The 12th edition of the popular American SpeedFest will highlight the 2025 NASCAR Euro Series season – From the schedule to all attraction, the support program and the weather, we summed up all you need to know
- The 12th edition of the American SpeedFest at Brands Hatch expects 50,000 fans
- Plenty of racing but also family attractions highlight the most popular event
- This is your definite guide to follow the races at the Indy Circuit
The thunder of V8 engines returns to the UK as American SpeedFest 12 roars into life at the Brands Hatch Indy Circuit from June 6 to 8, 2025. As one of the most iconic events on the NASCAR Euro Series calendar, SpeedFest blends raw American racing with family-friendly festival vibes – making it the ultimate summer weekend for motorsport fans.
What is American SpeedFest?
Held annually at the legendary Brands Hatch Indy Circuit in Kent, England, American SpeedFest is a celebration of all things the U.S. has to offer – from roaring race cars to classic muscle machines, live country music, food trucks, and much more. At its heart is the NASCAR Euro Series, Europe’s official stock car championship that brings American-style racing excitement to world-famous road courses.
The high-action racing on the tight and twisty Indy layout delivers thrills from start to finish, with bumper-to-bumper battles, dramatic overtakes, and thunderous soundtracks from the 400 hp V8 beasts.
Full weekend schedule: NASCAR action Friday to Sunday (UK Time / CEST)
Friday – June 6
13:00 – 13:30 (14:00 – 14:30 CEST): PRO Practice 1
13:40 – 14:10 (14:40 – 15:10 CEST): OPEN Practice 1
15:50 – 16:20 (16:50 – 17:20 CEST): PRO Practice 2
16:30 – 17:00 (17:30 – 18:00 CEST): OPEN Practice 2
Saturday – June 7
09:00 – 09:10 (10:00 – 10:10 CEST): PRO – Qualifying Group 1
09:15 – 09:25 (10:15 – 10:25 CEST): PRO – Qualifying Group 2
09:30 – 09:35 (10:30 – 10:35 CEST): PRO – TOP 10 Superpole (2 flying laps)
09:45 – 09:55 (10:45 – 10:55 CEST): OPEN – Qualifying Group 1
10:00 – 10:10 (11:00 – 11:10 CEST): OPEN – Qualifying Group 2
11:00 – 11:30 (12:00 – 12:30 CEST): Driver Presentation (Fan Zone)
12:55 – 13:15 (13:55 – 14:15 CEST): PRO Grid Walk and Autograph Session
13:30 (14:30 CEST): Start of PRO Race 1 (38 laps or 45 min + 1 lap)
16:25 – 16:45 (17:25 – 17:45 CEST): OPEN Anthems and Pre-Race Procedure
16:45 (17:45 CEST): Start of OPEN Race 1 (31 laps or 40 min + 1 lap)
17:25 – 17:45 (18:25 – 18:45 CEST): OPEN Podium (Fan Zone)
Sunday – June 8
09:20 – 09:50 (10:20 – 10:50 CEST): Pit Walk and Autograph Session
10:00 – 10:10 (11:00 – 11:10 CEST): Warm-up (PRO & OPEN)
11:00 – 11:30 (12:00 – 12:30 CEST): Driver Presentation (Fan Zone)
12:30 – 13:30 (13:30 – 14:30 CEST): PRO Grid Walk and Autograph Session
13:45 (14:45 CEST): Start of PRO Race 2 (38 laps or 45 min + 1 lap)
16:35 – 16:55 (17:35 – 17:55 CEST): OPEN Anthems and Pre-Race Procedure
16:55 (17:55 CEST): Start of OPEN Race 2 (31 laps or 40 min + 1 lap)
Support program and off-track entertainment
Beyond the on-track action, American SpeedFest is packed with entertainment for all ages.
Off-track entertainment:
- American car displays featuring hot rods, muscle cars, and classic pickups
- Monster truck shows, stunt driving, and drifting demos
- Live country music and tribute performances
- Authentic American food and BBQ vendors
- Family zones with games, inflatables, face painting, and more
- Pit walks, autograph sessions, and driver meet-and-greets
On-track entertainment:
- Four NASCAR Euro Series races
- Ford vs. Chevy
- UK Legends Cars Racing
- Bernie’s V8
- Pickup Truck Championship
- SpeedFest Silhouettes
Admission is free for children under 13 when accompanied by a paying adult, making this a perfect weekend for families.
Weather forecast for Brands Hatch (Kent, UK)
The forecast for Kent during race weekend looks promising:
Friday: Rain showers possible with temperatures highs of 17°C
Saturday: Rain showers possible, highs of 17°C
Sunday: Partly cloudy, highs of 18°C
The risk of rain is lower than 50 percent each day, so there’s a high chance of racing in the dry. Even if it would be raining, motorsports still offer a lot of action.
Watch Live: EuroNASCAR on YouTube
If you can’t be at the track, you can still catch all the action from home. Every qualifying session and race from the weekend will be streamed live and for free on the EuroNASCAR YouTube channel with expert commentary and behind-the-scenes content.
Watch here: www.youtube.com/euronascar
The weekend will also be broadcasted by multiple TV partners all over the world
Tickets and travel information
Tickets for American SpeedFest 12 at Brands Hatch are available now through the official Brands Hatch website. Choose from single-day tickets, weekend passes, or VIP upgrades. Here’s the link: https://tickets.msv.com/calendar/brands-hatch/2025/june/american-speedfest-12/default
Ticket prices (subject to availability):
Saturday: from £26 (adults)
Sunday: from £32 (adults)
Weekend pass: from £50 (adults)
Children under 13: Free (with paying adult)
Don’t Miss It
American SpeedFest 12 at Brands Hatch is more than just a race – it’s an all-out celebration of motorsport, American culture, and high-octane entertainment. Whether you’re a hardcore NASCAR fan or looking for a unique family day out, this is one event you won’t want to miss.
Featured image by NASCAR Euro Series / Bart Dehaese
