Family-friendly Festival Feel as Major Car Show ‘Japfest’ Roars to Silverstone this Spring

West Mids Life has two pairs of tickets to this fantastic event. See the bottom of the page for entry details.

A spectacular spring day out is heading to Silverstone on Sunday 19th April (10am-5pm), as Japfest- Europe’s biggest Japanese car show celebrates its 10th anniversary with an action-packed event for all ages.

Attracting more than 25,000 visitors each year, Japfest transforms the famous F1 circuit into a vibrant festival of cars, colour and live entertainment. While it’s a must-visit for car enthusiasts, organisers have made sure the event’s wide appeal makes it just as enjoyable for families and first-time visitors, making locals the envy of fans travelling from across the world to attend.

There’s plenty of jaw-dropping action from the comfort of your grandstand seat, with high-octane live displays and demos across the day. One of the biggest highlights is the live drifting display, where the UK’s most skilled drivers test their talent and cars to the limit in a spectacular competition of precision and power, before headliner and fan favourite Steve ‘Baggsy’ Biagioni, tears up the circuit with tyre-shredding runs, outrageous car control, and a masterclass in sideways style.

With unique driving opportunities on the famous Silverstone F1 circuit, any secret Lewis Hamiltons in the family will thrill at the chance to buckle up and ride shotgun in a dedicated ‘Drift Taxi’, experiencing first-hand the thrills and skills of sideways speed.

Away from the track, explore thousands of eye-catching cars on display, from colourful custom builds to rare and classic models, including ‘The Great Unveiling’ of carefully-guarded new builds. With friendly club stands and demonstrators, a huge retail village, plus plenty of food, drink and relaxation areas, Silverstone’s excellent access and facilities ensure a comfortable visit, whatever the weather.

“People are often surprised by just how much there is to see and do,” says organiser Phil Weeden. “Yes, the cars are incredible, but it’s also about the atmosphere. There’s constant track action, interactive experiences, great food and a real community feel. And what a location- for motoring heritage, setting and inspiration, you just can’t beat Silverstone. It makes it really special, whether you’re a lifelong petrolhead, or just looking for a really different and memorable day out this spring.”

With its combination of scale, setting and spectacle, Japfest Silverstone attracts a diverse audience spanning generations, united by a shared enthusiasm for motoring. For full event details, advance discounted tickets and updates, visit https://japfest.co.uk/silverstone/ and keep an eye on their social media for special announcements and prizes.

To be in with a chance of winning a pair of tickets, just ‘like’ and ‘follow’ the facebook page of the magazine where you saw this post.

The closing date to enter is Tuesday 31st March 2026.

Winners will be notified the following day and tickets will be sent out within 7 days.