AutoFest Aberdeen: The Petrolhead's Dream To Be Staged At P&J Live
AutoFest Aberdeen: The Petrolhead's Dream To Be Staged At P&J Live
Scotland’s only fully indoor car show, AutoFest Aberdeen, quipped as ‘a petrolhead’s dream’, is set to be staged at P&J Live on Sunday 22nd March 2026.
From classic Ford models to brand new supercars and rare Japanese metal, there will be a huge range of cars to see. With displays from Renomotive, Grampian Rally, Crimond Stockcar Raceway, Bon Accord Motorcycle Club and Grampian Kart Club, car enthusiasts can expect to see all major local motorsports represented.
Having travelled from London especially for the show, Savage Skills Stunt Team will put on multiple displays throughout the day, while the North East Remote Control Club will have off-road remote-control cars to try.
Young petrolheads will also be given the chance to get their photo taken with walkabout characters and enjoy bouncy castles, while shopaholics can go wild in the large trade village offering everything from new cars to new dog beds and everything in between.
AutoFest Aberdeen’s Show Director, James Stephen, said: “We are delighted to be announcing this show today. We have been looking for a suitable indoor venue to allow us to run family events without the risk of the unpredictable Scottish weather. Having been behind the last motoring exhibition at P&J Live in 2019, I’m looking forward to leaning on what we learned to deliver another fantastic show.
“This show will deliver a much higher calibre showcase, focussing on individual owners and collectors who are bringing some of the very best vehicles in Scotland. With the ambition to extend this on the annual motoring calendar as Scotland’s stand out fully indoor show, we can’t wait to work alongside the team at P&J Live to bring this to Aberdeen.”
Claire-Lena Miller-Davis, Senior Business Development Manager – Exhibitions & Events at P&J Live, said: “After the success of 2019’s automotive show, we are delighted to welcome this exhibition to Aberdeen. This is the chance for anyone with a passion for cars to come along and see some of the rarest and most spectacular motors in the region. From young tots to our four-legged friends, the organisers have thought of it all. We can’t wait to host this fantastic family day out.”
Tickets go on sale on Thursday 2nd October 2025 at 11am on AXS.com/uk.
Anyone with any immediate show enquires can contact [email protected] and show vehicles / traders can visit www.autofestaberdeen.co.uk for more information on how to apply.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How can I buy a VIP View Bar Upgrade?
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- How can I book a table at 195 Bar & Grill?
Our 195 Bar & Grill offers a unique dining experience before selected shows at P&J Live. You can check availability and book a table here.
- Will I be able to purchase food at P&J Live?
There is a wide range of food and beverage options available to purchase for concerts and events, including catering outlets offering a variety of hot food options.
Please note - it is against venue policy to allow patrons to bring in their own food and drink to the venue. At P&J live it is our aim to be completely cashless, all of our bars, kiosks and restaurants accept card payments, this is more efficient, safe and ensures a speedy transaction. There are therefore no cash machines on the TECA site.
- Is there parking available at P&J Live?
Yes, there is parking available on-site at P&J Live.
There are various ways to pay for your parking at P&J Live
On site payment machines: We accept both cash and card payments on site, pay on exit is required by entering your vehicle registration at any one of our machines located in the car parks. Please note payment machines only take coins and not notes.
APCOA Connect App: Up to 24 hour after you have left the venue, you can pay for your parking on the APCOA Connect App. Once you have downloaded the app, use location code 6680 for the Sub-T Car Park (underground) and location code 2356 for the Surface Car Park.
You can also pay for parking via the APCOA website here, click which car park you parked in and then you will be able to pay for parking.
- Can I pay by cash within P&J Live?
At P&J Live it is our aim to be completely cashless, all of our bars, kiosks and restaurants accept card and contactless payments. This is more efficient, safe and ensures a speedy transaction.
There are no cash machines on the TECA sites.
- What bus can take me to P&J Live?
Regular buses will be coming in and out of the complex daily for public use. Details on bus routes and operators are still in discussion and any updates will be posted on the getting here page of the website.
Currently, the Stagecoach Service 727 runs regularly from Aberdeen City Centre to Aberdeen Airport, stopping in the TECA site as well as the 64/64A Service from Union Square to Inverurie. Updated timetables can be found here.
- How do I purchase accessible seating for a show at P&J Live?
Booking accessibility tickets has never been easier, this can now be booked online via AXS. If you are able or have someone to assist you please visit P&J Live's AXS Page, select the event you wish to see and click on ‘Wheelchair Tickets’ or ‘Ambulant Accessible Tickets’ to select your required seating and any companion tickets (if required).
Our seating configuration is flexible so the wheelchair and ambulant seating locations will vary from event to event, it is usual for us to have several locations for you to choose from, for wheelchair users; at the front of the flat floor seating beside the stage, a raised platform at the rear of the floor and also there are a few locations in our balcony area.
Further information on accessibility at the Venue can be found on our Accessibility page.