Ipswich: Festival of Wheels 2026

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Ipswich Available from Sat 1 Aug to Sun 2 Aug

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Enjoy one of the UK’s ultimate car and family festivals in Suffolk with Festival of Wheels tickets

From massive Monster Trucks smashing cars to high-energy stunt driving shows, this is the ultimate family-friendly automotive festival weekend.

  • Experience the UK’s ultimate high-octane family weekend with Monster Truck shows from Big Pete and the Grim Reaper
  • Witness jaw-dropping live arena stunts, gravity-defying drifts and roaring engines 
  • Browse a vibrant Shopping Village filled with automotive gear, apparel, and gadgets
  • Admire thousands of custom vehicles - perfect for every petrolhead!
  • Test driving and riding experiences available as exciting add-ons 
  • Dive into delicious food options with a fantastic range of onsite vendors
  • With live entertainment, rides, shopping, and food, Festival of Wheels has something for everyone!

The Festival of Wheels in Ipswich is so much more than a car show – it's a full weekend of high-octane entertainment, all in one great-value ticket!

  • Dates: Saturday 1st & Sunday 2nd August 2026 
  • Time & Duration: Festival runs from 10 am–5 pm each day
  • Age Guidance: Suitable for all ages – children under 3 go free with a paying adult
  • Location: Trinity Park, Felixstowe Road, Ipswich, Suffolk IP3 8UH 
  • Tickets include: Access to Festival of Wheels on your chosen day

With live entertainment, rides, shopping, and food, Festival of Wheels has something for everyone

Get ready to gear up your weekend at Festival of Wheels 2026! Offering an exciting blend of motorized entertainment and family-friendly fun - from huge funfairs to the world of dinosaurs and live wrestling arenas - there’s something for everyone at this one-of-a-kind festival.

  • Entry to all car exhibits and live arena stunt shows featuring Monster Trucks 
  • Access to Monster Truck smashing and high-speed action from Big Pete & the Grim Reaper 
  • Live arena performances: drifting, stunt routines, roaring engines
  • Test drive and riding experiences (add-on extras)
  • Huge Shopping Village with automotive merch and tech gear
  • Funfair rides, kids inflatable area, Big Top Circus & dinosaur show (pay-to-ride)
  • Food stalls and craft food & cocktails available in festival bars 

Secure your spot to one of the best family festivals in Ipswich this August! Book Festival of Wheels tickets today and have them delivered instantly via email & SMS. 

Location

Festival of Wheels

Trinity Park,
Ipswich,
Suffolk,
IP3 8UH
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How to find us

What3Words: venues.creatures.applause

Parking: Parking is available onsite and is free of charge. Disabled parking is also available. 

Facilities
  • Free parking
  • Toilets
  • Food & Drink
  • Disabled access
More Info
Are dogs allowed at Festival of Wheels?

Dogs are allowed on site but must be kept on leads at all times. 

Do you need to pay for parking at Festival of Wheels?

Parking is FREE to all visitors on site and disabled parking is available to blue badge holders.

What time does the Festival of Wheels start and finish?

Festival of Wheels opens at 10:00am to the public and finishes at 5:00pm on both days. 

Can anyone visit Festival of Wheels for free?

Children under three can visit for free and carers can be admitted for free with proof of ID on the day.

What is the age limit for Festival of Wheels?

Kids and adults of all ages are welcome at Festival of Wheels, but any under 18's must be accompanied by an adult.

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