VW Festival 2026 – Harewood House

About

VW Festival returns to Harewood House in 2026, celebrating its 21st anniversary as the UK’s largest family-friendly Volkswagen show. Spanning a full weekend for public visitors, the festival brings together an extensive display of VW vehicles alongside entertainment, food, and activities for all ages.

Date & Time

Saturday 8 August 2026: 10am – 6pm
Sunday 9 August 2026: 10am – 4.30pm

Location

Harewood House, Harewood, Leeds

Why Attend

The festival offers a relaxed, inclusive atmosphere combining classic and modern Volkswagen culture with live entertainment and family activities. With access to the historic Harewood House grounds included, it appeals equally to car enthusiasts, families, and casual visitors looking for a varied day out.

Event Highlights

• Wide-ranging Volkswagen displays, including air-cooled, water-cooled, modified, and club vehicles
• Live music across three stages
• Fairground rides, dog shows, circus workshops, and a show and shine competition
• Trade village selling VW parts and merchandise
• Street food vendors and on-site bars
• Included access to Harewood House, Gardens, and Adventure Playground during normal opening hours

Admission

Adult day tickets from £15 plus booking fees, Child day tickets (ages 6–16) from £7.50 plus booking fees.

Pre-booked adult weekend camping from £65 plus booking fees, and pre-booked child weekend camping from £15 plus booking fees.

Harewood House members receive free entry but must pre-book online.

Plan Your Visit

Event parking is provided in designated fields, with standard car parks closed during the festival, so following event signage on arrival is advised. Dogs are welcome in the grounds on a lead but are not permitted inside marquees or the Adventure Playground. Phone signal and WiFi are limited, so visitors are encouraged to screenshot or print ticket QR codes before travelling.