BIMMERFEST 2026

BIMMERFEST 2026

BIMMERFEST ’26 at Mondello Park: Ireland’s Biggest BMW & Mini Day Out

Bank Holiday Monday 3rd August 2026
Mondello Park | 10:00am–6:00pm

BIMMERFEST is back, last year we welcomed over 5,000 visitors to Mondello Park — and this year we’re going bigger and better!

BIMMERFEST ’26 is Ireland’s largest event for BMW & Mini, and it’s your chance to show off your your pride and joy AND drive on track with drift and grip sessions available! Check out hundreds of incredible cars and bikes, and spend the day with a paddock full of like-minded owners and enthusiasts. 

 

A car show with a difference

BIMMERFEST isn’t just a show — it’s a full day of action on and off the track.

On the track 🏁

  • Drift and grip track sessions (trackday sessions are open to all cars, not just BMW/Mini)
  • Runs on the full 3.5km Mondello Park International Circuit
  • Open pitlane — come and go as you please
  • Beginners welcome (first 15 minutes when the track goes live are reserved for beginners)

In the paddock 🎪

Expect a packed paddock with plenty to see and do all day:

  • Show & Shine
  • Trade village
  • Food stalls
  • Kids entertainment
  • BMW Ireland - See the latest M Cars up close & personal!
  • Car club displays, themed areas, competition awards — and loads more

And if you’re not taking part in the track action, there’s a family-friendly parade lap and photoshoot at lunchtime.

 

Enter The Car Show ✨

if you want to show off your BMW or Mini you can enter the Show & Shine and get reduced price entry to the event!

Car Show & Driver Entry Form: https://www.cognitoforms.com/Trackdaysie/BIMMERFEST2026CarShowEntryForm

Trackday Car & Driver Entry: what’s included

  • Sessioned drift / grip track time
  • Pit garages available (must be booked in advance)
  • Pro photography with live, same-day prints available
  • Tea, coffee & refreshments
  • Free use of the Grand Prix Suite

Optional extras

  • 1-to-1 tuition with pro race instructors: €300 (highly recommended)
  • Extra drivers: €55
  • Passengers: €25
  • Pit garages: €55

Event schedule (timings may vary slightly)

  • 7:00am Gates open
  • 8:00am Check-in starts
  • 9:00am Drivers briefing (Grand Prix Suite)
  • 10:00am Track goes live (first 15 mins for beginners)
  • 1:00pm–2:00pm Lunch break
  • 2:00pm Track goes live
  • 5:30pm Track closes

Restrictions

All drivers, passengers and extra drivers must:

  • Be 18+
  • Hold a full driving licence

Please note: road insurance does not cover track driving.

Spectator Tickets

If you’re coming along to soak up the atmosphere, check out the cars, and enjoy the day with the family grab a spectator ticket here: https://mondellopark.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173670219 Kids under 16s and carers go FREE

About Mondello Park

Mondello Park International Race Circuit is the only FIA-licensed motor racing circuit in the Republic of Ireland. Opened in 1968, it’s one of the most technically rewarding circuits you’ll ever drive — and it has hosted everything from BTCC and British Superbikes to World Rallycross, drifting, British GT, F3 and more.

BIMMERFEST ’26 runs on the full 3.5km International Circuit.

Ready to drive it? Grab your Trackday Car & Driver Entry here: https://www.cognitoforms.com/Trackdaysie/BIMMERFEST2026CarShowEntryForm

 

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