The GO Classic Bike Festival Ireland, the largest track-based motorcycle event, in the country, held at Bishopscourt Racing Circuit, Downpatrick, is set to be bigger and better this year with the largest entry the festival has received. Fans can expect to see over 230 riders on 280 bikes on track over the festival weekend. Loads more attractions.
Friday to Sunday - THE BIG Weekend Tickets gain access from Friday 6pm. through to Sunday 6pm, See all the track action on Saturday and Sunday, go to both chat shows on Friday & Saturday and enjoy live music on Friday, Saturday evening and Sunday afternoon. See the off track action on Friday and Saturday Evening, Family fun entertainment on Sunday. Camping is included in your ticket price for two nights
Saturday & Sunday - Standard Weekend Tickets, gain access from 7am Saturday morning see all track action on Saturday and Sunday, chat show and live music on Saturday evening and Sunday afternoons music. See the off track action Saturday Evening and Family fun entertainment on Sunday. Camping is included in your ticket price for one night.
Saturday - Saturday Day Ticket for those wanting to come for the day track action on Saturday and may stay for the evening chat shows and music. Gain access from 7am Saturday morning - however must leave Bishopscourt by 11pm. Parking for the day is include in your ticket
Sunday - Sunday Day Ticket for those wanting to come on Sunday or want to bring their kids as part of the big Family Fun Day, with track action all day, Taylor Swift Tribute music in the afternoon. Gain access from 7am Sunday morning. Parking for the day is include in your ticket.
Kids under 16 go FREE on all tickets...
Live music - Food & Bar - Off track action - Chat Shows - Motorcycle and Club Displays - Trade Stalls - Clothing - Motorcycle Dealers & much more...Under 16's are free with Accompanied Adults. Please see our Facebook or Website for all the latest news...!
FRIDAY 7th August - Paddock Access from 6pm - Chat Show 7pm - Off track action and then Live music from 8pm to 11pm....
SATURDAY 8th August - Paddock Access all day, Bike Racing & Bike Parades 8am to 6pm - Chat Show 7pm - Off track action and then Live music from 8pm to 11pm....
SUNDAY 3rd August - Family Fun Day !! All under 16 are free. Free bouncy castles, free face painting, watch 6-9 year olds racing and crazy lawnmover racing. KiteCrew Ireland and their impressive kite display. Taylor Swift Tribute music Paddock Access, Bike Racing & Bike Parades 8am to 6pm and much more....
CORPORATE HOSPITALITY We are delighted to offer you the chance to purchase VIP Hospitality at this year’s GO Classic Bike Festival Ireland! Sit back, relax and enjoy this exciting and memorable racing experience in the hospitality unit.We are pleased to be able to offer a limited number of Corporate Hospitality places for both Saturday and Sunday. The package will include:Breakfast on-arrivalCatered lunchUnlimited tea, coffee & soft drinksThe opportunity to meet, as well as get photos & autographs with your favourite special guest ridersWatch the racing from the best seat in the houseThis is your opportunity to experience luxury and get up close and personal with stars!Priced at only £60 per person per day, or £110 for both days, this is an opportunity not to be missed!(Please note, purchasing hospitality doesn’t include your entrance ticket. (You must also purchase an entrance ticket)
Sponsorship opportunities available within the Corporate Hospitality Unit, Trade Stand Space also avialable - please call Robin 07775 592314For any queries on tickets please email to info@classicbikefestireland.com for more information.
A packed programme of Racing & Parade laps on both Saturday & Sunday to include:
Open Invitation Superbike Race
Supersport Race
Classic Superbike and GP250 Race
Classic Pre ’73 Race
Classic GP250/350 race including Supersport 400 Race
Sidecar Race
Featuring period race bikes from all eras with many Yamaha TZ250 / 350 / 500 / 750 and factory YZR500’s. Suzuki RG500 GP machines as well as XR69’s and other classic Superbikes. Rare race machines from the 60’s and 70’s to include Triumphs, Nortons and Honda’s etc. Keep informed of all the latest news on what bikes are coming Facebook and this website. There will be over 250 individual machines on track in our parade laps, both Saturday and Sunday for the following classes:
Celebration Parade (TBC)
Senior Race Bike Parade
Junior Race Bike Parade
Lightweight Race Bike Parade
Moto Trial NI will be returning to the Festival for the 2nd year and again running a Classic Twin Shock Arena Trails event on both Friday and Saturday evenings. What we really want to know is do we think the ‘road race’ riders such as Ryan Farquhar think they can beat the seasoned ‘trials experts’ over a time trial course? Expect thrills and spills, and a fair bit of craic as we find out…
The Island Classic Club will set up outside the circuit with their fantastic range of 70/80's road bikes, across from them will be the Honda Owners Club NI. In the paddock local VJMC club will have their displays as the the Amicale Spirit of Speed Club with their superb collection of Ex-works Grand Prix machines dominated with 500cc two-strokes. May other private collections will be seen in the paddock. We will also have the display marquee where individuals will have a range of classic race and road bikes on display.
KiteCrew Ireland come to the festival for the first time as part of our Family Friendly Sunday where all children under 16 are FREE. This amazing display of dozens of weird and whacky kites is sure to leave a lasting impression.
For even more fun the NILMRA guys and girls are making their debut at the festival this year. We're excited to see what will be a fun filled action packed spectacle. Lets hope we don't get the weather they're used to... Appearing for one day only on Sunday - our Family Focused Day.
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