Royal Welsh Showground, Builth Wells
Saturday 03 October – Sunday 04 October 2026

Ticket sales are now officially open for the Historic Rally Festival 2026, set to take place at the iconic Royal Welsh Showground over the weekend of Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th October 2026.

Celebrating the sights, sounds, and stories of rallying’s golden eras, the Historic Rally Festival promises an unmissable weekend for motorsport fans and families alike, featuring legendary cars, iconic drivers, and a vibrant festival atmosphere.

Early Bird Tickets (before 1st June 2026)

• Saturday Adult Ticket: £15*
• Sunday Adult Ticket: £15*
• Adult Weekend Pass: £25*

Regular Tickets (after 1st June 2026)

• Saturday Adult Ticket: £20*
• Sunday Adult Ticket: £20*
• Adult Weekend Pass: £25*

On the Gate

• Saturday Adult Ticket: £25
• Sunday Adult Ticket: £25
• Cash payment only – no card payments accepted

Family-Friendly Event

• Under 15s go FREE when accompanied by a paying adult.

* Prices subject to a website booking fee.

With thousands of enthusiasts expected to attend, visitors are encouraged to book early to take advantage of the best prices and secure their place at one of the UK’s premier historic motorsport events.

Tickets and further event information are available via the official festival website. https://www.historicrallyfestival.com

The Historic Rally Festival returns in 2026 for its highly anticipated sixth edition, promising another unforgettable celebration of the golden era of rallying. Taking place on October 3rd and 4th at the Royal Welsh Showground in Builth Wells, this hugely popular event continues to grow in stature and appeal, attracting iconic historic rally cars, well known drivers, and enthusiastic fans from across the UK and beyond.

Renowned for its unique atmosphere, close-up access to cars and crews, and thrilling demonstration stages, the Historic Rally Festival has become a standout fixture on the motorsport calendar. The 2026 edition will once again showcase an outstanding variety of machinery spanning rallying’s most celebrated decades.

Ticket sales and competitor entries will open on Saturday, February 14th – the perfect Valentine’s gift for motorsport lovers!? Fans are encouraged to book early to be part of this landmark sixth running of the event.

The organisers of the Historic Rally Festival are pleased to announce that this year’s event will take place on the 4th and 5th October in a completely new venue and format based on feedback from entrants and spectators.

Key Points For 2025:

• New Venue Royal Welsh Showground Builth Wells
- The Home of WalesRallyGB Service & Shakedown
 
• 100% Tarmac Stages - no gravel/mixed surface
 
• Reduced Entry Fee - 2025 Entry £350
 
• Single Venue Format - Stages, Service & Trade Show all in one place
 
• Zero road miles - 35 stage miles
 
• 6 runs on Saturday afternoon 2.2 mile long stage
 
• 10 Stage runs on Sunday - reverse of Saturday stage.
 
• Crew arrival & scrutineering Saturday morning.
 
• Undercover service & trade show plus crew motorhome parking on site.

Spectator tickets will be available to order online soon, along with media accreditation and marshal registration.