The Best Car Shows and Meets in the UK (2025 Edition)
Discover the top UK car shows and meets for 2025, from Japfest and Ford Fair to Gravity and Players Classic. Your ultimate calendar for modified and performance car events.
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Whether you’re into slammed builds, JDM icons, track focussed Euro’s, or vintage classics, 2025 is packed with unmissable UK car events. From track-based shows to laid-back Sunday morning meets, there’s something for every kind of petrolhead.
Here’s your updated guide to the best car shows and meets happening across the UK in 2025.
Players Classic – Goodwood Circuit, June 2025
Arguably one of the most beautifully curated events of the year, Players Classic blends massive motorsport heritage with some of the best builds in Europe. Expect a diverse mix of Euro, JDM, stance, race cars and air-cooled classics — all set around the legendary Goodwood Circuit.
Why go?
- Incredible mix of static and track cars
- Iconic venue
- Top-tier builds from the UK and Europe
- Usually great weather
Gravity Show – NEC Birmingham, August 2025
Now hosted indoors at the NEC, Gravity has evolved into a full-blown lifestyle and modified car expo. Expect wide-body builds, supercars, bagged dailies, and vendor displays from some of the biggest aftermarket companies in Europe.
Why go?
- UK’s biggest indoor modified car show
- Live entertainment, food, and lifestyle zones
- Big-name exhibitors and product launches
- Middle of the country, so is easy to get to no matter where you live
Ford Fair – Silverstone Circuit, August 2025
For fans of the blue oval, Ford Fair remains the ultimate day out. Whether you’re into STs, RSs, Cosworths or Capri’s, it’s a celebration of all things Ford — with track sessions, show-and-shine areas, and club stands.
Why go?
- Largest Ford event in Europe
- Iconic track location (Silverstone)
- Club culture and strong community vibe
Ultimate Stance – Telford, November 2025
If you’re into extreme lows, polished builds and big visuals, Ultimate Stance is the season closer. Hosted indoors, it’s a celebration of creativity and commitment in the stance and show scene. The team at Ultimate Dubs and Ultimate Stance always set the bar for having the opener and closing show of the year, a great way to see what has been going on over the winter and a final goodbye until the year after.
Why go?
- One of the best indoor stance shows
- End-of-season energy
- Great chance to meet owners and builders, before builds are locked away for winter
Cars & Coffee Meets – Nationwide, All Year
For a more relaxed vibe, Cars & Coffee meets are growing across the UK. These informal gatherings allow enthusiasts to connect without the stress of shows. Keep an eye out for local meets organised via Instagram or Facebook groups. Dedicated places like Caffeine and Machine and The Motorist are great places for enthusiasts to hang out, have a bite to eat and drink and admire all things with wheels.
Why go?
- Laid-back, community-driven events
- Great variety of cars
- Ideal for regular weekend drives
- Great places to relax with friends
- Laid-back, community-driven events
Final Thoughts
Whether you’re a die-hard Ford fan, love a clean Euro build, or live for JDM perfection, the UK car scene is alive and thriving in 2025. With something happening almost every month, there’s never been a better time to fuel your passion — on the track, on display, or in the car park.
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