The Shuttleworth Race Day Air Show 2026 is an adrenaline-fuelled celebration of speed at Old Warden Aerodrome in Bedfordshire, bringing a thrilling close to the venue's air show season. Inspired by founder Richard Shuttleworth’s passion for racing both on land and in the air, the event pairs dynamic motorsport displays with high-flying aerial action. Ground attractions highlight the spirit of competition with rally cars, buggies, and period vehicles, featuring the signature Shuttleworth Sprint where both Collection and visiting vintage racers take to the grass airfield sprint track.
In the skies above, the air show features an exceptional lineup of iconic historic aircraft, ranging from pioneering Edwardian monoplanes to golden-era racers like the de Havilland DH.88 Comet and Percival Mew Gull. Visitors can complement the airborne spectacle with full access to the Shuttleworth Collection, the historic Shuttleworth House, and the grade-II listed Swiss Garden. Combining grass-strip ground racing, world-class historic aviation displays, and family-friendly Discovery Zones, the event delivers a action-packed tribute to Britain's competitive flying and motoring heritage.