Dust off your flares, dig out your denim, and get ready to time-travel through decades of feel-good fun at RetroFest - CarFest’s celebration of all things vintage, quirky, and downright fabulous!

Whether you're a retro fashion fanatic, a craft queen, or just love the charm of yesteryear, RetroFest is bursting with colour, creativity, and nostalgia for all ages. This is your chance to revive, recycle and relive the golden days. From stylish workshops to classic wheels, tea dances to crazy golf – it’s all happening right here.

Start your journey at the Revive & Recycle Fashion Workshops, where your old wardrobe favourites get a second life with a festival twist. Learn mess-free Tie-Dye techniques workshop, master mindful Sashiko stitching, or Pimp your Footwear with feathers and sparkle – all in a fun, hands-on setting, where individuality reigns supreme. Don’t miss the Denim Revival sessions or Clair’s Pom Pom Hairband workshops, where creativity meets flair!

Fancy a different kind of glow-up? Head over to the Revive & Recycle Craft Workshops and let your inner artist loose. Design Vibrant Kitsch earrings with a former Irregular Choice designer, paint vintage plates with heartfelt hand-lettering, or dive into colourful abstract embroidery using leftover felt. With upcycling tips and a splash of glitter, you’ll leave with something fabulous to wear or hang proudly at home.

Looking for some old-school joy? Get ready to giggle your way through Retro Play Skool– egg & spoon races, space hoppers, swing ball and more! Or challenge your crew to nine holes of rainbow-coloured Crazy Golf, all in support of Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity (plus, don’t forget to grab your free copy of FunFirst magazine while you're at it).

Of course, it wouldn’t be, RetroFest without a proper vintage tearoom. Step inside for homemade cakes, classic biscuits and a chinwag with friends in a cosy 1940s-inspired setting. You’ll also want to take a turn through our VE Day 80th celebration - complete with live actors, bunting, and street party spirit. It’s a nostalgic trip to 1945, reimagined with heart, humour, and a whole lot of vintage music.

Car lovers, prepare to swoon at our Drive Back In Time line-up. From the plush interiors of 1940s saloons to the growl of ‘90s icons, you’ll find yourself surrounded by shining examples of automotive history. Swap stories with proud owners and get up close with motors that bring memories flooding back.

And when you're ready to shop ‘til you bop, our RetroFest marketplace has you covered. From standout vintage fashion at Cilla’s Vintage, Nostalgia Vintage and Minimum Mouse to quirky collectibles at Severn Beach Antiques and stylish homewares from Zooniverse Designs, there’s treasure around every corner. Visit the Vintage Pin-Up Studio for a photo shoot like no other or browse the UK’s most extensive vinyl collection at The Record Fair - you’ll find everything from 1940s crooners to 1980s synth-pop gems.

RetroFest is where past meets present, and memories are made. Whether you’re dancing to the jukebox, crafting your next outfit, or just soaking in the vibes – come join us for a weekend of timeless fun that proves one thing: good times never really go out of style.

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