Fast Fest 2026 is racing to Cresta Shopping Centre! Call-out: 16 – 27 July 2026
Engines are revving, chrome is gleaming, and the excitement is tangible as Fast Fest races back to Cresta Shopping Centre! From 16 – 27 July 2026, join us for a 12-day festival of non-stop automotive action and family entertainment.
Following 2025’s hugely successful event, Fast Fest returns bigger, bolder and faster, transforming Cresta Shopping Centre into Johannesburg’s ultimate destination for car enthusiasts, collectors, families and anyone with a passion for all things on wheels.
Throughout the festival, visitors can get up close to an impressive line-up of vehicles from leading exhibitors such as Ford, Audi, Jetour, BYD, Toyota, Mahindra, Suzuki, BAIC, Nissan, GWM and many more of South Africa’s top manufacturers.
Whether you’re a lifelong petrolhead or love an unforgettable day out, Fast Fest promises something to get every pulse racing – from supercars to customised builds.
The excitement reaches full throttle on 25 July at 10 am at Entrance 3, when visitors can experience the crowd-favourite Show & Shine Competition, celebrating some of Mzansi’s finest vehicles. But that’s not all – there will also be a variety of test drives available!
Beyond the spectacular automotive displays, Fast Fest offers plenty of entertainment for the whole family. Put your driving skills to the test with SA’s most realistic, full-sized F1 simulators on 16 to 18 July or see how lightning fast you can complete our Pit Stop Challenge, stroll and admire sleek supercars (Entrance 1), or shop at our memorabilia store (Entrance 1) for unique motoring collectables, explore the Fast Fest Market (25 & 26 July, Entrance 3), and enjoy a variety of family-friendly entertainment and interactive experiences throughout the event.
From passionate collectors and racing fans to weekend shoppers looking for something different, Fast Fest delivers an unforgettable celebration of automotive culture in one exciting destination.
Best of all? Entry is completely free! Making it easier than ever to experience one of Johannesburg’s fastest-growing automotive lifestyle events.
Get ready, gather your crew and head to Cresta Shopping Centre from 16 – 27 July 2026. It’s fast, it’s fun, it’s lights out and away we go!
