Driving Events Calendar

However you define the joy of driving, Golden Gate Chapter (GGC) has you covered with events throughout the year at world-class venues like Buttonwillow, Laguna Seca, Thunderhill, the BMW Performance Center, and the scenic roads of California.

Build confidence and skills with Car Control Clinics for drivers of all ages. Apply those skills at autocross, a driving tour, or a High-Performance Driver Education event.

GGC driving events require a BMW CCA membership and advance registration. Subscribe to our newsletter to be notified of upcoming events and discover “Freude am Fahren”!

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Jan 31

autocross

Autocross Fun Run

autocross

This is our first autocross event of 2026 is here! It’s a fun run, so come on out and have a blast driving your car or your friend’s car for bragging rights.

autocross

Jan 31

track school

BMW Performance Center Experience 2026

track school

This event is hosted by our friends at the San Diego Chapter. It’s a half day event that includes a lunch before the fun begins!

track school

Mar 29

track school, autocross

Autocross #1

track school, autocross

This is our 1st competitive event of the season! We'll have run groups and timing, and everyone needs to classify their cars and have car numbers on both sides. Our main goal at every event is to maximize your seat time and fun. Take passengers, ride alongs, swap cars with your friends (if you are non-compete) and have a blast

track school, autocross

Apr 18

track school, autocross

Autocross #2

track school, autocross

This is our 2nd competitive event of the season! We'll have run groups and timing, and everyone needs to classify their cars and have car numbers on both sides. Our main goal at every event is to maximize your seat time and fun. Take passengers, ride alongs, swap cars with your friends (if you are non-compete) and have a blast

track school, autocross

May 30

car control

Teen/Adult Car Control Clinic

car control

Set your teen up (or yourself) for success with driving skills they can use for the rest of their life. Our experienced instructors guide your teen through structured exercises to help them learn emergency braking, accident avoidance, and vehicle control.

car control

Jun 13

track school, autocross

Autocross #3

track school, autocross

This is our 3rd competitive event of the season! We'll have run groups and timing, and everyone needs to classify their cars and have car numbers on both sides. Our main goal at every event is to maximize your seat time and fun. Take passengers, ride alongs, swap cars with your friends (if you are non-compete) and have a blast

track school, autocross

Aug 29

track school, autocross

Autocross #4

track school, autocross

This is our 4th competitive event of the season! We'll have run groups and timing, and everyone needs to classify their cars and have car numbers on both sides. Our main goal at every event is to maximize your seat time and fun. Take passengers, ride alongs, swap cars with your friends (if you are non-compete) and have a blast

track school, autocross

Sep 19

car control

Teen/Adult Car Control Clinic

car control

Oct 17

car control

Advanced Car Control Clinic

car control

Imagine knowing what to do when your car begins to slide, or being confident during a panic stop. Car control skills are learned techniques that help you to be a safer driver in everyday situations. Further, car control skills are fundamental to performance driving. Explore your limits and your car’s limits in a controlled setting.

car control

Oct 18

autocross

Autocross Competitive Event #5 TDS

autocross

This is our fifth competitive event of the season! We'll have run groups and timing, and everyone needs to classify their cars and have car numbers on both sides. Our main goal at every event is to maximize your seat time and fun. Take passengers, ride alongs, swap cars with your friends (if you are non-compete) and have a blast.

autocross