Motorfest NI 2025: Northern Ireland’s ultimate motor festival returns

The annual Motorfest NI, proudly presented by the Community Rescue Service (CRS), is set to return to Ballymena Showgrounds on Sunday 24th August 2025 for what organisers are promising will be the biggest and best festival yet.

Fans of engines and automotive excellence can expect a spectacular display of cars, bikes, trucks, and tractors, alongside trade stands, caterers, and coffee stalls.

Public entry is priced at just £5, making it an accessible day out for the whole family.

“It just wouldn’t be Motorfest NI without a few head-turning supercars on display… and this year’s lineup does not disappoint!” organisers said.

Visitors can look forward to iconic vehicles including Lamborghinis, Ferraris, and Porsches, all available to admire up close.

Event entry and timings

Motorist NI Exibitor & Trade Stand entrance: St Patrick’s Link Road

Show vehicles are asked to enter via St Patrick’s Link Road between 8:30am and 10:45am.

Public spectators entrance: Warden Street/Slemish Drive

Public spectators can enter via Warden Street/Slemish Drive from 11am to 3pm. Attendees are reminded to arrive at the correct entrance to ensure smooth traffic flow across the showgrounds.

Car clubs and community spirit

Motorfest NI 2025 is also welcoming the ST Owners Club NI, who will bring a range of vehicles from “pocket rockets to full-blown show-stoppers – all polished, tuned, and ready to turn heads.”

“This is what Motorfest NI is all about – clubs, cars, and community coming together for one epic day of automotive excellence,” organisers added.

Spaces for car clubs are filling fast, with organisers encouraging clubs to secure their spot early.

Tractors and unique vehicles welcome

This blue beauty getting ready for Motorfest NI

Motorfest NI celebrates all things on wheels. Tractors—whether vintage, modern, shiny, or well-worked—are invited to join the display.

“From polished showpieces to machines that still earn their keep, every tractor has a story to tell, and we’d love to see yours on display,” organisers said.

New location, relaxed atmosphere

This year’s festival moves to a new venue, Ballymena Showgrounds, conveniently located for visitors from Belfast, the north coast, and beyond. With ample space for parking, displays, and wandering, the event promises a relaxed environment for enthusiasts of all kinds—from classic car fans to supercar aficionados.

Reduced vehicle entry fee

To encourage participation, organisers have reduced vehicle entry to just £10.

“Whether you’re bringing a car, truck, motorbike, tractor, or something totally unique – we want YOU at the show!

“Our goal has always been simple: raise vital funds for our charity, and the best way to do that is by packing the show full of amazing machines and the passionate people who bring them,” organisers said.

Motorfest NI continues to celebrate motoring passion and community spirit, ensuring a fun-filled day for families and enthusiasts alike.

Tickets for public entry are available here.