Santana de Parnaíba’s Historic Center became a true journey through time during the 23rd Antique Automobile Meeting, held on Sunday, July 12. The event featured more than 300 classic vehicles and attracted thousands of car enthusiasts, collectors, families, and tourists.

Visitors from several cities across the state of São Paulo and the metropolitan region attended the event, reinforcing Santana de Parnaíba’s position as an important cultural, historical, and tourism destination.

Traditionally held on the second Sunday of July, the Antique Automobile Meeting is now part of the city’s official calendar, bringing historic automobiles that represent different eras of the automotive industry.

Among this year’s highlights were the iconic DeLorean, made famous by the Back to the Future trilogy and displayed at the event for the first time, as well as a Batmobile replica inspired by Batman’s legendary vehicle. The exhibition also featured Porsche, Chamonix, Ford Model A, Chevrolet Hot Rods, and other rare collector vehicles.

In addition to the exhibition, visitors enjoyed food fairs, food trucks, craft breweries, antique markets, artisan fairs, sculptures, and live musical performances throughout the day. The event concluded with a concert by the Brazilian rock band IRA!, drawing a large audience to the Historic Center.

The gathering also boosted the local economy by supporting restaurants, cafés, shops, artisans, and small businesses. The Municipal Social Assistance Fund also participated with initiatives to support community projects.

Organized by the City Hall of Santana de Parnaíba through the Municipal Department of Culture and Tourism, the 23rd Antique Automobile Meeting once again highlighted the city’s rich historical heritage while promoting culture, tourism, social engagement, and economic development.