Get ready for an unforgettable celebration of all things GTI at the GTI Fan Festival 2026! This premier event brings together passionate fans and iconic vehicles for a weekend dedicated to performance, style, and automotive history. Prepare to be immersed in the world of GTI and Volkswagen like never before.
This year's festival, themed "Icons Coming Home," promises an expansive look at nearly five decades of GTI evolution, with stunning vehicle presentations showcasing legendary models. Enthusiasts will be thrilled by appearances from tuning influencers like Jean Pierre Kraemer ('JP Performance') and his 'Thunder Bunny,' alongside special Volkswagen show cars and impressive modified trainee vehicles. The event also features a spectacular car parade of around 200 GTI and R models on Sunday afternoon, traversing the plant site. For those eager to test their own machines, a mobile performance test bench will be available for GTI and R drivers. The festival kicks off on Friday at noon, with subsequent days starting at 11 a.m., offering a packed schedule of stage shows, club meets, and exciting surprises.
Details
- Date & Time: July 26-28, 2026. Friday from 12:00 PM, Saturday & Sunday from 11:00 AM.
- Venue: In den Allerwiesen 1, 38446 Wolfsburg-Sonderbezirk, Germany.
- Organizer: Unknown.
- Entry/Price: One-day ticket EUR 19.76. Three-day VIP ticket available. Sundowner ticket EUR 8.50 on Friday afternoons. Free admission for under 18s.
- Highlights: "Icons Coming Home" theme, vehicle presentations spanning 50 years of GTI history, JP Performance 'Thunder Bunny,' Volkswagen show cars, modified trainee vehicles, approx. 200 GTI/R car parade, mobile performance test bench, stage shows, club meets.
Discover more and secure your tickets via the official event page.