Discover Northamptonshire

Doorslammers
2026-05-17 | Santa Pod, Airfield Rd, Podington, Wellingborough, NN29 7XA
It’s back and better than ever!
Once a highlight of the drag racing calendar in the ‘70s and ‘80s, The Doorslammers has roared back to life. With a massive prize fund and seven heads-up classes alongside a monster Bracket class, expect the competition to be fierce and the racing relentless.
The only thing bigger than the prize fund will be the bragging rights.
Doorslammer tickets Include entry to VW Breakout – On the other side of the track from Doorslammers this weekend is VW Breakout! Featuring Live Music, Show & Shine and more.

FIA/FIM Main Event
2026-05-23, 2026-05-24, 2026-05-25 | Santa Pod, Airfield Rd, Podington, Wellingborough, NN29 7XA
It’s Round 1 of the FIA/FIM European Championships. That means hundreds of race teams, some of the fastest cars and bikes in Europe, and enough horsepower to make the ground shake. We’re talking 11,000bhp Top Fuel Dragsters going from 0–100mph in less than a second. Racing doesn’t get more serious than this, or bigger in scale.
And it’s not just the racing that makes it special. There’s a full weekend of entertainment for all ages: jet cars, monster trucks, stunts, music, food, and family fun. This is the ultimate family day out, or the ultimate way to keep the kids quiet while you enjoy a bit of fierce competition.

The Vauxhall Show
2026-05-31 | Santa Pod, Airfield Rd, Podington, Wellingborough, NN29 7XA
Vauxhalls take over Santa Pod for a high-octane celebration of Britain’s beloved badge! From classic Vivas to modern VXRs, The Vauxhall Show welcomes all things Griffin to the drag strip and showground alike.
Whether you’re sporting a finely-tuned Astra, a custom-built Corsa, a rare Opel import, or even a Holden with a Vauxhall twist — this is the event for you. Expect a full day of Vauxhall-only Run What Ya Brung (RWYB) action, Show & Shine competition, Car Club displays and plenty of chances to meet like-minded enthusiasts.
Famed for their reliability, affordability, and surprising mod-ability, Vauxhalls have earned their place in the hearts (and garages) of everyone from first-time drivers to seasoned petrolheads. The drag strip is calling — drop the clutch and test your machine’s mettle in a safe, legal, and adrenaline-filled environment!

Truck Takeover
2026-06-06, 2026-06-07 | Santa Pod, Airfield Rd, Podington, Wellingborough, NN29 7XA
Powered by Brian Currie Ltd’
Driving Beds, Bucks & Northants forward with DAF Trucks, Volkswagen & Farizon Vans
When we say trucks, we mean TRUCKS. Each one bigger, bolder, and more impressive than the last. And for these two days they won’t be holding up traffic, they’ll be charging like they just spotted a service station. From gleaming vintage classics to the latest jaw-dropping designs, you’ll see the best of the best up close.
Expect drag racing duels, monster truck mayhem, jet-powered madness, and enough entertainment to keep the kids smiling.
Bring your earplugs, bring your camera, and get ready for a weekend that’s bigger, louder, and more unforgettable than anything on the road.

Street Weekend
2026-06-07 08:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | Santa Pod, Airfield Rd, Podington, Wellingborough, NN29 7XA
Buckle up – Street Weekend is back! Bigger, tougher and meaner than ever!
After 3 successful years, we’re shaking things up with a new four-day format that’ll see drivers racking up the road miles and hammering 3 different tracks across the weekend. It all starts at Santa Pod Raceway on Day 1, where each driver will lay down their first time of the event before heading out on the road for a 200-mile haul to Elvington in Yorkshire. After a run there on Day 2, they’ll be back on the road via a set of checkpoints, and on to Melbourne Raceway, setting another time here on Day 3. Just when the drivers and the cars think they’ve had enough, it’s back on the road, all the way back to Santa Pod Raceway for the final showdown on Day 4.
For 2026, we’re turning up the heat and throwing in some variety by offering a varying track conditions on each day of the event.
Day 1 – Santa Pod: 1/8 mile, fully prepped — nice and grippy
Day 2 – Elvington: 1/4 mile, unprepped — unpredictable and spicy
Day 3 – Melbourne: 1/8 mile, unprepped — hang on tight
Day 4 – Santa Pod: 1/4 mile, fully prepped — go for glory
That’ll equate to around 600 miles across 4 days, mixed conditions and zero excuses.
We all know Street Eliminator cars are some of the quickest street-legal machines in the UK… but can they survive four days of punishment and still put down big numbers on totally different surfaces or is their Street Weekend crown be about to slip?
We’re about to find out, and it’s going to be absolutely wild!

Sportsman Nationals
2026-06-13, 2026-06-14 | Santa Pod, Airfield Rd, Podington, Wellingborough, NN29 7XA
Two full days of National Drag Racing Championship competition with headline Nostalgia classes bringing the golden era of the sport back to life. Expect a whole lot of action, and not a lot of quiet.
Watch headline Nostalgia classes go head-to-head in the National Championship, stay up late for the evening entertainment, and pitch your tent for two days of mind-blowing fun.
Trust us, there is no better place to be than at the trackside.

BMW Show
2026-06-21 | Santa Pod, Airfield Rd, Podington, Wellingborough, NN29 7XA
The All-Action BMW Show!
Get ready for the ultimate celebration of performance, power, and passion at the BMW Show – the all-action event dedicated entirely to BMW enthusiasts!
Whether you’re a proud BMW owner or simply an admirer of the marque, the BMW Show has something for everyone. Enjoy a full day of automotive excitement with stunning BMW Car Club displays, BMW-Only Run What Ya Brung track action, Show & Shine Competition and the ultimate gathering of BMW passion, performance, and pride!
Whether you’re behind the wheel or just soaking up the atmosphere, the BMW Show is the must-attend event for every BMW lover!

Dragstalgia
2026-06-26, 2026-06-27, 2026-06-28 | Santa Pod, Airfield Rd, Podington, Wellingborough, NN29 7XA
Drive Into The Good Old Days
Step into the past with Dragstalgia, Santa Pod’s celebration of vintage drag racing and hot rod culture.
Cannonball Altereds, Funny Cars, historic bikes, and the Gasser Circus take to the strip, while the Show & Shine, Cracklefest, live music, Jet Car, and a beer festival keep the whole family amused.
Camping onsite makes it a full weekend of motorsport and memories, because one day of action isn’t enough!

Podpads village at The Hilton Northampton
2026-07-02, 2026-07-03, 2026-07-04, 2026-07-05, 2026-07-06 | Hilton Hotel Northampton, Hilton Hotel Northampton, 100 Watering Lane, Collingtree, Northampton, NN4 0XW
Join The Hilton Northampton for the Grand Prix weekend and experience a touch of luxury in their boutique campsite within the grounds of the Hotel. The hotel has provided a dedicated area for boutique accommodation, with its own entrance, car park, and services. Guests will also be able to enjoy breakfast within the hotel, as well as use facilities.
In the Podpads village you will find:

Toilets and showers
Pamper parlour with hairdryers and straighteners
Reception and chill out area
Free phone charging facilities
Security and wristbanded access

The location of the Hitlon Northampton is perfect for those wanting to enjoy the Grand Prix at the Silverstone race track, being only 10 minutes from the park and ride stop at the Sixfields stadium.
Check in is from 4pm on Thursday 2nd July. Check out for all guests will be 10am on Monday morning.

PULLUP
2026-07-04 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-07-05 08:00 - 17:00 | Santa Pod, Airfield Rd, Podington, Wellingborough, NN29 7XA
The UK’s fastest street cars go head-to-head in a heart-racing showdown! It’s going to be a busy day of sleepers, supercars, and built monsters clashing side-by-side on the strip.
Meet your favourite YouTubers, enjoy food stalls, funfair rides, merch, and family-friendly entertainment.
Who takes the win? Only one way to find out…

Transitmania
2026-07-17 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-07-18 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-07-19 08:00 - 17:00 | Santa Pod, Airfield Rd, Podington, Wellingborough, NN29 7XA
Transitmania is a show for owners and enthusiasts of Ford’s legendary Transit van. Its a relaxed event for all Ford Transits and their owners. Standard, modified, classic or campers are all welcome along to enjoy this open event. Customised, working or slowly rusting away, come and join like minded aficionados. Attend for just one day or stay for the whole weekend!

Mustang Nationals
2026-07-18 | Santa Pod, Airfield Rd, Podington, Wellingborough, NN29 7XA
Get ready for a Mustang-fueled weekend at Santa Pod Raceway!
In partnership with the Mustang Owners Club of Great Britain and Simply Mustangs UK, the event is packed with Mustang-only Public Track Time, a Show Car Paddock, drag demos, traders, live entertainment, and more. Whether you’re racing, showing off your ride, or just soaking up the atmosphere, it’s the ultimate celebration of America’s most iconic pony car.
And did we mention there will be Mustangs?

Ford Show
2026-07-18 | Santa Pod, Airfield Rd, Podington, Wellingborough, NN29 7XA
Celebrate Ford’s legacy as every model that’s shaped motoring history rolls into Santa Pod Raceway for an unmissable one-day show.
Got a Ford? Join Run What Ya Brung and send it down the quarter-mile or polished it up and enter the Show & Shine comp. Beyond the action on four wheels, enjoy thrilling stunt shows, stunning club displays, handling track and live entertainment for the whole family.
Bring your Ford. Soak up the atmosphere, the music, and the thrill of a day dedicated entirely to the Blue Oval.

Bug Jam Festival 39
2026-07-24 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-07-25 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-07-26 08:00 - 17:00 | Santa Pod, Airfield Rd, Podington, Wellingborough, NN29 7XA
The Pod’s original and best Summer fest!
Get ready for a weekend like no other, packed with entertainment and enjoyment for everyone!
What Makes Bug Jam Unmissable? This family-friendly, VW-themed festival delivers an unmatched three-day experience combining: Thrilling Drag Racing, Incredible Music Line-Up, VW Displays & Competitions, Stunt Shows, Side-Splitting Comedy, Jet Cars, Fun Fair, Trade Village, Kids’ Entertainment & Activities… and so much more!
Bug Jam is more than a car show—it’s a motorsport event, music festival, and campervan extravaganza all rolled into one unforgettable experience!

USC - Ultimate Street Car
2026-07-31 | Santa Pod, Airfield Rd, Podington, Wellingborough, NN29 7XA
USC at Santa Pod Raceway is the Largest, Loudest, Hottest and Fastest modified car festival in Europe featuring Run What Ya Brung public track time, Drag Racing, Music*, Club Camping, Traders, Show & Shine, Drifting, Stunts Displays, Jet Car and much more. It’s the UK’s most extreme Car Show!
