National Corvette Day
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
National Corvette Day on June 30 (or around the model's birthday) honors America's iconic sports car, the Chevrolet Corvette, first introduced in 1953 and continuously in production as a symbol of American performance and design.
History
The first Corvette was unveiled at the 1953 GM Motorama. It was GM's answer to European sports cars and has gone through eight generations, becoming a cultural icon with racing heritage (including Le Mans wins) and a massive enthusiast community.
How It's Celebrated
Take a Corvette for a drive if you have access, attend a car show or Corvette club event, learn about the different generations, or simply appreciate American automotive history and design. Many owners organize cruises and charity drives.