TT legends, TV stars, live machines and two-wheeled action!

The National Motorcycle Museum’s popular Museum LIVE event returns on Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th October 2026, bringing together some of the biggest names in motorcycling, legendary machines, live shows, test rides, specialist experts and the Museum’s world-renowned collection. With FREE ENTRY, Museum LIVE offers a packed weekend for motorcycle enthusiasts of all ages.

Stars On Stage

The Henry Cole & Friends live shows return, with Henry joined by motorcycle engineer and builder Allen Millyard, Guy ‘Skid’ Willison and Fuzz Townsend, hosted by TT winner Steve Plater.

Across the weekend, the shows will feature stories, entertainment, special guests and live machine fire-ups. Saturday welcomes Steve Parrish, while Sunday features Jamie Whitham in the morning and TT legend John McGuinness in the afternoon.

Sunday also marks 30 years since John McGuinness first appeared at the Isle of Man TT. John will join journalist and artist Rachael Clegg for a special Tea & TT session, with TT photographer Stephen Davison showcasing his work celebrating John’s TT career.

Rachael will also host a second Tea & TT session on Saturday with Jamie Whitham and TT Clerk of the Course Gary Thompson, with Stephen Davison showcasing his TT photography.

Drag Bike Start Ups

Get ready for some serious noise as legendary drag bikes roar into life in the Museum’s Fountain Courtyard, hosted by former GP ace Steve Parrish.

Among the machines set to feature are John Hobbs’ legendary Olympus and Hobbit, alongside the Double Norton and Hogslayer, with many more spectacular machines joining the line-up.

It’s a lunchtime celebration of the sound and spectacle of classic drag racing – and one not to be missed.

Test Ride BSA & Royal Enfield

Museum LIVE isn’t just about looking at motorcycles – visitors can get out on the road and experience the latest machines for themselves.

BSA will bring their Goldstar, 350cc Bantam and 650cc Scrambler, while Royal Enfield will offer rides on many of their machines including the Himalayan

Torque Zones & Trade Stands

The popular Torque Zones return for 2026, bringing together motorcycle specialists, industry experts, photographers and members of the National Motorcycle Museum’s restoration team.

Visitors can discover more about motorcycle engineering, restoration, racing, customisation and the people working behind the scenes to keep the industry moving.

Alongside the Torque Zones, the Museum’s Trade Area will feature a range of specialist motorcycle businesses, offering everything from parts and services to products and memorabilia.

Get Closer to the Collection

Entry to the National Motorcycle Museum is FREE throughout Museum LIVE, giving visitors the chance to explore more than 1,000 motorcycles spanning over 100 years of British motorcycle history.

Visitors can also join free guided tours with Classic Bike’s Rick Parkington, meet members of the Museum’s restoration team and discover more about the stories behind some of the most important motorcycles in the collection.

One machine certain to attract attention is the extraordinary Millyard V10 Viper, giving visitors the opportunity to get up close to Allen Millyard’s remarkable 8-litre, V10-powered creation.

H&H Auction Preview

Visitors will also have the opportunity to see a selection of motorcycles due to go under the hammer at the H&H Classics auction at the National Motorcycle Museum the following week.

It’s a chance to get up close to some of the motorcycles before they enter the auction and see what the next machines could be to find new homes with collectors and enthusiasts

 

MUSEUM LIVE 2026!

Saturday 24th & Sunday 25th October 2026 | 8.30am–5.30pm

At National Motorcycle Museum, Coventry Road, Bickenhill, Solihull, B92 0EJ