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Classic Car Events in 2026 | UK & European Calendar
The first classic car event of 2026 takes place on New Year’s Day.
Add these 2026 classic car events to your calendar.
We’re compiling our 2026 classic car events calendar, featuring shows and gatherings across the UK and Europe. These events are ideal for classic car owners, collectors, and enthusiasts—and for those considering the sale of a classic car.
This year’s listings include well-known events further afield, covered in greater detail. Highlights include Le Mans and Techno-Classica Germany, now held in Dortmund (see November events), alongside many established UK shows.
Yes indeed, it's the first classic car event in our list of 2026 classic car events in the UK and further abroad on the first day of the year!
It's Brookland's largest annual event celebrating classic vehicles and you are welcome to bring your own cherished classic to what is probably the largest New Year's Day Classic Gathering in the UK.
There's live music, a winter BBQ plus breakfast and lunch stalls.
Get into the New Year with your family, there’s something for everyone.
Does your registration have a prefix of N prefix e.g. N123 ABC i.e. registered before July of 1996 ?
Visitors with vehicles (including motorcycles) registered before 31st July 1996 can bring their vehicle on site.
Brooklands will be using every space around site so expect to see vehicles filling up the Finishing Straight, Aircraft Park, Members Banking, around Concorde and in the Motoring Village.
PS: Modern Sports and Supercars are welcome too.
Book now, this event is super popular!

This meet brings together like-minded enthusiasts in one of London’s most iconic parks. Expect an eclectic mix of machinery, relaxed conversation, great photo opportunities, and a welcoming community of drivers.
Whether you bring a Porsche, a supercar, a modern classic, or you simply want to enjoy the atmosphere, this is the perfect way to start your Sunday.
Free Entry, but book now
Parking Information
Important Information
Vehicle Disclaimer
All vehicles are parked at the owner’s own risk.
The organisers, venue, and host partners accept no responsibility for damage, loss, theft, or incidents involving any vehicle or personal property during the event.
Code of Conduct
To keep this meet safe, enjoyable, and respectful for everyone in the park:
Anyone ignoring these rules may be asked to leave.
Tickets will be available to book from December 2025
There will be pre-1955 cars tackling a dozen different tests around complicated courses laid out around the historic Brooklands site including Test Hill and Members Banking, with drivers competing against the clock while trying to avoid any penalty-attracting mistakes.
As with all Vintage Sports Car Club (VSCC) events, the competition will boast an eclectic mix of pre-1955 cars.
The competition will be rife throughout the field with many drivers returning looking to hold on to previous titles while new competitors will be eager to make a name for themselves.
Phew..The stage is set!
Tests will run throughout the day, starting from 10am, with a break for lunch.
WHERE TO GO: For PARTICIPATING cars please go to the Campbell Gate entrance, off Brooklands Road at KT13 0QN
For VISITOR parking please follow the yellow event temporary signage to The Heights, off Wellington Way
The event brings together a wide variety of marques and models with over 1,300 classic cars on display with over 160 classic car clubs and specialists including restoration companies, service providers and product suppliers, not to mention hundreds of cars at being auctioned at the Classic Car Auction.
Are you going for one or three days?
There are restoration workshops, motoring celebrities and opportunities to have a tootle around in your dream car for charity.
Old Minis. new Minis, even BMW Minis - Hundreds of Minis, old and new, with food stalls, live music, Test Hill ascents and more!
Bring your beloved Mini (Is their any other kind?) to this event, (including the modern BMW models), and display your pride and joy at our historic site.
At the time of writing, tickets will be available from December……
WHERE TO GO: For PARTICIPATING cars (from 9am) please go to the Campbell Gate entrance, off Brooklands Road at KT13 0QN
For VISITOR parking (Free, yes Free! ) please follow the yellow event temporary signage to The Heights, off Wellington Way
The Mini Event is included in the admission to the Museum and so you can explore classic vehicles, racing cars, motorcycles and historic aircraft. Discover the world famous Concorde and British motorsport history at the world's first purpose-built race track.

Brooklands popular Easter Classic Gathering returns - expect a feast of classic cars and motorcycles across the site, alongside entertainment, food and trade stalls.
Get involved:
Does your registration have a prefix of N prefix e.g. N123 ABC i.e. registered before July of 1996 ?
Visitors with vehicles (including motorcycles) registered before 31st July 1996 can bring their vehicle on site.
We will be using every space around site so expect to see vehicles filling up the Finishing Straight, Aircraft Park, Members Banking, around Concorde and in the Motoring Village.
Take Note: Pre-Booking is advised.
Museum admission:
And yes, the event is included in the museum admission….What's not to like?
Tickets: Available in December 2025
The online ticket price for 15yrs and upwards is £15 (£17.50 on the day) includes access to Weston Park grounds
Ticket price Age up to 14 years £6.50 (£7.50 on the day)
Family: 2 adults + up to 3 children £6.50 (£7.50 on the day)
Why Go?
What’s On
Added Value
Ticket includes access to the wider estate: Granary Courtyard, shops & parkland
Trader & Exhibitor Info
Set-up: Saturday 2pm–6pm (note: applies to this event; exception mentioned only for Capesthorne Hall events)
Best for: Families, classic car & bike enthusiasts, bargain hunters, and anyone after a relaxed spring day out in historic parkland.
View Map https://www.goodwood.com/motorsport/members-meeting/getting-here/
It's the beginning of the Goodwood motorsport season with a two-day weekend Members' Meeting recapturing the atmosphere and camaraderie of the original BARC Meetings held from 1949 to 1966.
Tickets for the Members' Meeting are exclusively available to those who are part of the Goodwood Road Racing Club which was established by The Duke of Richmond in 1998.
Admission only is £111.00
To see the various packages available for either of the two days go here
Joining the GRRC Fellowship, which comes with its own benefits, is the route to becoming a full member.
Check out membership benefits and savings such as 10% on headline 2026 ticket events, on event Pit Stop enclosures, early event access and pre-event private test days.
NB: Car parks are free and open at 0700hrs and gates open at 0730hrs.
The action on the track commences at 0900hrs on Saturday and Sunday.
Saturday 0730hrs - 2200hrs
Sunday 0730hrs - 1900hrs

A huge display of every variety of Ford Mustang and you get to see them tackle Test Hill!
Expect a vast number of cars and motorcycles, other American marques are also welcome to join the fun, alongside music and food stalls.
NB: More information about the event, club bookings and trader enquiries will be announced soon.
It's Italian Car Day in association with Auto Italia at Brooklands.
Enjoy one of Brookland's biggest events of the year with a vast display of Ferrari, Lamborghini, Fiat and Maserati plus demonstrations on the adjacent Mercedes-Benz World track and Test Hill ascents.
You can expect to see an impressive display including Alfa Romeo, Lancia, Abarth, Ducati, Aprilia, Vespa, Lambretta and more.
All Italian cars and motorbikes welcome.
Soak up the vibrant colours and atmosphere of this exhilarating day alongside entertainment, food and trade stalls!
Bugatti Type 57 Aérolithe Coupé 1935
View Map https://maps.app.goo.gl/VCDDhP9XNLyXrvNm9
Why Go?
What’s On
It's Good woof!
World-class competitions from top canine athletes; wellness workshops; talks from key behavioural and veterinary experts; free-of-charge activities that you can take part in with your dog; Field & Trail demonstrations plus treats and plenty of play.
How to get there: By train, car, bus, taxi and air.
This is the link to the actual Wentworth Woodhouse website
Further details may be found on the link below as it becomes available.
This is the first day of a two event weekend, the first being focused on Jaguar cars.
Why Go?
The Setting
View Map https://www.brooklandsmuseum.com/whats-on/calendar/best-of-british/
Expect a day of British vehicles, family entertainment and Test Hill ascents.
There will be a huge display of British built vehicles, from the pre-war Alvis, Norton and Sunbeam right through to the latest Jaguar models.
All British marques are welcome to join, independently or with a Car Club.
Explore classic vehicles, racing cars, motorcycles and historic aircraft. Discover the world famous Concorde and British motorsport history at the world's first purpose-built race track.
Jaguar E-Type - Best of British
Day two and after a Jaguar Saturday, now it's a Mercedes Sunday.
Why Go?
What’s On
The Setting
Over this two day event, starting on Saturday 13th June 2026, you can expect to see a vast display of pre-war cars, motorsport, vintage music, dancing and entertainment.
Brooklands weekend event celebrates Brooklands’ motorsport history. The weekend celebrates the anniversary of the original opening of the world's first purpose-built race track on the 17th June 1907.
And yes, the event is included in the museum admission
Tickets: Available from December 2025
1928 Bentley 4.5 Litre
Ticket: Includes full access to the Castle Howard estate
Why Go?
What’s On
Included with Your Ticket
Best for: Classic motoring fans, and visitors wanting a full day combining cars, music, food and historic estate attractions and families celebrating Father’s Day.
Why Go?
What’s On
Best for: Families, motoring enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a relaxed, high-quality car and motorcycle show in a picturesque lakeside setting.
Admire the beautiful classic vehicles at the COOPS Classic Car And Vehicle Show
The Coops Classic Car and Vehicle Show is on Sunday 5th of July at Morden Park, Morden London SM4 4AT.
(The entrance is via Links Avenue).
The show is held alongside the Morden Funday, with all money raised on the day going to various charities, and last year’s show was our biggest and best yet.
All classic vehicles are welcomed, regardless of type or condition; classic cars, classic vans, classic motorbikes, classic non-U.K vehicles, grey imports, classic trucks, classic military, classic emergency services, classic modified, classic rat look, classic rat rod, high-end prestige classic.
If you have anything classic, then please bring it along.
There will be cash prizes and trophies for the :
There will be live music, live entertainment, food, drink, beer tents, commercial stalls both selling and advertising, lots of other entertainment and lots for children to do.
As it’s outside, there will be disabled access, portable toilets and well-behaved pets are welcome.
FESTIVAL OF SPEED - GOODWOOD
Free entry for children under 12
Enjoy our annual summer classic vehicle celebration and Autojumble!
Expect a vast display of classic vehicles at our popular annual event. With food, music and stalls, there's something for all ages.
Does your registration have a prefix of N prefix e.g. N123 ABC i.e. registered before July of 1996 ?
Visitors with vehicles (including motorcycles) registered before 31st July 1996 can bring their vehicle on site.
We will be using every space around site so expect to see vehicles filling up the Finishing Straight, Aircraft Park, Members Banking, around Concorde and in the Motoring Village.
See the link below for further details about this event as it is updated
Mercedes 300 SL
A two day event from Sunday 30th to Bank Holiday Monday 31st August 2026 featuring a Jaguar enthusiasts day on the Saturday and Mercedes on Sunday.
LH Drive Jaguar XK150
It's Bank Holiday Monday and It is Mercedes Day at Capesthorne Hall in Cheshire. Yesterday's Jaguars have made way fro Mercedes
One-day event (Capesthorne Hall, 2026)
Theme: Mercedes-Benz
Why Go?
What’s On
The Setting
Best for: Mercedes-Benz fans, classic motoring enthusiasts, and visitors wanting a high-quality marque-focused show in an elegant historic setting.
The Goodwood Revival has been held every September since 1989
If you have not been, you really ought to.
Tickets For The 3 Days -Friday, Saturday and Sunday (Admission only) Currently On Sale For £245.00
Friday 18th September 2026 (Admission only) Currently On Sale For £77.00
Saturday 19th September 2026 (Admission only) Currently On Sale For £110.00
Sunday 20th September 2026 (Admission only) Currently On Sale For £96.00
No tickets yet, but put the date in your diary / planner/ phone
Here is a link to the 2025 Essen Techno Classica Salon in November to give you a flavour
NB: The Venue has changed from Essen to Dortmund commencing September 2026
Dortmund Exhibition area - 50.000 m² divided into 6 halls and 1 open air area
One of the most visited classic car fairs with over 46 nations represented
more than 1.250 exhibitors from 30 nations
more than 200 Clubs and Interest Groups
more than 2.700 Collector Automobiles for sale
Why Go?
What’s On
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