10 reasons to book your 2024 Festival of Speed tickets – and kids go free

Festival of Speed presented by Mastercard 11 – 14 JULY 2024 – here’s everything you need to know.

The Festival of Speed presented by Mastercard is the world’s greatest celebration of motorsport and car culture. Held in the beautiful parkland surrounding Goodwood House, the Festival of Speed provides an intoxicating mix of supercars, Formula 1 machines and so much more. Just like each year, more surprises will be in store. In the meantime, here is what you can expect this summer.

THE HILLCLIMB

The hillclimb runs directly through the heart of the event. Each year, drivers race to the top in their bid for the quickest time across the four-day festival. Who will be crowned the champion of the 2024 Festival of Speed?

FORMULA 1 SUPERSTARS

Explore some of history’s greatest race cars in the F1 Pit Lane presented by Sky before making your way over to the Drivers’ Club to grab a selfie with one of your motorsport heroes. With the likes of Oracle Red Bull Racing and Williams Racing already announcing big plans for the event, you will not want to miss out!

SUPERCAR PADDOCK

The world’s newest, most powerful and fastest cars all in one place. Witness the latest masterpieces from automotive powerhouses such as Bugatti, Ferrari, Lamborghini and McLaren. Get up close and inspect every detail of these incredible machines.

FUTURE LAB PRESENTED BY RANDOX

Flying cars. 3D-printed food. Jet packs. Future Lab is the hub of pioneering achievement and provides an immersive technology experience. Discover dynamic, interactive activities that will inspire everyone.

ELECTRIC AVENUE

With up to 20 models on display, Electric Avenue is the best place to discover the latest in alternative fuels. You’ll be able to learn more about the benefits associated with switching, with the help of our partners on hand to answer any questions you may have.

CENTRAL FEATURE

Sitting at the heart of the event, the Central Feature has developed into one of the most eye-catching and iconic aspects of the Festival of Speed. This year’s dramatic sculpture will mark the centenary of the iconic MG Motors brand.

CAR DEBUTS AND LAUNCHES

Here is where you can get up close to all the latest vehicles from the automotive world. With many cars under tight wraps ahead of the festival, visiting the First Glance Paddock presented by heycar is essential to see what the future of the motoring industry has in store.

DID YOU KNOW…KIDS GO FREE?

Not only do those aged 13 – 21 years old go half price, but children 12 years and under go free! It’s the ultimate family event of the summer and one of the best places on earth to spark new curiosities and forge memories that will last a lifetime!

FOREST RALLY STAGE

For most of the year all that’s audible are the birds flitting between the trees. But for just one weekend, the Forest Rally Stage comes alive and the tight hairpin turns and blind crests of the track are decimated by fire-breathing rally cars.

CARTIER STYLE ET LUXE

Admire the cream of the crop of rare and intriguing automotive design, with the overall winner being announced on the Sunday by a carefully selected panel of judges.

Only Thursday tickets remain so be sure to book quickly! Alternatively, access sold out days with one of the Festival of Speed hospitality experiences.