Stratford-upon-Avon
Festival of Motoring
Saturday 23rd may – Sunday 24th may 2026
The Stratford-upon-Avon Festival of Motoring is back!
Get ready for an action-packed weekend as the Stratford-upon-Avon
Festival of Motoring returns on 23rd and 24th May 2026.
vehicle displays start at 8am
REGISTER YOUR CAR TODAY
Have you got a vehicle you’d love to display?
Whether it’s a classic, vintage, performance or supercar; we’d love to see it at this year’s Stratford Festival of Motoring! Book your spot now via Eventbrite to take part in the tour and display:
Free for visitors
Entertainment for
all ages
There’s more to the Stratford Festival of Motoring than incredible cars –
we’ve got a full weekend of entertainment lined up for all ages to enjoy!
Piston Club
The Piston Club is a haven for those who appreciate the beauty and power of classic cars and the thrill of all motorsports.
Craft Bus
Hop aboard for creative, hands-on fun with crafts
and activities
Live Music
Adding to the festival buzz across the town centre
Stilt Walkers
Don’t miss our larger-than-life roaming entertainer bringing smiles all weekend long
F1 Simulator
Experience the thrill of driving on Wood Street
Face Painting
Face painting for little ones (and the young at heart!)
Piston Club
The Piston Club is a haven for those who
appreciate the beauty and power of classic cars
and the thrill of all motorsports.
Craft Bus
Hop aboard for creative, hands-on fun with crafts
and activities
Live Music
Adding to the festival buzz across the town centre
Stilt Walkers
Don’t miss our larger-than-life roaming entertainer bringing smiles all weekend long
F1 Simulator
Experience the thrill of driving on Wood Street
Face Painting
Face painting for little ones
(and the young at heart!)
Date and Time
Saturday 23rd & Sunday 24th may 2026
Each morning, participating cars will have the chance to take part in a scenic tour, cruising through the beautiful Warwickshire countryside before returning to Stratford-upon-Avon for the main festival. It’s a unique opportunity to drive your vehicle as part of a stunning convoy, enjoy breathtaking views, and then showcase it to thousands of visitors in the heart of town.
Saturday: 10:00am – 4:00pm
Sunday: 10:00am – 4:00pm
Transport & Parking
Getting to the Stratford Festival of Motoring is easy!
All main town centre car parks remain open throughout the event — so there’s no need to worry about road closures affecting parking.
For public transport options into Stratford-upon-Avon, including trains, buses and Park & Ride services, visit: Plan Your Journey to Stratford – Transport – Stratford Upon Avon BID
We encourage visitors to use public transport where possible or arrive early to secure parking close to the event areas. A full event map will be available here closer to the date—watch this space.
The festival is wheelchair accessible, and we aim to make it inclusive for all. See accessibility statement attached here.
Questions?
FAQs
What is the Festival of Motoring
Once a much-loved event in the town’s calendar, the Festival of Motoring returns for 2025—and for the foreseeable future! Join us as Stratford town centre comes alive with streets filled with classic, vintage, and high-performance vehicles. It’s a fantastic family day out, with scenic car runs, live entertainment, and something for everyone. Whether you’re a car enthusiast or just looking for a great weekend in a beautiful town, this is not to be missed.
Arriving at the festival
Stratford-upon-Avon Park and Ride is located off Bishopton Lane near to the roundabout with the A46 (T) and the A3400 Birmingham Road. It also gives you access to Stratford-upon-Avon Parkway Railway Station. For sat-nav, please use the postcode – CV37 0RJ
Due to the town centre road closures, buses for Wood Street and Bridge Street are diverted to Guild Street. Buses from the Alcester direction are diverted from Wood Street to Rother Street.
Parking
For more information on parking in Stratford-upon-Avon, including locations, charges, and accessibility, please visit the Stratford-on-Avon District Council parking page. Car Parks in Stratford-upon-Avon | Stratford-on-Avon District Council
Getting in touch
Please email us on admin@stratforduponavonbid.co.uk or call: 01789 299011