Weekend Admission (Fri 1 - Sun 3 May 2026)
- THREE PACKED DAYS OF RACING AND DEMOS
- HUGE INFIELD CAR DISPLAYS
- OPEN PADDOCK ACCESS AND MORE
- EARLYBIRD OFFER - SAVE £5 UNTIL 31 JANUARY
Donington Park’s showpiece historic fixture, the Donington Historic Festival, returns for its 15th edition in 2026 with three packed days of retro thrills.
A superb gathering of hundreds of classic racing cars will take to the track to celebrate the rich history of the circuit. The pre-war era through to the modern age of GTs will be celebrated, with stunning examples from every decade in between. Evocative icons will compete across a range of Motor Racing Legends (MRL) categories, while the unique Generations Trophy makes its Donington Park debut.
Numerous classic road cars will fill the East Midlands venue with hundreds of classic machines on display - apply here. Parade laps and demonstrations add to the festivities too. A themed trade area will offer unique memorabilia and specialist items, with the paddock also open all weekend.
Under 13s Go Free!
Earlybird offer: Admission tickets are discounted until 31 Jan 2026 - Book now to secure the best price we'll offer!
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Adult Ages 16 and above
£45.00 Online (Gate £60.00) Save 25%
Teen Ages 13 - 15
£27.00 Online (Gate £35.00) Save 22%
Friday Admission
- PRACTICE AND QUALIFYING SESSIONS
- OPEN PADDOCK ACCESS AND MORE
Adult Ages 16 and above
£15.00 Online (Gate £18.00) Save 16%
Teen Ages 13-15
£9.00 Online (Gate £10.00) Save 10%
Saturday Admission
- BUSY PROGRAMME OF QUALIFYING AND RACING
- CAR DISPLAYS AND ENTERTAINMENT
- EARLYBIRD OFFER - SAVE £4 UNTIL 31 JANUARY
Adult Ages 16 and above
£28.00 Online (Gate £35.00) Save 20%
Teen Ages 13-15
£17.00 Online (Gate £21.00) Save 19%
Sunday Admission
- BUSY PROGRAMME OF QUALIFYING AND RACING
- CAR DISPLAYS AND ENTERTAINMENT
- EARLYBIRD OFFER - SAVE £4 UNTIL 31 JANUARY
Adult Ages 16 and above
£28.00 Online (Gate £35.00) Save 20%
Teen Ages 13 - 15
£17.00 Online (Gate £21.00) Save 19%
PLEASE NOTE: Advance booking ends 16:00 Wednesday 29 April. If you do not select e-tickets, your order will be sent by Recorded Delivery (£4.89 per booking) or Special Delivery (£10.49 per booking) if specified. All posted orders received after 14:00 Tuesday 28 April will be sent by Special Delivery. Telephone bookings are subject to a surcharge of £1 per admission ticket. E-tickets can be accessed from your MSV online account. Under 16s must be accompanied by an Adult.
Starkey’s Car Parking
Starkey’s Parking, overlooking the famous Craner Curves, Old Hairpin and Schwantz sequence of corners, is available in advance for £10 per car on Saturday or Sunday. All persons will still require a valid entry ticket. A car hanger will be provided to all purchasers, and must be displayed in your vehicle. All other public parking outside the circuit is free.
£10.00 Online (Gate £10.00)
Souvenir Programme
Order your souvenir race programme in advance. Simply claim it on the day from one of our selected programme booths or circuit shops.
£10.00 Online (Gate £10.00)
Radio
Order your radio earpiece in advance and collect it at the circuit from one of our selected programme booths or circuit shops - click here for more information.
£14.00 Online (Gate £14.00)
Upgrade to the best view in the house! Hollywood Grandstand will be open on both Saturday and Sunday. Please note the grandstand will be open on Friday free of charge and available on a first come, first served basis.
Grandstand Information
£15.00
Hollywood Stand
The Hollywood grandstand provides an epic viewpoint of well over a third of the circuit! Watch the field scramble through Redgate on the first lap before filtering through the iconic Hollywood and Craner Curves section, which always provides plenty of action!
Historic Touring Car Challenge
Motor Racing Legends Historic Touring Car Trophy and Tony Dron Trophy encompasses two decades of Touring Cars in one eclectic saloon grid.
GT3 Legends
The Motor Racing Legends championship, for GT3 cars homologated between 2006 and 2012, up to 2015 specification.
Royal Automobile Club Pall Mall Cup
The epic, two-hour Royal Automobile Club Pall Mall Cup features pre-’66 GT and Touring Cars, with categories for pre-'63 GTs and pre ‘61 Sports Cars.
Royal Automobile Club Woodcote Trophy & Stirling Moss Trophy
The Royal Automobile Club Woodcote Trophy and Stirling Moss Trophy combined will feature a range of ‘50s and early ‘60s sports cars, including icons like the Jaguar D-type, Maserati 250S, Lister Jaguar Knobbly and more.
MRL Generations Trophy
One MGB, two generations, and a shared passion for racing. The Generations Trophy, a competition designed for families who want to race together and pass on their passion.
MRL Pre 63 GT
Pre ‘63 GT series brings Short Wheelbase Ferraris, DB4GT Astons, AC Aces, SZ Alfas and Lotus Elites – all to genuine pre-1963 specification.
Top Hat Pre-'66 Touring Cars
Top Hat Pre ’66 Touring Cars evokes the formative years of touring racing with thundering V8 Falcons, Mustangs and Galaxies battling nimble Lotus Cortinas, Alfa GTAs and pesky Mini Coopers and more.
Historic Grand Prix Cars Association
Featuring classically-modelled single-seater GP machines from the pre-slicks-and-wings era of the sport. The grid will feature a wonderful array of pre-1966 Grand Prix Cars both front and rear engine.
HRDC Allstars
HRDC Allstars for pre-’66 Sports, GT & Touring Cars will feature a variety of cars, capturing the atmosphere of ‘50s and ‘60s allcomers racing.
HRDC Gerry Marshall Trophy
The HRDC Gerry Marshall Trophy adds tin top heroes from the pre-’83 Group 1 era to the Donington Historic Festival line-up. These retro saloons will entertain in a 45-minute feature race.
Formula Junior
The FJHRA Formula Junior Championships are booming, with huge worldwide interest in the category for up to 1100cc single-seater racing cars. Although Formula Junior only existed from 1958 to 1963, it continues to be one of the most popular of all historic racing categories.
Special Demos
Special motorsport on-track demonstrations will be taking place on Saturday and Sunday, with more details and information to be announced soon.
Car Clubs
Car clubs large and small will be putting on a sublime display over the weekend, creating a living motoring museum on the infield and Melbourne Hairpin. Expect to see hundreds of cars from Alfas to Jaguars and everything in-between on display from over 60 different clubs! Owners and clubs should click here to register.
Open Race Paddock - all weekend
The paddock is open to all, allowing you to stroll through the 100s of classic tin top and single seater racing cars before they take to the circuit.
Trade Stands
A themed trade area will be in operation all weekend, offering unique memorabilia and specialist items.
Free Parking
General Public and Disabled Parking is free of charge. Starkey’s Parking, overlooking the Craner Curves, Old Hairpin and Schwantz sequence, is available for £10 per car per day. All persons will require a valid entry ticket. A car hanger will be provided to all Starkey’s Parking purchasers, and must be displayed in your vehicle.
Whether you're entertaining clients or celebrating a special occasion with family and friends, a hospitality package offers an exhilarating day out in fabulous surroundings. For booking enquiries contact 01474 875224 or [email protected].
Gold Hospitality
Our guests will enjoy morning coffee and hot breakfast rolls on arrival, a two course lunch and traditional afternoon tea. A complimentary bar will be available, serving house wines, a selection of beers, ciders and soft drinks. Located in the exclusive Redgate suites, this area enjoys views of the first corner action from a viewing balcony, as well as TV coverage, with commentary, and complimentary Wi-Fi all day. The package includes privileged parking, entrance tickets to the venue and suite, as well as an official event programme. Please note all bookings are subject to a postal fee.
Prices are £145.00 plus VAT per person. Minimum of 15 guests.
Silver Hospitality
Our guests will enjoy morning coffee and breakfast pastries on arrival, a two course lunch and traditional afternoon tea. A pay bar will be in operation, serving house wines, a selection of beers, ciders and soft drinks. Located in the popular Goddards suites, this area enjoys views of the final corner action from a viewing balcony, as well as TV coverage, with commentary, and complimentary Wi-Fi all day. The package includes privileged parking, entrance tickets to the venue and suite, as well as an official event programme.
Prices are £125.00 plus VAT per person.
Donington Park Farmhouse is located conveniently next to Donington Park Race Track and has direct pedestrian access to the pits and paddock entrance. Please note the farmhouse is not operated by Donington Park, so please visit their website for booking details.
