Copperstate 1000

The Road. The Cars. The Places. The Memories.

Some automotive experiences are measured in miles and others are measured in memories.

For more than three decades, the Copperstate 1000 has brought together extraordinary automobiles and the people who love them for an unforgettable journey through the American Southwest. Four days. Hundreds of miles. Remarkable roads. Historic places. Exceptional hotels. And the kind of camaraderie that can only happen when great cars and great people share the road.

The 2027 Copperstate 1000 will be something very special.

This year, we begin a new chapter.

With the stadium unavailable as construction takes place in April, the 2027 rally will launch from—and return to—the same exceptional hotel. It creates a different rhythm for the journey: one destination to begin, one destination to return to, and four days in between to experience everything that makes Copperstate unlike any other automotive event.

From the moment the cars gather for the new launch, the adventure begins.

We will traverse the state. The route will take participants into historic Prescott, Arizona, where the character of the old West provides a remarkable backdrop for some of the most beautiful and significant automobiles in the country. We are working with the city for a welcome reception of our rolling art.

Then we head south for two unforgettable nights at one spectacular Tucson resort, giving participants the opportunity to settle in, enjoy the surroundings and spend more time together rather than constantly packing and unpacking.

And for those who love the sound, speed and feel of a great automobile, there may be another special event in 2027: a potential track day, offering participants the opportunity to experience their cars in an entirely different way. Or, if you have the means, bring another car instead of your rally car.

And just for 2027, we’re adding a little fun along the way – Copperstate Regalia. Special stops will offer participants the chance to earn commemorative patches, creating a unique memento of the places and experiences that make this year’s rally special. No buying them, you have to be there to earn them.

But Copperstate has never been simply about the itinerary.

It is about the early-morning anticipation and the sound of engines coming to life.
The first miles of an empty Arizona highway, and a perfect road appearing around the next corner.
A roadside conversation with someone who understands exactly why you brought that car.
The unexpected stop. The great dinner. The laughter around the table.
And the moment, late in the afternoon, when you realize you don’t want the day to end.

This is why people return to Copperstate and why you should apply.

The Copperstate 1000 is intentionally limited. Every automobile and every participant is selected to preserve the character, quality and spirit of the event. Being part of the rally is not simply a matter of having a great car—it is about bringing the right cars and the right people together for an extraordinary experience.

If you have dreamed of driving your car across Arizona’s most beautiful roads, staying in remarkable places and sharing the experience with people who speak the same automotive language, this is your invitation.

The road is waiting. Come for the cars and stay for the roads, the places and the friendships.

Leave with memories that will last a lifetime.