STEP BACK IN TIME AT THE THRUXTON RETRO
Thruxton Circuit

Thruxton Retro Presents Superfunk

From £15

13 Days
12 Hrs
8 Mins
45 Secs

A weekend filled with iconic music, family friendly entertainment, racing action, car and motorbike clubs, legendary machines, soap box racing, fun fair, circus skills and more, all at the fastest race circuit in the UK.

The theme of the inaugural Thruxton Retro is ‘Superfunk’ – a nostalgic nod to the 70s era of great music and questionable fashion. The site will be full of attractions, displays, great food and drink, and on-site camping for those looking to stay over and join the summer solstice party.

  • On and Off Track Entertainment
  • Car Club Displays and Historic F1 Demo
  • Two days of action-packed racing

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Whats on each day

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ADULT TICKETS
Friday - £15
Saturday - £35
Sunday - £35
Weekend - £60

CHILDREN 15 AND UNDER GO FREE

CAMPING
Standard Pitch - £40
Standard Pitch with Hook Up - £75 - SOLD OUT
Large Pitch with Hook Up - £90 - SOLD OUT

GRANDSTAND SEATS
Saturday - £5
Sunday - £5

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Live Music

Bjorn Again

Saturday Headline: BJÖRN AGAIN

Enjoy iconic music throughout the weekend.

Friday will feature MOONRIDER who will blast out classic rock, and THE INTERNATIONALS with music from the Tremeloes, Mud, The Rubettes, and Edison Lighthouse.

Saturday headline will see the world reknowned BJÖRN AGAIN take to the stage! Supported by EARTH, WIND for HIRE.

Sunday will feature LINE DANCING and the 9 TO 5 SHOW - DOLLY PARTON TRIBUTE

ENTERTAINMENT

Kids Entertainment

The Kids Paddock

The Kids Paddock will feature non-stop fun! From Big Top Mania’s circus skills and shows to bouncy castles, crazy bikes, and space hoppers, there’s endless fun to be had. Budding performers can shine in the talent show, while creative kids can get hands-on with car painting and enjoy the magic of the bubble show. Add in slack lines, trapeze, and live performance artists.

Silent Disco at Thruxton Retro

Silent Disco

Get ready to dance like nobody's watching at the Thruxton Retro Silent Disco! Grab a headset, choose your favourite channel, and lose yourself in the music. Whether you're into retro hits, indie anthems or dance floor classics, it’s the perfect way to party to you're own vibe!

Kids Painting Cars

Kids Car Painting

Let your little ones unleash their creativity with the Kids Car Painting activity at Thruxton Retro! Armed with brushes and bright paints, children will have the rare chance to decorate a real car with their own artistic flair. It's messy, colourful, and loads of fun - perfect for budding car fans and young artists!

Food and Drink

Food and Drink

Craft Beer Tent
Relax and refuel in the Craft Beer Tent, where you’ll find a carefully curated selection of independent brews and local favourites. Whether you’re into hoppy IPAs, smooth lagers, or something a little different, the beer tent is the perfect place to kick back, soak up the festival atmosphere.

Cocktail Bars
Add a touch of glamour to your Thruxton Retro weekend at the Cocktail Bar, serving up expertly mixed drinks and festival favourites. From classic's to bold and colourful creations, our mixologists will keep the good times flowing.

Street Food Village and Hog Roast
Packed with a mouth-watering variety of food options to keep you fuelled throughout the weekend. From global flavours and sweet treats, there’s something to satisfy every appetite.

Classic Car Auction from Dore & Rees

Car & Motorbike Auction

Renowned auctioneers Dore & Rees will host an auction featuring an exclusive selection of competition cars, fast road vehicles, classic cars, and motorcycles, bringing yet another highlight to an action-packed weekend.

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On Track Action

Mini racing at Thruxton

Two days of action packed racing

Retro Racing comes to life throughout the weekend with an exciting mix of retro and historic racing, celebrating iconic cars from motorsport’s golden eras. Watch legendary machines from decades past, battle it out on the UK’s fastest race track.

Racing will feature:

  • The Jochen Rindt Trophy
  • Ferrari Superformance
  • FISCAR
  • MGOC
  • Mighty MINI's
  • CSCC Classic K
  • Heroes of FF1600
  • GT & Sports Cars Club
  • Formula Junior
F1 Car at Thruxton

Classic F1 Demos

Feel the roar of Formula 1 as classic F1 cars take over the track. Experience the sights, sounds, and sheer power of these iconic machines as they blast around the circuit. Whether you're a lifelong fan or new to the world of Formula 1, this is a rare chance to witness the magic of F1 engineering up close.

Car Clubs at Thruxton

Car & Motorbike Displays and Parades

Witness a stunning showcase of classic, historic and vintage cars, motorcycles and other vehicles from a range of car clubs, each with their own unique style and history.

The lunchtime parade is an exciting opportunity to see these cars in action, as they take to the track and showcase their power and performance.

Soapbox Derby at Thruxton

SOAPBOX DERBY

Get ready for gravity-fueled excitement at the Soapbox Derby! Watch as creative, handcrafted carts race down Woodham Hill, powered by nothing but momentum and daring drivers. Expect wild designs, speed, and plenty of laughs as teams compete for victory.

Fancy entering the Soapbox Derby?

Grab your friends, build your wackiest (or fastest!) soapbox and take on the course in support of a great cause. All proceeds will go to Koala Community Hub, helping make a difference in our local community

  • £15 – Private/Charity Entry
  • £25 – Business Entry
  • Each team gets 2x Adult Tickets for Saturday included!

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Aviation

Helicopter at Thruxton Retro

Aviation fans are in for a treat at the Thruxton Retro, with a sky-high addition to the festival!

Take to the skies with helicopter passenger flights, explore the static display of historic helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft, and look to the clouds for a spectacular flypast from Navy Wings.

It’s a unique chance to celebrate the retro spirit of both motorsport and aviation in one incredible weekend.

Helicopter flights are available to book inadvance here

Car Clubs

Car Clubs at Thruxton

A key part of the Thruxton Retro is the incredible display of vehicles brought along by over 40 attending car clubs from across the UK.

Everything from classic British icons and rare vintage machines to retro performance heroes and enthusiast-owned treasures. It’s a true celebration of automotive passion, community, and shared nostalgia.

Whether you're a die-hard car enthusiast or simply love seeing unique and cherished vehicles up close, the car club displays offer something for everyone to enjoy.

They'll also be an opportunity to see the best of the best car club vehicles in action as part of the car club parades each lunch time on track.

View the list of confirmed car clubs attending Thruxton Retro

 

Thruxton Car Club

Not part of a car club and have something unqiue and interesting? We've set up the Thruxton Car Club for those who want to display their vehicle, but are not part of a register car club. Complete this form, to register.

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Facilities

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Circuit Map

Thruxton Circuit is the fastest in the country with its legendary high speed corners and a reputation as a real drivers circuit. It is also one of the longest in the UK at 2.4 miles per lap.

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Aerial shot of the Blue Badge parking at Thruxton

disabled guests and carers

We have a designated banking area for Blue Badge holders, which is accessible via Gate 4. This is a raised bank for you to park your car, providing a view over the 'Complex' section of the circuit. There is also disabled parking at the top of car park A. Ask a member of the security staff to direct you if you're unsure. All passengers/driver must have relevant admission tickets.

Carers of our disabled guests may be entitled to free admission to this race meeting. This must be arranged in advance. For details on how to apply click here

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