Podstock is Santa Pod’s brand new, budget-friendly tribute music festival at a drag strip, perfect for families who want a full weekend of live entertainment without the big festival price tag. Enjoy a feel-good line-up of top tribute acts celebrating iconic artists from rock, pop and country*.
There’s plenty to keep everyone entertained between sets too, with kids’ activities, arts and crafts, and a great selection of food and drink traders. You can also catch some national championship drag racing on the strip as Sportsman Nationals runs alongside Podstock.
*Free as part of your sporting event ticket.
Want to check out our admission prices? We’ve kept them simple, fair, and packed with value.
There’s never a dull moment at Santa Pod events. View what will be on during the day.
See what else is happening at Santa Pod Raceway this year, from drag racing to festivals.
On-site you’ll find caterers, shops, ample parking, and camping facilities.
Book online or by phone only, the earlier you book, the better the price. The best trackside value money can buy!
Gates open 12pm - Midnight
Early ends 11th JuneGates open 8am - Midnight
Early ends 11th MayGates open 8am - End of racing
Early ends 11th MayWeekend admission ticket valid from Friday 12pm until Sunday 5pm. Includes camping for Friday and Saturday night.
Early ends 11th MayGates open 12pm - Midnight
Early ends 11th JuneGates open 8am - Midnight
Early ends 11th MayGates open 8am - End of racing
Early ends 11th MayWeekend admission ticket valid from Friday 12pm until Sunday 5pm. Includes camping for Friday and Saturday night.
Early ends 11th MayAll tickets are Pre-Booking Only – No tickets will be available on the gate.
The start line times are for guidance only and may vary with track, weather or racing conditions. The organiser deems the right to alter these times without further notifications.
| Friday | ||
| Time | Activity | Location |
| 0930 | Track Opens for Sportsman Nationals Test Day | Track |
| 1200 | Gates Open for Podstock | Site |
| 1200 | Merchandise Outlets open | Pod Shops |
| 1400 | Sim Drive Five Opens | Trade Area |
| 1400 | Bar Opens | Bar Marquee |
| 1400 | Main Stage Opens with Grant Pinney | Main Stage |
| 1400 | Pot Painting drop in with AB Events Begins | Bar Marquee |
| 1415 | The Sound of AC/DC | Main Stage |
| 1615 | Kins of Leon | Main Stage |
| 1745 | Twist of Rock | Main Stage |
| 1800 | Pot Painting drop in with AB Events Ends | Bar Marquee |
| 1945 | Oasis of Sound | Main Stage |
| 2000 | Merchandise Outlets Close | Pod Shops |
| 2145 | Viva La Vida - Coldplay | Main Stage |
| 2300 | Main Stage Closes | Main Stage |
| 2300 | Bar Marquee Closes | Bar Marquee |
| 0100 | Fuelers Bar Closes | Fuelers Bar |
| Saturday | ||
| Time | Activity | Location |
| 0800 | Gates Open | Site |
| 0830 | Merchandise Outlets open | Pod Shops |
| 0930 | Track Opens for Sportsman Nationals | Track |
| 1000 | Wonder Wheelers Opens | Kids Zone |
| 1000 | Sim Drive Five Opens | Trade Area |
| 1030 | Main Stage Opens with Grant Pinney | Main Stage |
| 1100 | Bar Opens | Bar Marquee |
| 1100 | Sum of Sheeran | Main Stage |
| 1200 | Tote Bag Painting drop in with AB Events Begins | Bar Marquee |
| 1230 | Ariana Grande Live Experience | Main Stage |
| 1400 | Take That Reunion | Main Stage |
| 1400 | Tote Bag Paintingdrop in with AB Events Ends | Bar Marquee |
| 1530 | Spice World the Tribute | Main Stage |
| 1600 | Tote Bag Painting drop in with AB Events Begins | Bar Marquee |
| 1700 | 24k Bruno | Main Stage |
| 1700 | Wonder Wheelers Closes | Kids Zone |
| 1800 | Tote Bag Painting drop in with AB Events Ends | Bar Marquee |
| 1845 | Absolute Britney | Main Stage |
| 2000 | Jackson - Dancing the Dream | Main Stage |
| 2000 | Merchandise Outlets Close | Pod Shops |
| 2000 | Fakeboy Slim | Fuelers Bar |
| 2130 | Qween UK | Main Stage |
| 2300 | Main Stage Closes | Main Stage |
| 2300 | Bar Marquee Closes | Bar Marquee |
| 0100 | Fuelers Bar Closes | Fuelers Bar |
| Sunday | ||
| Time | Activity | Location |
| 0800 | Gates Open | Site |
| 0830 | Merchandise Outlets open | Pod Shops |
| 0930 | Track Opens for Sportsman Nationals | Track |
| 1000 | Wonder Wheelers Opens | Kids Zone |
| 1000 | Sim Drive Five Opens | Trade Area |
| 1030 | Main Stage Opens with Grant Pinney | Main Stage |
| 1100 | Bar Opens | Bar Marquee |
| 1100 | Zach Bryan UK | Main Stage |
| 1100 | Hair Brush/ Clip Bedazzling drop in with AB Events Begins | Bar Marquee |
| 1230 | Totally Taylor Swift | Main Stage |
| 1300 | Hair Brush/ Clip Bedazzling drop in with AB Events Ends | Bar Marquee |
| 1400 | Got to be Steps | Main Stage |
| 1500 | Hair Brush/ Clip Bedazzling drop in with AB Events Begins | Bar Marquee |
| 1530 | Chasing Mumford | Main Stage |
| 1700 | Hair Brush/ Clip Bedazzling drop in with AB Events Ends | Bar Marquee |
| 1700 | Wonder Wheelers Close | Kids Zone |
| 1700 | Merchandise Outlets Close | Pod Shops |
| 1700 | Main Stage Closes | Main Stage |
| 1700 | Bar Marquee Closes | Bar Marquee |
Everything you need to know before race day: event schedules, ticket info, what’s on, and how to plan your visit. Check here for quick answers so you can skip the guesswork and get straight to the action.
Yes, helmets are now mandatory for everyone going on track.
No, a race licence is not required, just a full driving licence. A photo driving licence needs to be shown when signing on.
Printed from the Sign-On Office or online at etslips.
Yes, 1 passenger as long as your car is fully street legal and will not exceed 130mph.
You are best to arrive between 8.30 and 9.00am for sign on.
No, helmets are not available to hire but are available to purchase from the Pod Shop.
Adult ticket prices include a booking fee of £3 per ticket, Kids tickets include a £1 booking fee. There are no booking fees on Grandstand Seats or Race Vouchers.
Should certain events be severely affected by adverse weather, Santa Pod Raceway may offer a credit value against the face value of your ticket for a future booking at selected events only. Any value awarded will be at the discretion of the Organiser. NOT ALL EVENTS ARE ELIGIBLE.
Where a credit value has been given, it may then be redeemed against a future Santa Pod organised event within the following 12 months – this also includes the corresponding event for the following year.
If the original order was for multiple tickets then the TOTAL credit value may be redeemed against a booking for an eligible event.
No. Parking is free.
All of our event tickets are available for purchase on our ticket shop.
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