From 12 14 to April, Lungomare Caracciolo of Naples transforms into the stage of Naples Motor Show, an event created to fuel the passion for motor racing in our once historic city.
The history of the Napoli Racing Show
Il Naples Motor Show is inspired by the glorious tradition of motor racing that has characterized Naples and its surroundings, in particular during the sixties. In those years, the grand prix of Posillipo it was a point of reference in the world of racing, an event that rivaled the prestigious GP of Montecarlo.
A celebration of speed and automotive engineering and a tribute to those historical moments that saw Naples at the center of international attention for its spectacular races. The goal is to bring back the thrill and emotion of those times, by doing relive the passion for motorsport in one of the liveliest and most fascinating cities in Italy.
How the Via Caracciolo circuit is made
The circuit that hosts the Naples Motor Show winds along the iconic Lungomare Caracciolo, transforming into a breathtaking stage for competitions. About 1290 meters long, the track stands out as it aims to test the skills of the drivers and the efficiency of the cars. The grandstands are strategically positioned along the course to experience the adrenaline of racing in a direct and engaging way.
Opening and closing times of the Naples Motor Show
Il Naples Motor Show follows these opening hours to the public:
- Friday April 12th: opening at 12:00, closing at 22:00
- Saturday April 13th: start of activities at 8:00, conclusion at 22:00
- Sunday April 14: opening from 10:00, closing of the event at 20:00
The Program of the Naples Motor Show
The program of Naples Motor Show is structured as follows:
Friday April 12 2024
- 10.00: Road safety and KART driving lessons for autistic children at the Libertas Association stand.
- 11.00: Inauguration of Piazza Mennato Boffa in Viale del Parco Virgiliano by the Mayor of Naples.
- 12.00: Inauguration of 1st City of Naples Trophy/Naples Grand Prix.
- 13.00: Performance by DRIFTING and start of the Concorso di Eleganza for historic cars at Villa Pignatelli.
- 15.00 – 17.00: Track dedicated to dealers and exhibitions.
- 17.00 – 19.00: Free and various trials of the City of Naples Trophy.
- 18.00: Conference at Villa Pignatelli on “AUTOMOTIVE AND ECOLOGICAL TRANSITION. NOTHING IS LIKE BEFORE".
- 19.00 – 20.00: Track dedicated to dealers and exhibitions.
- 20.00 – 20.30: Parade of competing cars.
- 20.30 – 22.30: Free tests of the competing cars.
Saturday April 13 2024
- 8.15 – 11.00: City of Naples Trophy races.
- 11.00 – 11.30: Performance of Fire Brigade..
- 11.30 – 12.30: Performance by DRIFTING and track dedicated to dealers and exhibitions.
- 12.30 – 13.00: Exhibition of the champions of Map.
- 13.00 – 13.30: Motorcycle parade of the “Col Casco” Association.
- 13.30 – 13.45: Greetings to the Neapolitan automotive champion Antonio Maglione.
- 13.45 – 17.30: City of Naples Trophy races.
- 17.30 – 20.00: Track dedicated to dealers and exhibitions on the internal track only.
- 18.00: Conference at the Tennis Club on “HOW TO GOVERN ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND NEW TECHNOLOGIES”.
- 21.00: Performance of Drones (to be confirmed).
Sunday April 14 2024
- 8.00 – 10.30: City of Naples Trophy races.
- 10.30: “Challenge of the Famous” with personalities behind the wheel of racing cars.
- 11.30 – 11.45: “Tractor Challenge” by COLDIRETTI.
- 11.45 – 12.00: “Varenne's niece's tyre”.
- 12.00 – 12.15: Greetings to the champion Cosimo Turizio with the HESKETH FORMULA 1.
- 12.15 – 16.00: City of Naples Trophy races.
- 16.00 – 16.40: Performance by DRIFTING and track dedicated to dealers and exhibitions.
- 16.40 – 17.40: Finals of the City of Naples Trophy.
- 18.00: City of Naples Trophy awards ceremony.
- 22.00: Closing of NAPLES RACING SHOW.
Entrance is free but mandatory booking via the website.
