Every Labor Day weekend, Auburn, Indiana comes alive with the roar of engines and the shine of vintage automobiles. It’s time for the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Festival—a celebration of history, elegance, innovation, and the community that keeps these legends rolling. Car enthusiasts from around the world gather in our charming hometown to experience a weekend filled with nostalgia, excitement, and automotive brilliance.

The Festival honors the legacy of three iconic American marques—Auburn, Cord, and Duesenberg—while inviting visitors to explore DeKalb County’s four outstanding automotive museums. At the heart of it all, the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum offers a stunning Art Deco backdrop filled with historic automobiles, special exhibits, guided tours, and programs that highlight the golden age of American motoring.

Throughout the weekend, attendees can marvel at meticulously preserved classics in the renowned Parade of Classics, take part in the 800-car Cruise-In, or feel the adrenaline of modern exotics. Live music, delicious food, and family-friendly activities fill the streets, creating an atmosphere that blends heritage with celebration.

Across town, vendors at the Early Ford V-8 Foundation Museum host their annual swap meet on the Worldwide Auction grounds, while Worldwide Auctioneers carries on the long-standing tradition of the boutique Auburn Auction—an Auburn staple since 1971.

While the cars are unquestionably the stars, the ACD Festival is truly a community-wide experience. It’s a weekend that honors Auburn’s rich automotive past while infusing the town with energy, food, music, and fun for all ages.