Monaco in Overdrive: Top Marques 2026 Set to Break All Records

 

From 6 to 10 May 2026, the spotlight returns to the glittering shores of Monaco as Top Marques Monaco storms back into the iconic Grimaldi Forum under the High Patronage of Prince Albert II of Monaco. And if organisers are to be believed, this won’t just be another edition — it will be the biggest, boldest, and most electrifying showcase in the event’s history.

Branded as “the world’s most exclusive auto show,” Top Marques is doubling down on spectacle in 2026 with an expanded footprint, headline-grabbing world premieres, and an entirely new pavilion devoted to elite automotive artistry.

The Luxury Tuners Hall: Power Meets Personalisation

New for 2026 is a 1,500m² Luxury Tuners Hall in the Verrière space of the Grimaldi Forum — a dedicated arena for bespoke automotive craftsmanship. This addition marks a natural evolution for the show, shining a spotlight on the high-performance customisers and design houses that transform already extraordinary machines into rolling works of art.

Leading the charge is Mansory, joined by tuning powerhouses including TopCar and Brabus. Expect exclusive unveilings, radical reinterpretations of iconic marques, and the kind of craftsmanship that blurs the line between engineering and obsession.

Hypercars, Electric Revolutionaries & Design Icons

The Supercar Hall promises a string of world premieres designed to stop even the most seasoned collectors in their tracks.

Among the headline debuts:

• Giamaro Krafla — a ferocious hypercar packing a quad-turbo V12 delivering a staggering 2,157 PS.

• Baltasar Revolt — the first fully road-legal, FIA-compliant electric track-day weapon.

• Hedonic Machines — presenting handcrafted creations inspired by legends like the 911 and Defender.

Beyond the premieres, automotive royalty will be out in full force. Expect the latest creations from Aston Martin, Ferrari, Bentley, Rolls-Royce, Bugatti, Lamborghini and Porsche — with further details to be unveiled at April’s press conference at the legendary Casino de Monte-Carlo.

Beyond the Road: Timepieces, Jewels & Airborne Luxury

Top Marques has long outgrown its “auto show” label. The 2026 edition will also showcase bespoke motorbikes, superboats, even an aircraft — alongside a record-breaking Watch and Jewellery Pavilion.

One of the most intriguing debuts comes from Dutch heritage brand Van Bergen 1795, stepping into fine watchmaking for the first time. Known historically for tower clocks and chimes, the maison will unveil its inaugural Heero collection — 230 individually numbered pieces featuring half-hourly chimes inspired by its centuries-old bell-making tradition.

A special Monaco edition — 50 titanium pieces and nine in white gold — will mark the launch. In a symbolic gesture, the first Monaco edition timepiece will be presented to Prince Albert II, while a second exclusive model will be auctioned in support of the Princess Charlene of Monaco Foundation.

Monaco Debuts Worth the Hype

Adding to the anticipation, the limited-edition Bovensiepen Zagato — a striking fusion of Italian design flair and Bavarian engineering — will make its Monaco debut, reinforcing the show’s reputation as the ultimate stage for global unveilings.

With expanded exhibition space, unprecedented premieres, and a broader luxury lifestyle dimension than ever before, Top Marques Monaco 2026 isn’t simply promising growth — it’s positioning itself as the definitive high-octane luxury event on the international calendar.

In Monaco, excess isn’t an indulgence. It’s tradition. And this May, tradition goes full throttle.