The Dandelion Chandelier Planes, Yachts and Autos Luxury Calendar is all about speed machines: air shows, auto shows, supercars, collector car auctions, Formula One races and superyacht regattas in May 2019. These are the best plane, yacht and car events in May. For the rest of the Luxury Calendar, click here.
what’s happening in the world of speed machines in May 2019?
The month of May in the world of planes, yachts and autos can be summed up in one word: iconic. There will be prestigious races, sales and shows all month. From the Monaco Grand Prix to the Automobile Barcelona to Sotheby’s Berluti: The Art of Craftsmanship.
There’s a tribute to the best in boating with The World Superyacht Awards, as well as a chance to bid on one of the most coveted car collections in the US at the Guyton Collection auction.
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best events in planes yachts and autos this may
1. Luxury Auto Shows and Supercars
Sotheby’s Paris is hosting an auction celebrating Berluti’s technical skill and craftsmanship. Berluti: The Art of Craftsmanship is comprised of pieces that showcase the pillars of Berluti’s heritage and proficiency. Specifically, the brand’s distinct hand-crafted patina and its exclusive Venezia leather. The standout lot is a Porsche 911 from 1973, the first car ever to be fully customized in an exclusive Berluti leather interior – through May 7
Keels & Wheels Concours d’ Elegance is a classic car and vintage wooden boat show. It takes place 30 miles south of Houston at the Lakewood Yacht Club. Nearly 60 car judges and 20 boat judges evaluate approximately 40 car classes for cars and 20 boat classes – May 4 – 5
This year marks 100 years of the Automobile Barcelona show – May 9 – 10
PORSCHE TARGA BERLUTI. PHOTO ©BRUNO DES GAYETS
2. Collector Car Auctions
RM Sotheby’s is presenting the coveted Guyton Collection, comprising the cars and automobilia of the late collector Fred Guyton. To be held in St. Louis, Missouri, the auction will include 60 veteran, brass and classic-era automobiles, along with hundreds of collectibles – May 4 – 5
Held every two years since 2011, RM Sotheby’s exclusive Villa Erba sale takes place along the beautiful shores of Lake Como, Italy. Held in partnership with the revered Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este, the events combine to make for an unforgettable celebration of cars – May 5
A spring tradition for collector car enthusiasts, RM Sotheby’s: Auburn Spring Auction returns to the historic Auburn Auction Park in Indiana – May 29 – Jun 1
A selection from the Guyton Collection
3. Superyacht regattas and yacht shows
This year marks the third edition of the Antigua to Bermuda Race. It’s organized by the Royal Bermuda Yacht Club in association with Antigua Sailing Week. The 935-mile oceanic race starts off in Fort Charlotte, Antigua – May 8
Returning to Barcelona for its second year is the Superyacht Show at OneOcean Port Vell. The show offers both potential superyacht buyers and charterers the chance to step aboard some of the world’s leading yachts – May 8 – 11
Catch the 18th edition of the East Med Yacht Show at the Marina Zea in Piraeus, Greece. Timed to coincide with the start of the summer cruising season, the show welcomes charter brokers, yachting professionals, travel agents and media representatives – May 10 – 13
The 14th annual edition of The World Superyacht Awards, in association with Oyster Yachts, will take place in London – May 16 – 18
Antigua to Bermuda Race
4. Formula One and other Auto Races
The Spanish Grand Prix (or Gran Premio de España) will be held at the Circuit de Catalunya in Barcelona – May 10 – 12
The Monaco Grand Prix returns to the winding streets of Monte Carlo for its 77th year. Who will be crowned champion of this prestigious race in 2019? A combination of precision driving, technical excellence and sheer bravery is required – May 23 – 26
This year marks the 103rd running of the Indianapolis 500 – drivers travel 200 times around a 2.5 mile oval track – May 26
The Formula One Monte Carlo Grand Prix
© FOTO STUDIO
5. Air Shows
The Military Aviation Museum in Virginia Beach will host its 10th edition of Warbirds Over the Beach, where attendees can take a trip back in time to World War II – May 17 – 19
The Miami Beach Air & Sea Show is a two-day event showcasing military fighter jets, bombers and equipment from all branches of the United States Military. Afterward, the stage will be transformed for the Music Explosion, featuring Miami native Flo Rida – May 25 – 26
Warbirds Over the Beach
That’s it. Our top picks for the best events in planes yachts and autos in May 2019. Have a brilliant month.
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