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.

A major racing highlight will be GT3 Legends where thirty cars are expected - a spectacular grid to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the GT3 category. Expect to see incredible machines such as the Aston Martin V12 Vantage, Lamborghini Gallardo and Ford GT Evo, to name a few.

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.