Mecum Kissimmee 2027: Dates, What to Expect, How to Plan
Mecum Auctions runs collector-car sales around the country, and its Kissimmee, Florida event is the one that opens the year. It is a multi-day auction at Osceola Heritage Park, and for many enthusiasts it is the first big look at what the 2027 collector-car market has to offer.
As listed at time of writing, Mecum Kissimmee 2027 runs from January 5 to 17, 2027, at Osceola Heritage Park, 1875 Silver Spur Lane, Kissimmee, Florida. A venue listing names the event and address, and ticket and campground listings show that January 5 to 17 window. This window comes from those third-party listings rather than an organiser announcement, so confirm the dates, daily schedule and ticket details at mecum.com before planning.
What kind of event is it? A big, busy auction with a lot of cars on offer, and a lot of walking. You can attend as a bidder, as a seller who consigns a car, or as a spectator who wants to see hundreds of cars up close. The cars span the hobby: pre-war classics, muscle cars, hot rods, trucks, modern performance cars and more. Because the sale is spread over many days, different types of cars tend to sell on different days, so the order of sale matters if you are after something in particular.
Who does it suit? Collectors shopping for a specific car, owners thinking about selling, and anyone who enjoys looking at a large, varied field of vehicles in one place. If you love a certain make, scan the catalogue in advance and plan your days around it. Mecum publishes lot listings ahead of its sales, so you can build a shortlist before you travel.
How do you plan? Florida in January draws crowds of its own, so lodging and rental cars can book up. Settle your dates early, look at hotels in Kissimmee and nearby Orlando, and check what parking is offered at the venue, because the venue site has dedicated Parking, Box Office and FAQ pages. If you plan to bid, read the bidder registration steps and the buyer terms well in advance. If you plan to consign, ask the auction company what deadlines and fees apply to your car.
Tips for first-timers. Arrive early on the day you care about most, because the best look at a car is before its time on the block. Walk the cars with a notebook or phone, and compare what you see with the catalogue description. Set a firm budget for any bidding and remember that fees apply on top of the final price. Bring comfortable shoes, water and sun protection, since much of a Florida day is spent outdoors.
Mecum runs other sales too. Its Indianapolis spring sale ran in May in 2026, but no 2027 dates had been announced at time of writing, so check the Mecum calendar. A Mecum motorcycle auction in Las Vegas has been reported for February 3 to 6, 2027 at the South Point Hotel & Casino, per Powersports Business. For another big winter auction, see our Barrett-Jackson guide at /discover/blog/barrett-jackson-scottsdale-2027. And if you like a classic car show with a swap meet, Daytona's Turkey Run is covered at /discover/blog/daytona-turkey-run-2027.
If you are thinking about selling a car, treat the event as a project rather than a weekend. Talk to the auction company well ahead of time about what documentation they want, how the car should be presented, and what deadlines apply. Gather the paperwork for the car, such as ownership records and any restoration receipts, and take clear photographs. If you are thinking about buying, the same discipline applies in reverse: read the catalogue description, look at the car in person if you can, and decide what you will walk away from before the bidding starts. A shortlist, a budget and a plan for how you would move the car afterwards will serve you better than excitement on the day.
Running your own show? Car Show Expert handles registration, check-in, judging and awards, so show day runs smoothly even when the crowd is big. Create a free account at /sign-up or try the demo at /demo. For the registration side, see /discover/guides/car-show-registration.
Dates and details are as announced or listed at time of writing and can change. Confirm everything with Mecum before you book.