Revving Up for 2025: Early Bird Tickets Now Available for the Donington Historic Festival

The Donington Historic Festival (DHF) is back for 2025, and it’s shaping up to be the ultimate weekend for classic motorsport enthusiasts. Taking place over the May Bank Holiday weekend (2-4 May), the festival promises a thrilling mix of on-track action, stunning car displays, and engaging activities. Early bird tickets are now on sale, offering generous discounts until 31 January. If you’re planning to attend, now’s the time to secure your spot.

Expanded Format for 2025

The 2025 Donington Historic Festival sees Motor Racing Legends, led by Pierre-Antoine Lecoutour, taking the reins and expanding the festival to a three-day format. This means even more opportunities to soak in the atmosphere at Donington Park, a venue known for its rich racing heritage.

One of the standout additions to this year’s event is the introduction of the GT3 Legends series. Expect to see a dazzling lineup of racing supercars from iconic brands like Aston Martin, Ferrari, McLaren, and Lamborghini competing for glory. These GT3 cars, homologated between 2006 and 2012, are sure to captivate fans of modern classics.

A Racing Line-Up for All

The full timetable is yet to be announced, but Donington Historic Festival 2025 is already set to deliver an impressive range of categories. Highlights include:

• Vintage Racers: Witness cars from the 1920s to 1940s showcasing their charm and speed.
• Touring Cars: Relive decades of tin-top battles, from the 1950s through to the 1990s.
• GT and Sports Cars: Marvel at exotic machinery spanning generations.
• Formula Junior Single-Seaters: Close, wheel-to-wheel racing that’s always a crowd favourite.

With hundreds of historic cars on track, there’s something for everyone, whether you’re a fan of pre-war classics or cutting-edge GT3 machines.

More Than Just Racing

The Donington Historic Festival offers more than exhilarating races. Visitors can enjoy:

• Open-Access Paddocks: Get up close to the cars and chat with the teams behind them.
• Pitlane Walks: A behind-the-scenes experience during the lunchtime break.
• Car Club Displays: Hundreds of cherished classics creating a vibrant ‘pop-up’ museum in the Infield.
• Trade Stalls: Browse an array of memorabilia, parts, and automotive treasures.

These features make the Donington Historic Festival a celebration of automotive culture, offering activities for the whole family.

Affordable Fun for Everyone

Early bird tickets provide excellent value for money:

• Friday 2 May (Qualifying Day): £15 for adults.
• Saturday 3 May or Sunday 4 May (Race Days): £25 per day for adults.
• Weekend Pass (All Three Days): £40 for adults.

Children under 13 go free, while teenagers (13-15) benefit from discounted entry. With these prices, the Donington Historic Festival is an accessible treat for motorsport fans of all ages.

A Word from the Organisers

Pierre-Antoine Lecoutour, CEO of Motor Racing Legends, shared his excitement:
“I visited Donington Park for the first time last week, and I immediately fell in love with the venue. It’s a fantastic place, and I can’t wait to see it buzzing with historic motorsport and the passionate fans who make this event so special.”

Book Your Tickets Today

Don’t miss your chance to experience this unmissable celebration of historic motorsport. Early bird tickets are available now at www.doningtonhistoric.com. Act fast – discounted prices end on 31 January.

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