Ultimate Street Car – Drag Racing at Santa Pod Raceway UK – Motorsport & Car Show Venue

Ultimate Street Car

31 July - 2 August 2026

Cars. Music. Mayhem.

It was a hit, so we’re back at it again!

Three days of burnouts, wheel spins, insane car builds, and constant track action await, alongside live music, traders, show & shine competitions, drifting, stunts, a Jet Car, and more.

It’s a car culture overload, where the cars are cool, the engines are loud, and the nights are long.

You already know it’s going to be mega…

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Admission Prices

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What's on

There’s never a dull moment at Santa Pod events. View what will be on during the day.

Full Calendar

See what else is happening at Santa Pod Raceway this year, from drag racing to festivals.

Venue Information

On-site you’ll find caterers, shops, ample parking, and camping facilities.

What's on

Get ready for an unforgettable season of motorsport at Santa Pod. Our events calendar is packed with everything from world-class drag racing and stunt displays to family-friendly fun and live entertainment. All set against the backdrop of our legendary quarter-mile strip.
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Track Action
We know this is what you really come for, and the clue's in the name.
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Car Displays
Admire the show cars polished, parked, and ready to impress, and get up close to the race cars in the pits.
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Off-Track Action
There's plenty to see and do away from the track.
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Entertainment
There's more to the day than just the dragstrip.
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Event Facilities
Yes, it might sound boring, but you’ll thank us when you need it.

Track Action

We know this is what you really come for, and the clue’s in the name.

With a jet engine that can develop thrust equivalent to more than 10,000hp, a jet car can run the quarter-mile with a terminal speed of over 270mph!

Jet Car

20 of the quickest "Compact" cars in the UK will be competing in a Drag Racing Shootout at USC.

USC Sports Compact Shootout

The ultimate sleeper class, these cars may look stock but run down into the 8s with B58 or S58 engines. Expect cars from tuning houses like Serks and Osprey.

X58 Shootout

An exciting line-up of weird and wonderful karts from across the UK will be racing each other out on the famous quarter mile this USC. These crazy, motorbike engine karts have always been a crowd favourite and just seem to get quicker and quicker!

Drag Karts

Car Displays

Admire the show cars polished, parked, and ready to impress, and get up close to the race cars in the pits.

If you are the proud owner of something special, bring it round to the Show Paddock and park up. Its free to enter and there’s no need to pre-register, just sign up on the day.

Show & Shine

No prizes, no judging. Just somewhere cool to park your car if you want it to be seen on Saturday.

Show Paddock - Saturday

Off-Track Action

There’s plenty to see and do away from the track.

Torture your tyres for the crowd’s amusement in the gladiatorial-style burnout contest.

Burnout Competition

Saturday night at USC is "flame night" as the biggest flaming exhausts in the country compete to amaze and amuse the crowd with an awesome fire show!

Flame Out

Entertainment

There’s more to the day than just the dragstrip.

You don’t have to be a super model or totally ripped… but it can help. We’ll be testing competitors’ skills with a host of mini games but it’s the audience who have the final say, so you need to win them over.

Mr & Miss USC Competition

The gorgeous Bass Honeys will be performing on the Main Stage Friday and Saturday evenings, including fire breathing and much more.

Dancers

Event Facilities

Yes, it might sound boring, but you’ll thank us when you need it.

There are licensed bars and caterers on site selling food and drink. You can pay for items on site from our catering units and Pod Shop with contactless card payment or cash. There are cash machines in the catering area and Pod Shop. View Caterers

Bars & Caterers

There will be traders at the show selling anything from clothing to stickers and collectables.

If you are a trader interested in trading at Santa Pod Raceway find Information here.

Traders

On site camping is included with all multi-day admission tickets to Santa Pod Raceway. Tents, caravans and motorhomes are all welcome. More camping info here.

Camping

The Pamper Pod is equipped with mirrors, electric points, dressing tables and chairs, you can freshen up in the morning or get dolled up for the evening. So whether you want to straighten that frizz, create some curls or apply that lippy, come along to the Pamper Pod and make yourself ready.

Pamper Pod

TICKET PRICES

Book online or by phone only, the earlier you book, the better the price. The best trackside value money can buy!

GET READY FOR AN ACTION PACKED WEEKEND!

Buy Tickets @ SantaPodTickets.com

OR CALL 01234 782828

All tickets are Pre-Booking Only – No tickets will be available on the gate.

Got more questions about this event?

FAQS

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.

STILL HAVE A QUESTION?

Something puzzling you? Ask us anything! We don’t bite, promise.

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