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Tickets Available from 1st January 2026

Market Harborough Showground
Airfield Business Park
Harrison Rd
Market Harborough
LE16 7UL

When is Operation Market Harborough 2026?

Friday 31st July - Sunday 2nd August 2026

Friday 31st July - Sunday 2nd August 2026

Can I bring my dog?

YES. We are a dog-friendly event and well behaved dogs are welcome.

YES. We are a dog-friendly event and well behaved dogs are welcome.

What should I bring along?

Wear comfy shoes and dress for the weather—most activities are outdoors. Bring your ticket confirmation, a camera, and a sense of adventure! Be ready for a day full of discovery, rain or shine.

Wear comfy shoes and dress for the weather—most activities are outdoors. Bring your ticket confirmation, a camera, and a sense of adventure! Be ready for a day full of discovery, rain or shine.

How do I buy tickets?

Click here to purchase tickets online. Tickets will also be available at the gate, subject to availability. We recommend booking ahead for the best rates, avoid disappointment and guarantee entry.

Click here to purchase tickets online. Tickets will also be available at the gate, subject to availability. We recommend booking ahead for the best rates, avoid disappointment and guarantee entry.

Is this event family-friendly?

Definitely! We welcome families and visitors of all ages. Kids can join in interactive exhibits, while adults enjoy in-depth presentations. There are food stalls, rest areas, and plenty of space to relax and explore together.

Definitely! We welcome families and visitors of all ages. Kids can join in interactive exhibits, while adults enjoy in-depth presentations. There are food stalls, rest areas, and plenty of space to relax and explore together.

What can I experience at the event?

Step into the past with interactive WWII and post-war displays, explore restored military vehicles, and enjoy re-enactments, talks, and hands-on activities. There’s something for every age and interest.

Step into the past with interactive WWII and post-war displays, explore restored military vehicles, and enjoy re-enactments, talks, and hands-on activities. There’s something for every age and interest.

Military Vehicle Trust

The Military Vehicle Trust is the World’s largest group of ex-military vehicle owners and enthusiasts, and the only charity dedicated to "keeping our mechanical veterans alive".

Crouch Recovery

Established in 1948. Crouch Recovery is one of the largest & fastest growing Recovery Operators in the United Kingdom & mainland Europe.

Cherished Military Vehicle Insurance

A small family run insurance company with a wealth of experience in arranging insurance cover for classic and specialist vehicles.

Mr Hewes likes to find unusual vehicles, fix them up and have a laugh with the gang on YouTube.

Drive military vehicles, participate in Paintball tank combat, shooting and more.

One-stop shop for tool and plant hire, sales and tool servicing for the LE16 area

Midland Military Vehicles

Providing vehicle restoration and servicing, Midland Military have an extensive range of services available for vehicle owners and vehicles for sale. They also have an impressive private collection of vehicles that they display at our show.

Mick Graham Art

Mick is an ex-crewman with happy memories of his experience within the 4th Royal Tank Regiment, and enjoys bringing those memories to life in his artwork.

Building material specialising in timber, roofing, insulation and general building supplies.

Mick

Show Founder & Director

Seb

Vehicle & Transport Organiser

Ross

Site Setup Manager