A popular retro motoring festival is set to return with a new theme and more entertainment.
Thruxton Circuit near Andover will host its Thruxton Retro festival from Friday, July 3 to Sunday, July 5, 2026.
The event will feature two days of classic racing, vintage displays, and an array of family-friendly activities.
This year's theme is 'Back to the 80s,' celebrating an era of "big fun, big hair, and even bigger tunes."
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A spokesman for Thruxton Retro described the event as "a weekend filled with iconic 80s music, family-friendly entertainment, racing action, car and motorbike clubs, legendary machines, fun fair and much more."
On-site camping will be available for those who want to stay for the full festival experience.
This year, the event will introduce an eighth-mile drag strip for the first time, using part of Thruxton’s runway.
Open to all vehicles, the strip will give visitors the chance to race their own cars in a controlled, professionally managed environment and compete for the fastest time.
The spokesman said: "The family-friendly festival is expected to attract enthusiasts and local families alike from across Andover, Hampshire, and beyond."
In addition to motorsport, attendees can enjoy club displays, live entertainment, food and drink, and a selection of classic cars and motorcycles.
Tickets start from £15. Go to thruxtonracing.co.uk/
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