2026 FuelFest UK

That's right FuelFest comes BACK to the UK on 25th July with an all new event format, full of suprises, jaw dropping cars and non stop drag racing and drift action! FuelFest is set to take over Manston Airport for a one of a kind automotive experience. FuelFest UK will feature a massive car show with the best high performance-built cars, a full production concert on the Festival Stage, special guest appearances, VIP experiences, themed car show zones including the highly anticipated ‘Taste of Tokyo' JDM section as well as the ALL NEW People’s Choice Judged Paddock where the best cars compete to be crowned the true People’s Choice on stage. Fans will enjoy live action drifting all day with fan thrill rides from top local and professional drivers, 1/4 drag racing down the landing strip, curated drift shows, and more!

• People’s Choice Car Show Paddock! - YOU vote!
• Slow ‘N Low Car Show Exit Parade
• Benefits Reach Out WorldWide, the nonprofit founded by Paul Walker
• Car show featuring top modified, exotic, performance-built, and rare cars from all over the world
• Live concert
• Curated car show zones, interactive sponsor exhibits, custom art displays, and more
• Drift shows with competition style passenger rides! (Additional cost for passenger rides, 18+ only, closed toe shoes/pants required)
• Drag Racing
• Featuring top local and professional drivers
• VIP Experiences with exclusive lounge & festival access
• Special Guest appearances
• Famous movie cars
• Limited Edition Merchandise + more to be announced!

*Experiences and Event Schedule are subject to change

--Prices shown are all-inclusive of fees & taxes--

General Admission: Admits one person to FuelFest with access to all general festival areas including car show, drift viewing, concert, curated zones, etc. Free for kids 12 and under when accompanied by a ticket holder.

Meet & Greet with Cody Walker + VIP Platinum includes:

• VIP Admission for 1 to FuelFest
• Meet & Greet and Photo with Cody Walker
• Dedicated VIP event entry lane
• Early entry 1 hour before official gates open
• Exclusive access to the VIP Lounge with shaded and relaxed seating and red carpet
• Complimentary meal & beverage voucher
• Private VIP bar
• Access to VIP only WC
• FuelFest Poster signed by Cody Walker
• Access to the VIP Stage Pit and VIP Drift Viewing Area
• Complimentary goodie bag & commemorative laminate
• T-shirt voucher redeemable on site
• Giveaways at the VIP Lounge! Prizes include drift ride alongs, FuelFest merchandise credit, and more!
• Silent auction - proceeds benefit Reach Out WorldWide
• Parking in VIP Spectator Car Park included
• This is not a vehicle registration ticket

VIP Platinum includes:

• VIP Admission for 1 to FuelFest
• Dedicated VIP event entry lane
• Early entry 1 hour before official gates open
• Exclusive access to the VIP Lounge with shaded and relaxed seating and red carpet
• Complimentary meal & beverage voucher
• Private VIP bar
• Access to VIP only WC
• FuelFest Poster
• Access to the VIP Stage Pit and VIP Drift Viewing Area
• Complimentary goodie bag & commemorative laminate
• T-shirt voucher redeemable on site
• Giveaways at the VIP Lounge! Prizes include drift ride alongs, FuelFest merchandise credit, and more!
• Silent auction - proceeds benefit Reach Out WorldWide
• Parking in VIP Spectator Car Park included
• This is not a vehicle registration ticket

*Any show vehicle passengers will need a General Admission or VIP ticket to enter the show. Vehicle must stay parked in show until exit parade.*

Car Registration: *Not judged* Showcase your car at FuelFest! Car Registration includes General Admission access for driver & car show parking spot.

Premium Placement Car Registration: *Space is limited *Not judged. Showcase your car in prime placement! We're looking for customized cars that feature performance, body, tire/wheel fitment, engine, exhaust, interior, and paint modifications; plus OEM restored, genre icons and legends, classic and modern cars! Premium Placement Car Registration includes General Admission access for driver & a guaranteed prime spot.

People's Choice Paddock Car Registration: *Approval required, *Space is limited, *Judged section. Show your car front and center for your chance to be crowned the PEOPLE'S CHOICE! This ticket includes General Admission access for driver & a guaranteed up front show spot in the competition show section. The People's Choice, Runner Up, and Honorable Mention winners will be crowned on the Festival Stage - true to the name, fans choose their favorite car of the day!

We will verify your vehicle's build specs after purchase. A link to a short form will be included in your confirmation email. You will be required to submit a few images of the exterior and interior of your car as it currently sits. This needs to be completed to be considered. If your car isn't approved or doesn't meet the criteria for this area, that's ok, you'll be refunded the difference of the ticket cost and you'll be placed in the general show area.

Taste of Tokyo Showcase Registration: *Approval required *Space is limited * Not judged. Step 1: Purchase a ‘Car Registration’ ticket. Step 2: Apply to be transferred: A link to apply for the Taste of Tokyo Showcase is included in your confirmation email. We're handpicking a diverse, ultra custom collection of cars & trucks to be placed in our underground-style showcase garage at FuelFest. Space is limited!

Qualifiers: Emphasis on ultra-custom modifications / Classic restored to OEM / Era “Legends” / Underglow / exterior lighting kits / Emphasis on high performance modifications / Wild builds / VIP tuner luxury.

1/4 mi Drag Racing: Register now!

Want to Drift?! Email dWsgfCBmdWVsZmVzdCAhIGNvbQ== with your driving experience and car details to apply!

Camping Coming Soon!

FUELFEST has a NO REFUND policy. We're on, rain or shine! Schedule and activities subject to change.

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