 is back and bigger than ever!

Description

South Florida Fairgrounds is a 100 acre fairground located right in the center of West Palm Beach. It is centrally located being 2.5 hours away from Orlando and only an hour north of Miami. This facility offers over 150,000 sq ft of indoor space for show cars and vendors to be on display. There will be a burnout box that will host both the Burnout &amp; Exhaust competition. There will also be a dedicated area for motorsport activities at the south of the property.

Venue

Saturday April, 4 2026 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM

When is the event?

South Florida Fairgrounds 9067 Southern Blvd West Palm Beach, FL 33411

Where is the event?

This event caters to BMW enthusiasts and focuses on bringing the BMW community together. Some of the day’s festivities include burnout &amp; exhaust competitions, drag racing, and an award ceremony to conclude the day. All of your favorite vendors will also be onsite showcasing their latest and greatest products and services!

What is the event?

The show starts at 11:00 AM and concludes at 6:00 PM.

How long is the event?

Yes. However, the only exceptions are MINI, Rolls-Royce, MK5 A90/A91 Supra’s. Non-BMW’s can park in the spectator lot.

Is this car show only for BMW's?

Yes, all BMW motorcycles are welcome.

Are motorcycles allowed?

General Admission $35, Motorcycle $40, Non-Judged Show Car $50, Judged Show Car $75, E9x Legends $75 (must apply), Vintage BMW $85 (must apply), Taste the Rainbow $85 (must apply), F8x VS G8x Arena $85 (must apply), VIP $150 (must apply)

How much do tickets cost?

Any vehicle produced in 2001 or earlier can park in this section (must apply for approval to make sure the vehicle meets our guidelines). These vehicles will be displayed inside an exhibit hall. If the vehicle’s production year started in 2000, for example 2000 E46 M3, all vehicles of that generation are eligible, for example 2005 E46 M3.

What is the Vintage BMW Section?

This VIP ticket provides an elevated spectator experience with early access, premium amenities, and exclusive comforts. Make the most of your day with catered meals, an open bar, and a premium observation deck. Does not include show car entry.

What is the VIP Spectator Experience?

Yes. There will be drifting all day, along with a burnout competition and an exhaust competition.

Will there be motorsport activities on-site?

All drift registration will go through US Drift Circuit directly. Please <a href="https://scorbot.app/events?dateStart=2026-02-04&dateEnd=2026-04-05&sport=motorspor%5B%E2%80%A6%5D5&mapLng=-90&mapZoom=3.5&selectedEvent=696e5d4a3bd7240b8ffbb8bd&location=&dateType=after%3A60&directedBy=698a98ac710f07686d45e9a4" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">apply here.</a>

How do I sign up for drifting?

Yes you can purchase ridelong tickets on-site. General Admission ride-along tickets will give you access to the first available driver. VIP ride-along tickets give you the ability to choose the driver you want to ride with.

Will there be ridealongs?

Show cars are discouraged from leaving early. Vehicles must remain stationary until ready to exit. Spectators (general admission parking) may come and go as they please. We must minimize traffic in the show area(s).

Can I leave the show early?

Yes. Spectators must purchase a ticket for entry. Kids 12 &amp; under are free.

If I don't have a show car, do I still need a ticket to get into the show?

Tickets at the gate are not guaranteed to be available on the day of the show. All tickets are LIMITED and we recommend purchasing your ticket ASAP (online) before they sell out.

Are tickets available to purchase at the gate?

Are pets allowed at the venue?

Yes we have partnered with hotel(s) in the area for a group rate.– <a href="https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1764977889854&key=GRP&app=resvlink&_branch_match_id=1420516935638744572&_branch_referrer=H4sIAAAAAAAAA8soKSkottLXTywo0MtNLCrKzC8p0UvOz9UvSi3OyczLtgdK2ALZZSCOWmaKraG5mYmlubmFhaWFqYladmqlrXtQgFpdUWpaKlB3Xnp8UlF%2BeXFqka1zRlF%2BbioALK9tHGAAAAA%3D&fbclid=PAVERFWAPL32tleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAaclAruqpAASldKFll02ppC2b7eNhn-f1hkMmgLUEYsf_517qDBonYU1ifiR6w_aem_Ojk5IZqOea-JeAhaSvKtAg">Courtyard West Palm Beach</a> 600 Northpoint Parkway West Palm Beach, Florida, 33407 – <a href="https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/deeplink/?ctyhocn=PBIARHT&groupCode=CHT906&arrivaldate=2026-04-02&departuredate=2026-04-05&cid=OM,WW,HILTONLINK,EN,DirectLink&fromId=HILTONLINKDIRECT">Home 2 Suites by Hilton West Palm Beach Airport</a> 2375 James L Turnage Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33406 – AirBnBs are available throughout the neighboring area(s).

Do you have any hotel/lodging recommendations nearby?

Yes, kids 12 &amp; under are free.

Are kids free to attend?

Only approved vendors may set up tents. Grills are prohibited on premises.

Are tents and grills allowed?

Yes there will be a multitude of food vendors on-site.

Will there be food available for purchase?

Yes there will be alcohol available for purchase on-site.

Is there alcohol sold on-site?

No, early entry will be denied. Please arrive at your designated time.

Is early entry permitted?

Are tickets refundable?

Are tickets transferable?

No. This is a show focused on all things BMW. We reserve the right to deny access to non-BMWs in the show area (exception A90/91 Supra, Mini, Rolls-Royce).

Can a non-BMW enter the car show?

No, parking is not an additional fee. It is included in your ticket price.

Do I have to pay for parking?

Vehicles who arrive together, can park together. However, it is not guaranteed.

Can I park with my club?

Yes. We will have approximately 70+ vendors on-site all catering to the BMW community.

Will there be vendors on-site?

Please apply at <a href="https://www.bimmer-invasion.com/events/west-palm-beach-2026/">bimmer-invasion.com</a> or send us an email submission (<a href="mailto:info@bimmer-invasion.com">info@bimmer-invasion.com</a>). Spots are limited to 50. The selection process takes 30-45 days.

How do I apply for VIP?

How do I apply for the Vintage Vault?

Please apply at bimmer-invasion.com or send us an email submission (<a href="mailto:info@bimmer-invasion.com">info@bimmer-invasion.com</a>). Spots are limited to 30. The selection process takes 30-45 days.

How do I apply for the F8x VS G8x Arena?

Please apply at bimmer-invasion.com or send us an email submission (<a href="mailto:info@bimmer-invasion.com">info@bimmer-invasion.com</a>). Spots are limited to 20. The selection process takes 30-45 days.

How do I apply for the E9x Legends Exhibit?

Please apply at bimmer-invasion.com or send us an email submission (<a href="mailto:info@bimmer-invasion.com">info@bimmer-invasion.com</a>). Spots are limited to 25. The selection process takes 30-45 days.

How do I apply for the Taste the Rainbow Exhibit?

Please apply at bimmer-invasion.com or send us an email submission (<a href="mailto:info@bimmer-invasion.com">info@bimmer-invasion.com</a>). Spots are limited to 15 and are on a first come first serve basis.

How do I apply for the Burnout Competition?

Please apply at bimmer-invasion.com or send us an email submission (<a href="mailto:info@bimmer-invasion.com">info@bimmer-invasion.com</a>). Spots are limited to 15 and require approval. Our goal is to offer a variety of different setups. First come first serve is a factor when approving similar setups.

How do I apply for the Exhaust Competition?

Please apply and purchase a ticket on the US <a href="https://scorbot.app/events?dateStart=2026-02-04&dateEnd=2026-04-05&sport=motorspor%5B%E2%80%A6%5D5&mapLng=-90&mapZoom=3.5&selectedEvent=696e5d4a3bd7240b8ffbb8bd&location=&dateType=after%3A60&directedBy=698a98ac710f07686d45e9a4">Drift Circuit website.</a> Please be sure to read ALL the rules and regulations.

How do I apply for the Drift Competition?

Please inquire with us at <a href="mailto:info@bimmer-invasion.com">info@bimmer-invasion.com</a>.

How do I become a sponsor? (Sold out)

Judged Show Car roll-in starts at 8:00 AM. Non-Judged Show Car roll-in starts at 9:00 AM. Early access will be denied. The cutoff is 12:00 PM. Anyone who arrives after 12:00, will not be allowed in the show area per fire marshal.

What time do I need to be there if my vehicle will be on display?

All spectator parking will be on the northside of the venue.

If I am visiting the show, where can I park?

Yes there are bathrooms throughout the venue.

Will there be bathrooms available?

No. Unauthorized drones are not allowed on-site without special permission.

Are drones permitted on-site?

Yes. All show car vehicles, including booth cars, are judged and eligible to receive awards including drag racing, burnout competition, and exhaust competition participants. However, booth cars are judged separately from show cars.

Are booth cars eligible to receive awards?

The INVASION of West Palm Beach PRESENTED BY <a href="https://ind-distribution.com/">IND</a> features a judged car show, over 150,000 square feet of exhibition space, easter egg hunt, motorsport activities, and other forms of entertainment.There will be 3 separate exhibit halls with different themes:<ol><li>The ULTIMATE Hall (VIP Show Cars, Taste the Rainbow Exhibit, 30 Years of M3 Exhibit)</li><li>F8x VS G8x Arena (F8x and G8x cars only)</li><li>Vintage Vault (Vehicles produced in 2001 or earlier)</li></ol>All indoor display vehicles will need to be submitted for approval.ALL VIP SHOW CARS WILL BE ON DISPLAY IN THE ULTIMATE HALL (INCLUDING TASTE THE RAINBOW EXHIBIT). ONLY VIP SHOW CARS WILL RECEIVE A GOODIE BAG AND CAR CULTURE T-SHIRT WITH THEIR ENTRY TICKET (EXCLUDING TASTE THE RAINBOW).Indoor display vehicles in the F8x VS G8x Arena and Vintage Vault do not include a goodie bag or event t-shirt.Vendor booth cars are also eligible to receive awards.

The Main Event

We are looking for unique and tastefully done builds to showcase inside the ULTIMATE HALL at South Florida Fairgrounds. VIP show cars will be more spread out, optimizing the opportunity for media coverage. All vehicles are eligible for awards.All VIP vehicles must be approved and spots are LIMITED. Applications will be accepted starting Friday December 26th. The last day to apply is Friday March 6th at 11:59 PM EST. Anyone who applies after March 6th will be put on a waitlist, but please note that we will be considering vehicles that applied on-time before considering late submissions.<ul><li>VIP participants will also receive:</li><li>VIP Badge &amp; Lanyard</li><li>Exclusive VIP T-Shirt</li><li>Exclusive VIP Goodie Bag</li><li>Does not include VIP Spectator Experience</li></ul>

VIP SHOW CAR (Indoor Display): $150

The F8x and G8x Arena will be a dedicated exhibit hall to F8x and G8x vehicles only. Vehicles will be facing each other to signify a “battle.” One side will be F8x, and the other will be G8x (Must be M2, M3, M4). There will also be vendors on display inside this exhibit hall. All vehicles are eligible for awards.All F8x VS G8x Arena vehicles must be approved and spots are LIMITED. Applications will be accepted starting Friday December 26th. The last day to apply is Friday March 6th at 11:59 PM EST. Anyone who applies after March 6th will be put on a waitlist, but please note that we will be considering vehicles that applied on-time before considering late submissions.

Ram Air USA

F8x VS G8x Arena Show Car (Indoor Display): $85

The exhibit will be dedicated for INDIVIDUAL COLORS ONLY inside the ULTIMATE HALL. There will only be 1 vehicle approved for each color. We are looking for a variety of vehicles to represent the “rainbow” (Non-rainbow colors could be accepted, example: Nardo Grey).All Taste the Rainbow vehicles must be approved and spots are LIMITED. Applications will be accepted starting Friday December 26th. The last day to apply is Friday March 6th at 11:59 PM EST. Anyone who applies after March 6th will be put on a waitlist, but please note that we will be considering vehicles that applied on-time before considering late submissions.

Edelweiss

Taste the Rainbow Exhibit (Indoor Display): $85

All Vintage Vault vehicles must be approved and spots are LIMITED. Applications will be accepted starting Friday December 26th. The last day to apply is Friday March 6th at 11:59 PM EST. Anyone who applies after March 6th will be put on a waitlist, but please note that we will be considering vehicles that applied on-time before considering late submissions.

E30 MOB

Precision Sport Industries (PSI)

Vintage Vault (Indoor Display): $85

This exhibit will be dedicated to the E9x platform. Both M and Non-M vehicles will be considered. This exhibit will be in a COVERED dedicated area displaying the best of the best.All E9x Legends vehicles must be approved and spots are LIMITED. Applications will be accepted starting Friday December 26th. The last day to apply is Friday March 6th at 11:59 PM EST. Anyone who applies after March 6th will be put on a waitlist, but please note that we will be considering vehicles that applied on-time before considering late submissions.

NRW Design

E9x Legends (Covered Outdoor Display): $75

For the first time ever, Bimmer Invasion teams up with <a href="https://usdriftcircuit.com/">US Drift Circuit</a>, the Southeast’s only Pro-Am <a href="https://www.formulad.com/">Formula Drift</a> pipeline, to deliver the most action-packed INVASION in our history.This isn’t a demo. This isn’t a parking-lot sideshow.This is real drifting on a real circuit, built for drivers who want seat time and fans who want smoke, speed, and chaos done right.Expect top-tier organization, structured run groups, and an elevated drift experience, plus appearances and full-send runs from Formula Drift stars like <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@AdamLZ">Adam LZ</a>, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@chelseadenofa/videos">Chelsea DeNofa</a>, and more.Whether you’re:<ul><li>A driver looking for a professionally run drift experience worth every dollar</li><li>Or a spectator ready to witness BMW culture collide with elite drifting at full throttle</li></ul>This INVASION raises the bar.More action. More structure. More adrenaline. Welcome to the next evolution of Bimmer Invasion.<img src="https://app.bimmer-invasion.com/api/media/file/Photo-Mar-08-2026-23-29-14.jpg" alt="Photo Mar 08 2026 23 29 03" style="max-width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:16px 0;" />

Redz Shop NY

US Drift Circuit

Drift HQ

LZMFG

Easter Slide Drift Exhibition (Hosted by US Drift Circuit)

Join the Passport Program our Easter-style scavenger hunt across the show floor. Visit participating vendor booths and collect all 32 stamps in your passport booklet.Pick up your booklet at entry (while supplies last), complete the challenge, and turn it in to receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win $1,500 cash and a set of Continental Tires.Explore, collect, and win.

GT Haus

EASTER EGG HUNT

Bimmer Invasion will be offering a VIP spectator experience. VIPs will have a dedicated hospitality building for them to hangout &amp; network with like minded individuals. This building will be air-conditioned and also has an observation deck that gives you a view of the entire show. Food &amp; Drink will be included along with the following:<ul><li>INVASION of WPB ’26 Event Shirt</li><li>VIP Goodie Bag</li><li>Early Access to event</li><li>Dedicated VIP Spectator Parking</li><li>Fully catered lunch</li><li>Complimentary Soft Drinks</li><li>Open Bar (Guest must be 21+)</li><li>Assorted Snacks</li><li>VIP Discount of 20% at INVASION Merchandise Tent(s)</li><li>Limited Availability</li><li>VIP Spectator Ticket DOES NOT include Show Car Entry</li></ul>

VIP SPECTATOR EXPERIENCE: $200 

This is BMWs to participate in the judged car show (outside). All vehicles are eligible to receive awards. Each ticket covers the driver. All passengers in your vehicle must purchase a spectator ticket. A sticker will be placed on all judged cars to notify judges that vehicle must be assessed. You must also submit your judging sheet to us digitally. All vehicles must stay until the end of the show.

Car Show Judged Ticket (Outdoor Display): $75

This is BMWs to park in the show area, but they will not be judged. This gives you the opportunity to be a part of the show instead of parking in the general spectator lot. Each ticket covers the driver. All passengers in your vehicle must purchase a spectator ticket. All vehicles must stay until the end of the show.

Car Show Non-Judged Ticket (Outdoor Display): $50

West Palm Beach 2026

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We have partnered with a neighboring hotel for our guests traveling from out of town. This hotel is 15 minutes from the venue and is close to the PBI airport and downtown West Palm Beach.

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