Festival of Wheels

An intoxicating mix of cars, bikes, trucks and all things motoring come together over two superb days for the Festival of Wheels. The largest event of its kind in the South-East, the Festival gathers together the east coasts rarest and most glamorous cars, bikes and trucks. The festival of wheels is a unique event created for those with a passion for motoring in general. Hosted by Motor Show Events the festival format enables visitors to enjoy a full day or weekend of motoring entertainment including amazing stunts.

What’s On

Show opens at 10am and closes 5pm both days to day visitors (Camping Available see tickets)

Monster Truck Rides

STRAP YOURSELF IN…The Red Dragon Monster Ride Truck is the only tubular framed race specification ride truck in Europe with 6.5 litre Chevy V8 engine giving more torque to cater for the extra weight of carrying up to ten passengers. Suitable for people young and old as long as they are over 3 feet tall.

Broke FMX Stunt Team

The display consists of massive jumps up vertical walls, breath-taking ‘drop offs’, a full range of freestyle tricks: wheelies, stoppies, back wheel hops, 180 degree flick turns etc, plus other spectacular stunts which, combined with the showmanship will leave you in disbelief of what you have just witnessed. New for 2018: new tricks, new routines, new bikes, new riders and a bigger than ever show! The non-stop stunts provide high octane excitement and are sure to leave you wanting to see more.

Hayes & Southall MC Present Motorcycle Football

Have you seen football? Have you seen off road motorbikes? Have you seen them together? A football match with a difference. Motorbike football is a must watch for all the family, high speed thrills and spills as riders negotiate there way around the football pitch whilst controlling a very big football aiming to score. The only teams in England and will be live at our show.

Extreme Bike Battle: Entertainment

– Quarter pipe (BMX flips)
– MTB Trials (cup squash and huge leaps)
– Freerunning (flips & twists over structure)
– BMX Flatland (Fast no handed spins)

4 elements will make for a wicked show!

Then there will be two coaching elements Freerunning & Flatland Bmx all FREE of charge

The Rockets Children’s Motorcycle Display Team

Combining adrenaline-fuelled stunt action, this talented troupe of young boys & girls will astound you with their airborne stunts & formation riding performance. Featuring our very own club mascot “Rocket” the bear bringing this show alive with the audience.

Happy’s Circus (FREE to watch)

Happy’s Circus makes it’s debut visit to Festival of Wheels 2018. It is a professional all human (no animals) show providing fabulous family entertainment, which appeals to both adults and children, just read their 5 star reviews on Facebook!
Festival of Wheels will host four shows on both Saturday & Sunday
Show times are @: 11am, 12.15, 2pm & 3.15pm
There are 2 A shows & 2 B shows each day so if you miss one of the shows, you can see it at another time
Performances feature illusion, aerial straps, double adagio, aerial silks, magic, spinning plates, speciality acts: (unique to Happy’s Circus), including low wire with bubbles, high-bicycle balancing and explosive fire escapology, audience participation and clowns with hilarious original material
Happy’s Circus is presented in a colourful, 600 seat all-weather Big Top and seats are not pre-booked. So be there early to see amazing international acts at your preferred time.

Outdoor Cinema FREE of charge

Outdoor cinema during the course of the day,
Be prepared for cinema fun! A series of well known films will be shown on our HUGE screen over the Day.

4×4 Off-Road Passenger Experience

The Suffolk land rover owners club will be in attendance both days of the show. They will be raising money for local charities at the show by giving rides in their vehicles on their mini off-road course.

Racing Simulator

You can experience the thrills of the racing track when you climb on board our simulator.

Clive Shaw Trucking

We are pleased to announce an incredible opportunity for you, experience being behind the wheel of one of our trucks on the grass at Festival of Wheels.

MAIN Stage Entertainment

LIVE BANDS

DJ Crazy Nadge

The Bombshells 1940s Harmony Trio

More tbc

Little Dubbers (Kids Fun Area) 

Step into Little Dubbers magical world and go wild in our enormous Bouncy castle village supplied by Mega Inflatables. Children and adults can also enjoy a taste of what it’s like to pilot a Mini movie truck, Which is a brand new attraction being put together ready for the start of 2018 it will consist of 4 replica mini famous trucks for kids to drive, Donkey Rides, fun fair rides that all of the family can enjoy, face painting, kids entertainers, racing car simulator, princess appearances on Saturday and on Sunday throughout the day.(under 10s go free to the event, rides, inflatables ETC will have an additional cost).

“The Tasty” Food Fair

The Festival of Wheels ‘Food Fair will be cooking up a storm. Quality food is very much part of our show, from the vintage tea rooms, to the yummy street food. At the festival of wheels you can sample the flavours of the past and the future; we also have amazing drinks on offer from the bars and stands.

Show & Shine on Both Days

All types of Cars / Bikes / Trucks / Vehicles are welcome, all ages, makes, models and styles, Don’t miss out go to our Register page to get the best seats in the house, so you’re at the right place at the right time. We’ve got some Amazing Trophies up for grabs, and extra prizes. Space is limited and the paddock fills up quickly, so be sure to arrive early.

Show gates to the vehicles open at 7.30 and will close at 10am so please don’t be late.

Entry for all show vehicles includes all passengers and your entry into the show arena all for FREE. (Camping Available see bottom of this page)

Trophy Categories are :

BEST CLASSIC CAR

BEST IN SHOW

BEST CUSTOM CAR

BEST SCOOTER

BEST HOME GROWN

BEST BIKE

BEST MODIFIED VEHICLE

Movie Cars Display

Our movie car section has on display some of Hollywood’s most iconic automobiles including the likes of ‘General Lee’, Starsky and Hutch’s Gran Torino, A-Team van, Herbie more TBC

Muscle Car Experience

Some of the biggest baddest street machines from motorcycles, hot rods to muscle cars, crazy street machines and trucks, Street Freaks – Drag Cars – Vans – Gassers – Muscle & Some Rock ‘n Roll.

The Supercar World

The Supercar world boasts the worlds most expensive cars and the timeless classics, With iconic brands like Ferrari, Lamborghini, Porsche, rolls Royce, Bentley, Tvr, Maserati, Mclaren, BMW and many more.

Modified Mayhem

Modified Mayhem is the Largest, Loudest, Hottest and Fastest, modified display in Essex, Traders, Show & Shine, Drifting cars, Jet Car and much more, it’s Essex’s most extreme Car Show. There’s all types of cars, all ages, makes, models and styles.

The Vintage Village

The Vintage Village is a hidden gem in the heart of the Festival of Wheels …..”sssh don’t tell everyone!” The area focuses on Good Old Fashioned classic’s and celebrates all that was great from before the turn of the century up to the 1980’s. So whatever your interest, Whether it be looking at Vintage/classic cars, Veteran Cycles, Vintage Fashion, Antiques, Rusty Automobillia, dancing the day away with DJ Crazy Nadge joining in jump jive and swing dancing with the Foxy Rock Dancers or chilling to live music from the amazing Bombshells. There is something for everyone at Vintage Village whether your 8 or 88! With Live bands not to be missed! The Vintage Village is run by enthusiasts for enthusiasts and is a wonderful opportunity to relax and enjoy the company of family and friends in beautiful surroundings.

Wheels & Deals

See the latest cars, meet motoring legends, see the latest tech innovations. To the delight of our visitors on the hunt for their next car. Dealerships and manufacturers from across Essex will showcase their vehicles across the whole event. There will also be some very special guests.

East Coast Mods & Rockers

Choppers, Bobbers, Baggers, Trikes, Street Fighters Customs & Scooters, Essex’s largest motorcycle exhibition. Whether you’re passionate about custom built homemade shed builds, to one off hand crafted monsters, this area has lots of Quality and Style. You’re sure to find everything you need and have a great day at the Show.

Youtuber Corner

Dub Customs
Dub Customs is one of the UK ‘s best-known VEHICLE WRAPPING AND CUSTOMISATION specialists They transform cars from hatchbacks to hypercars, Their experienced team can offer everything from vinyl wraps and alloy wheel refurbs, through to body kits and bespoke interiors. The possibilities are endless. They also work and look after some of the world famous cars on youtube from the likes of supercars of London Lamborghini and M3 to seen through glasses   McLaren 540c  and not for getting  Racing driver  Archie Hamilton’s  CORVETTE (the only one in the UK)

Trade Stands & Shopping

We have lots of traders on-site selling everything from vintage clothes, shoes and bags to Wheels & Tyres, wax polish to the Complete engines.

To apply for a trade stall at this year’s event, please go to our Register page.

 American Car Hire

The Chevrolet Camaro is one of the most prestigious cars worldwide and ours serve only to prove it. These cars allow you to drive in unbeatable luxury and will turn heads no matter where you go, so come and check them out at the show.

Hot Hire

REAL FIREMEN, REAL FIRE ENGINE. Fully insured, fully licensed and fully converted for a extra special hire!
The first fully converted Fire Engine limousine company of its kind to the Essex area. We provide hire for all occasions.