New for 2026! The Drivers Lounge

If your car is selected to the Indoor Show and Shine hall you will have access to the drivers lounge area.

A separate chill area with refreshments and snacks on the day of the show.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Show & Shine FAQs

When will I hear back?

We process applications monthly, however you may not hear back until April 2026. Please do not apply more than once.

When do I need to arrive?

Indoor Show & Shine -Your car needs to arrive on Saturday 2nd May, 2pm - 7pm. NO SUNDAY ARRIVALS.

Outdoor Show & Shine - Sunday 3rd May 8am - 9am

If accepted, can I bring my car on Sunday and park it inside?

No, all indoor cars must arrive on Saturday 2nd May, 2pm - 7pm.

Will my car be safe overnight?

Yes, the indoor halls are completely secure each with their own dedicated overnight security team.

Ive been accepted for Indoors, can I bring a passenger?

Yes you can but once you receive your accepted email you will have the option to bring 1 passenger with you who can purchase an Indoor passenger ticket. You will both need a ticket so you can enter the Drivers Lounge.

Ive been accepted for Outdoors, can I bring a passenger?

Yes you can, all passengers will need a General Public ticket each. We advise to purchase online so they have their digital ticket on the phone ready to scan at arrival and also save money.

GENERAL FAQs

When is the event?

Sunday 3rd May 2026.

• Show vehicles can enter from 6am - 9am
• General Public entry from 10am - 2pm.

The event concludes at 5pm.

Where is the event?