CarFest at Silverstone

Get ready for a weekend of family fun at CarFest 2026!

Get ready to spend to quality family time at CarFest presented by bp! With enough activities and attractions to keep the whole family entertained - from live music and cars to celebrity stars wellbeing sessions celebrity chefs and cookery demonstrations there’s something for everyone to enjoy making it the perfect weekend for families looking to have fun explore and create unforgettable memories together.

Created by radio legend Chris Evans CarFest isn’t just about the fun— it’s also the UK’s largest family fundraising festival having raised millions for deserving children’s charities.

With seven magical festivals and a big party every evening CarFest hosts a weekend packed with unforgettable experiences for the whole family. At KidsFest little ones will meet their favourite characters and enjoy games sports and entertainment designed just for them. Foodies will love FoodFest where you can sample delicious bites and watch celebrity chef-led cooking demos that are sure to inspire your next family meal. Take a trip down memory lane at RetroFest celebrating all things vintage and classic. Need a break? SpaFest offers relaxing wellbeing experiences and talks from wellness experts to help you make informed choices about your health. Over at StarFest you’ll rub shoulders with some of the UK’s biggest stars from TV film literature sport and more. And at the heart of it all is Cars at CarFest featuring jaw-dropping track shows and dazzling displays of the coolest cars around.

Cap off every evening with a massive party at The Main Stage featuring live performances from top artists including Jessie J, Tom Jones, Nile Rodgers & CHIC, Rick Astley, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, The Proclaimers, Rick Parfitt Jnr and many more.

Don’t miss out on the summer’s biggest family fundraising festival! 

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