The 2024 Washington, D.C. Auto Show returns to the Walter E Washington Convention Center from Friday, January 19 through Sunday, January 28. Leading auto manufacturers will showcase their latest models and innovations, offering attendees a sneak peek into the cutting-edge developments driving the automotive industry forward. From sleek electric vehicles to powerful SUVs, the displays will cater to various automotive tastes.
As the region’s largest indoor event and one of the top auto shows in the United States, the 2024 show will have displays from Toyota, Ford, Hyundai, Nissan, Subaru, and many more. Pepco’s EVsmart Ride N’ Drive returns for attendees to cruise the streets of D.C. and Subaru brings back their fur-ever friends through their Subaru Loves Pets initiative. Hyundai once again welcomes guests to ride shotgun on their indoor test tracks. Art-of-Motion shows off the creative genius of local artists and custom cars, trucks, and bikes.
Adding to the excitement is Nissan’s brand-new indoor ride n’ drive. Included within their display, attendees will have the unique opportunity to feel the pulse of innovation as they experience the power and performance of Nissan’s latest models in an exciting and controlled indoor environment.
The all-new DC eDrives experience is another exciting and immersive journey into the future of transportation. From displays of the latest innovations in electric vehicles, autonomous driving, and sustainable transportation to indoor and outdoor clean ride n’ drives featuring the latest EV models. This experience, which is sprinkled on both show floors, invites attendees to witness firsthand how the industry is evolving to meet the demands of a greener and more connected future.
This year’s Kid Zone takes family fun to the next level. Engaging displays, interactive driving simulators, the WowWheelz indoor driving experience, and our all-new bounce house corner. Whether you’re a seasoned car enthusiast or a family looking for a day of fun, this event promises something for everyone.
The frigid cold temperatures and recent snowy/icy conditions couldn’t keep car enthusiasts indoors. Saturday showed how badly residents and car fans alike wanted to get to D.C. for the show.
There were a handful of car clubs and custom shops in attendance to show off rare finds by automakers like Rolls-Royce, Bentley, and Aston Martin. Custom bikes were on display, a handful of authentic Nissan Skylines (R34), and even a Bugatti for good measure.
Remaining Schedule for the Auto Show:
Monday, January 22 – Thursday, January 25, 12:00 noon – 8:00 pm;
Friday, January 26, 12:00 – 9:00 pm
Saturday, January 27, 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
Sunday, January 28, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
You can buy tickets on-site at the convention via kiosk or you can buy them online HERE
Learn more about this year’s show including a list of automakers in attendance and a site map on the show’s website.
Convention Center Address: 801 Allen Y. Lew Place NW, Washington, DC 20001
The Washington, D.C. Auto Show is held each January at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center and is the largest annual indoor public event in the District of Columbia. For more than 80 years, the auto show has modified its programming to accommodate the latest advances and trends in car technology. With the rise in connectivity and autonomous capabilities, the 2024 Auto Show will highlight mobility advancements in all forms of transportation through its brand-new DC eDrives experience. Browse the extensive displays of battery-powered vehicles, sustainable buses, and new forms of all-electric mobility, along with the classic fan favorites like the exotic and luxury car displays.
-Jon Jones