The Open Road Experience
Now Closed for 2027. Join the 2028 Waitlist.
Thank you for the interest in The Open Road Experience. The 2027 experience is now closed, and we are already planning 2028.
Joining the waitlist is free and comes with no obligation. It simply gives you first priority when 2028 spaces open, before they are offered to anyone else.
The week, day by day
This itinerary reflects our 2027 program and is shared as a preview. Dates, details and pricing for 2028 will be sent to waitlist members first.
Together
Arrival & Welcome Reception
An opening evening to set the tone for the week, with drinks, something to eat, and the first of many conversations.
Barrett-Jackson
A full day on the floor among the lots at WestWorld. The evening is yours to explore Scottsdale's dining.
Anghel Restorations Open House
A close look at concours Mustang and Shelby work.
Barrett-Jackson Prime Time
The marquee night of the auction. A reserved place in the Luxury Lounge for Prime Time, all of us together.
Farewell
A relaxed coffee in the lobby before departures.
Car Lovers
Private Family Car Collection
More than one hundred cars, shown by the family who keeps them. A group visit, and the quiet centerpiece of the week.
Martin Auto Museum
A morning among the collection, general admission with the group.
Penske Racing Museum
Trophies, race cars, and the history of one of motorsport's great names.
Auction Preview Circuit
Free public preview at RM Sotheby's with transport, before the Barrett-Jackson floor opens.
Leisure
A Day at Leisure or Shopping
The Scottsdale Quarter is an easy walk from the hotel. Transfers to the Tempe outlets can be arranged.
Optional Sedona Day Trip
Among the red rocks, or a day at your own pace.
Optional Sunrise Hot Air Balloon
Over the desert, then a free afternoon.
A Free Day
Explore Scottsdale at your own pace.
Included for every guest
A three-day Barrett-Jackson pass for each guest
Seven nights at your choice of hotel, the Holiday Inn North Airpark or the Hyatt Place and Hyatt House, breakfast included at the Hyatt
The welcome reception, hosted
Martin Auto Museum and Penske Racing Museum visits
The private family collection visit
Free public preview at RM Sotheby's, with transport
The Anghel Restorations open house
Shared ground transport on activity days
Gatherwell hosting and coordination throughout
Airfare is not included. Most meals beyond breakfast and the welcome reception are yours to enjoy across Scottsdale's dining scene at your own pace.
Optional add-ons
Sedona day trip among the red rocks
A morning of pampering, manicures, pedicures, and more
Sunrise hot air balloon over the desert
Spa half-day
Private airport transfer
Luxury Lounge day pass at Barrett-Jackson
Travel insurance
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The Scottsdale Car Week
Private auction access, a Barrett-Jackson Luxury Lounge pass, and a curated program of exclusive experiences. The full experience for those who want it all.
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