Father’s Day 2021 Gift Guide: 10 things to book for your motorsport-mad dad

Father’s Day in 2021 is a biggie. Last year may have been about experiences you can do at home, but as things begin to open up, it’s the perfect opportunity to treat your Dad to something special.

With events opening up to fans post-lockdown, so too are races across Europe. For an experience you can share with your Dad, why wouldn’t you want to spend a weekend at a track with him?

We’ve listed our top racing experiences you can share with your Dad, including races in Britain, Europe and the US, plus gift vouchers and other gifts. Browse our collection before booking your sure-fire way to cementing your position as the favourite sibling this Father’s Day.

What to buy for motorsport fans on Father’s Day

Races in Britain to book this Father’s Day

Goodwood Festivals

There may not be a better motorsport day out in the UK this summer than the Goodwood festivals. After postponing the 2020 events, the Festival of Speed and Goodwood Revival return with some of the biggest names and machines in motor racing.

From 8^th – 11^th July, the Festival of Speed celebrates everything modern machinery has to offer. Three paddocks are full of cars by modern F1 teams, Supercars, and the latest machines from the automotive world. At the heart of it is The Hillclimb, where drivers show off what the cars can really do. Fans can get up close and witness the speed and close enough for budding photographers to take stunning snaps of the cars in action. It’s also been confirmed McLaren’s Daniel Ricciardo and Lando Norris will be appearing across the weekend too, in time to wish them luck ahead of the following weekend’s British Grand Prix.

The Goodwood Revival recreates the spirit of Grand Prix racing of old. Fans from across the country bring the vintage motorsport glamour to the famous racing circuit, where they’ll enjoy witnessing the collection of pioneering machines in action.

Book Goodwood Festival of Speed or Goodwood Revival tickets now.

British MotoGP

This season’s MotoGP championship is shaping up to be one of the most dramatic yet. Flag-to-flag racing, nail-biting conclusions and no clear frontrunner for the title, it’s proving to be one of the most exciting racing series on the planet in 2021. And we can expect much more of the same from this year’s Silverstone showpiece.

While the 2020 race was called off as a result of the pandemic, the 2019 race was one of the closest finishes in MotoGP history Alex Rins won the race by 0.014seconds, having trailed Marc Marquez out of the final corner. With the field looking tighter than it perhaps ever has, fans have the thrills and spills of Silverstone to look forward to in 2021 once again.

Book British MotoGP tickets.

British Touring Car Championship at Silverstone

British domestic racing is also welcoming fans back to the track in 2021. Silverstone will host the British Touring Car Championship’s eighth round of 10 this September as the title chase is expected to be hotting up. Some of Britain’s biggest drivers will take to the grid, including Nicolas Hamilton, last year’s champ Ashley Sutton, and legend Jason Plato. Races take place across the weekend, with one on Saturday and two on Sunday. And with tickets starting at just £20 for the Saturday and under 15s go free, this has all the makings of an unforgettable family day out.

Book British Touring Car Championship tickets.

British Superbikes at Silverstone

Silverstone will also be hosting the eighth round of the British Superbikes Championship. And the tension will be mounting on the riders as Silverstone. The round provides the final opportunity to qualify for the Championship Showdown, which separates the title-contending top six. Every race meeting this year consists of three races across the weekend, with grandstand tickets starting at £44 for one day, and general admission from as little as £11 for Friday tickets. Children under 15 also go free, making the race perfect for inspiring budding riders in the family.

Book British Superbikes at Silverstone tickets.

Isle of Man 2022

If you’re looking to book a bike-mad Dad in for a really special adventure, get him booked in for next year’s Isle of Man TT. The most dangerous road course in the world hosts the bravest bike riders on the planet as they plummet through the tight, winding Manx roads. While admission is free and fans rove around the isle, packages and accommodation are now on sale and will be keenly sought-after following the postponement of two events in a row. Taking place in June 2022, gift it this Father’s Day for a place in his good books all year.

Book Isle of Man 2022 packages now.

Races in Europe and beyond to book this Father’s Day

Belgium F1 with camping

For some Dads, getting back travelling and into grandstands at a race track will be the number one priority this summer. So why not help out by suggesting a European road trip in August. The Belgian Grand Prix is set to welcome fans back to Spa-Francorchamps after the summer break. That’s welcome news to the dedicated spectators who make the trip to the hallowed circuit. Spa makes a fine race to road trip, with stops along the way Bruges or Ghent to sample Belgian beer. And when you arrive, camping at the track is the best way to reconnect with travelling and racing this year. Along with race tickets, we have a selection of camping or glamping options available to book.

Book packages for the 2021 Belgian Grand Prix now.

San Marino MotoGP

Of course, not all Dads’ are into cars, and racing on half the wheels can lead to twice the action. This year’s San Marino MotoGP at Misano is proving popular with fans itching to get back into grandstands. A stone’s throw from the coast, this race is perfect for anyone looking to combine a family holiday by the sea with a race this summer.

Book San Marino MotoGP 2021 tickets.

NASCAR

For our Dads in the USA, it doesn’t get bigger or better than NASCAR. The most popular stock racing series in the world is opening up to fans in 2021. Three meetings have already confirmed they’ll be operating at full capacity: Daytona, Darlington and Kansas. The NASCAR Cup Series and NASCAR Xfinity Series will be in action, which you can enjoy by booking a hotel package with Motorsport Tickets.

Vouchers to book motorsport events in the future

Gift voucher

With some races in 2021 still taking place with limited capacity crowds, you might want to give Dad the choice to book a race later. You can do just that by booking a Motorsport Tickets gift voucher. Valid for 18 months, vouchers are valid for races across the world. Not only can they be redeemed against grandstand tickets, but hotel and camping packages for races too. That results in less to arrange ahead of the big day, and more focus on getting race-ready.

Check out the Motorsport Tickets Gift Voucher options now.

A moment to remember

Merchandise

If your Dad isn’t quite ready to get back to the circuits in 2021, why not get him something to remind him of his love of motorsport? Head over to kit.motorsporttickets.com to check out the array of goodies on offer – from prints and posters to mugs and jigsaw puzzles. Select a photo from a recent race or a motorsport classic, and order a bespoke gift of his favourite race, driver or car from history.

Visit kit.motorsporttickets.com to explore the collection.