RAND Luxury marks 20 years with sold-out Hamptons Concours d’Elegance

RAND Luxury celebrated its 20th anniversary on Aug. 19 with the sold-out 2026 Hamptons Concours d’Elegance at the Fishel estate in Bridgehampton, drawing celebrities, collectors and luxury brands. The event paired more than $100 million in collector cars and lifestyle displays with charitable support for South Fork Natural History Museum & Nature Center and Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation.

Why it matters: - The Hamptons Concours d’Elegance has become a marquee East End summer fundraiser that blends collector cars, luxury marketing and charity. - This year’s event paired more than $100 million in automobiles, experiences and fundraising activity with support for the South Fork Natural History Museum & Nature Center and the Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation. - RAND Luxury used the 20th anniversary event to expand its reach in the Hamptons and test a new wellness-focused format.

What happened: - Executive Producer Bradford Rand and RAND Luxury staged the 2026 Hamptons Concours d’Elegance on Aug. 19 at the private Bridgehampton estate of Kenneth and Maria Fishel. - The event sold out in advance. - Candace Bushnell presented the Sexiest Car Award. - Todd English presented the English Award. - Ramona Singer presented the Forever Fabulous Award. - Michael Patrizio of MAST Capital presented the Diamond Award. - MAST Capital was the title sponsor and showcased Cipriani Residences and Perigon Miami. - Morgan Shara co-produced the event and added a “Morning of Wellness” feature. - Jayne Gottlieb, founder of Aspen Shakti, led movement and meditation during the Morning Wellness Experience.

The details: - Award winners were Dr. Sam Rizk for a 2020 Ferrari Pista Spider, James Minutello for a 1968 Jaguar XKE, Gregg Gottsegen for a 2025 Ferrari 296 GTS and Robert Schmitter for a 1964 Porsche 356. - The event drew automotive enthusiasts, collectors, celebrities and luxury lifestyle brands. - Notable attendees included Bradford Rand, Kenneth and Maria Fishel, Candace Bushnell, Ramona Singer, Todd English, Marc Packer, Fern Mallis, Mike Dirnt of Green Day, John Cusimano, Todd Rome, Dr. Sam Rizk, Alan Lieberman, Michael Patrizio, Lois Robbins, Todd Deutsch, Morgan Shara, Rachael Brook, Jean Shafiroff, DJ KK Blonde, Jonathan Tucker, Christopher Gravagna, Kathy Prounis and Antonella Bertolucci. - Guests explored a luxury showcase featuring private aviation, fine jewelry, watches, fashion, artwork, real estate and home design. - The event also included a catered brunch plus premium wines and spirits. - Participating sponsors and brands included MAST Capital, Louis XIII Cognac, Ferrari of Long Island, Cipriani Residences Miami, Aston Martin Long Island, Morgan Stanley, Ferrari Club of America, Manhattan Motorcars, Palm Bay Int’l., Barnes Yachting, Bang & Olufsen, Rose Forever, Gotham Trading, ApolloJets, McLaren Long Island, Tres Guitarras Tequila, Nova Jewelry, Mercedes-Benz of Southampton, The Perigon, Cecie, Ducati New York, Mezcalum, Telmont, Long Island Sports Cars, La Croix, Lessing’s Hospitality Group, Lexus of Southampton, Garage Living, Annie Brennan, Peroni, Porsche Club of America, Saint Jo Skincare, Boast, Motor Club, Crystal Head Vodka, Ryan Friedman Motor Cars, JD Watches, The Stock Collection, East Hampton Shucker, PINKO, PopUp Bagels, Hampton Ice, Pincus Plastic Surgery, Ray-Ban, Persol, Miu Miu, Grand Elite Motors, Putnam Leasing, artist M. Schorr, Art Hamptons, Lola and the Boys, Kira’s Cookies and Rally Point East, among others. - Event details and the sponsor list are available here. - RAND Luxury says it has produced more than 2,500 events since 1993, including Job Expo, TECHEXPO, The Cyber Security Summit, The Luxury Technology Show, Go Green Expo, Investment Expo, the Luxury Escape Lounge at Sundance, Tribeca Film Festival events and the Hamptons Luxury Brunch Series. - RAND Luxury has also produced automotive launch unveilings for Lamborghini, Bugatti, Rolls-Royce, Aston Martin, Bentley, Maserati and McLaren.

Between the lines: - The Morning of Wellness signals RAND Luxury is broadening the concours beyond cars into a broader lifestyle platform. - The combination of celebrity presenters, luxury brands and charity beneficiaries suggests the event is designed to attract both high-net-worth attendees and sponsor dollars. - The addition of wellness programming and plans for future destinations point to a possible national expansion strategy.

What's next: - Bradford Rand and Morgan Shara plan to bring the wellness-and-collector-car format to select destinations across the U.S. - RAND Luxury will continue promoting its event series in New York City, the Hamptons and other entertainment and luxury markets. - The charity partnerships tied to the concours are likely to remain central to the event model.