Spring Matsuri 2018
They say a picture paints a thousand words.
#SpringMatsuri2018
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The official film from the Drift Matsuri 2017
The fifth Drift Matsuri at Anglesey took place over the weekend of the 28th and 29th of October.
Over 200 driver descended on the picturesque venue and enjoyed a relaxed and fun atmosphere which the Matsuri creates.
Take a few minute of your time to enjoy just some of the highlights of the event.
#DriftMatsuri2017
The finer details
Ladies and gents
As you know its only a few days before ticket go LIVE for the DriftMatsuri 2017 at Anglesey Circuit.
Once a year the venue opens it gates to the fastest growing motor sport in the WORLD – Drifting!
With this in mind, we have to show the venue and the world that drifting is fun, but also safe.
This year EVERY car to go on track will be checked before going on track.
ALL cars must be in a good safe condition
All panels fitted
No loose panels
No sharp edges
All seat belts must be in good condition
Seats must be safe and secure
Batteries MUST be secure! Any car found with a loose battery will not pass scrutineering.
No fluid leak of any kind
A full compliment of wheel nuts
We want you to have fun, but we also want you to be safe while doing so!
Golden Ticket
As you might have seen on social media today, we have an offer you will not want to miss.
Details to be announce on Sunday at 8pm on our Facebook and Instagram @driftmatsuri
Discounted spectator tickets
We are delighted to tell you some great news!
ALL spectator tickets will be discounted if bought in advance.
If you wish to come on Saturday only, not a problem. You will get to see drifting all day long on all three of the tracks. The fun begins when the sun sets. British VS Ireland and YOU are the judges!
You the spectators will decide which driver goes through from each battle, the commentary team will build you the hype and you make the call.
Once the winner has been presented with his or her trophy, the party really gets started with the ‘Party in the pits.’ Mike Lewis returns to throw some dance floor fillers in to the small hours.
If you just want to come and see some fantastic cars in action on Sunday, then we have a MASSIVE diversity of cars attending as always. From the old school to some of the latest cars on the market.
Ticket prices are as follows.
Advance tickets
Saturday only £20 *£30 payable, your wristband removed and a refund of £10 before 10pm*
Weekend ticket £30
Sunday Ticket £16.50
On the gate prices
Saturday only £25 *£35 payable, your wristband removed and a refund of £10 before 10pm*
Weekend ticket £35
Sunday ticket £20
On line ticket sales will close on Wednesday the 25th October at 8pm
*** Please note that spectator tickets are none refundable ***
Drift Matsuri 2017 details
Ladies and gents
The details you have all been waiting for are here.
Tickets for the event will go on sale on Sunday October the 1st at 2000 (8pm).
They will go live on the ‘Tickets’ page.
We will be operating an open pit lane policy on all three tracks.
A single day driver ticket £179
A weekend driver ticket £340
All drivers tickets will include a plus one.
All drivers will be able to attend the event for the weekend whether driving Saturday, Sunday or both days.
A garage which holds a four cars £200
Spectator tickets in advance are
Saturday £25
Sunday £20
Weekend £35
Passenger wristbands will be £25 per day and available from 0930 on Saturday and Sunday.
Camping is free of charge for both Friday and Saturday night.
As at all previous events, we will be limiting numbers to ensure plenty of seat time.
The mix of cars will include retro, modern, classic and current IDC and BDC championship drivers.
There is a track for every level of drifter, from the ‘Backwards entry track’, to the ULTRA high speed ‘National Track’. If you fancy plenty of twinning the “Touge Track’
There will be round 3 of Britain vs Ireland. Who will take round 3? James Deane won round 1, Richard Grindrod round 2, who will win round 3?
Once the ‘Night Fight has finished, the party gets started in the pits. Mike Lewis will be dropping the tunes and playing until the small hours.
The on site cafe will be open for refreshments all day everyday and the bar will be open until late.
Set your reminders to be at THE event to end the 2017 drift season in the UK.
*** Please note that all spectator tickets are none refundable ***
The Drift Matsuri 2017 date confirmed
THE end of the season event everybody wants to attend has been confirmed.
The Drift Matsuri will once again return to the wonderful circuit of Anglesey Circuit in north Wales.
There will be three tracks, an open pit lane, night time drifting, and of course, the after party!
More details coming soon!
The official film from the Spring Drift Matsuri 2017
If you haven’t seen this on our Facebook page, you are in for a great 5 minutes of your life!
Jason Laroza took on the challenge of making a film in a different style.
Once you’ve watched this i think you will agree he has done the event proud.
Take sit, turn up the volume and enjoy!
Throw back Thursday! A look back at the Spring Matsuri 2016
We couldn’t look forward to the #SpringMatsuri without taking a look back at the action last year!
Sit back, turn up the volume and enjoy!
Bring on a weekend of epic proportions!
Whats on where
As we get set for THE drift event to kick off the season in style, we can now show you a sight plan so you know whats on where!
As you can see, as you arrive at the venue you will collect your tickets at the security hut when you arrive.
Make sure you have your order number with you.
If you are spectating, follow the signs for the spectator parking, this will lead you to the rear of the main grandstand.
In the middle of the main grandstand you will find the wonderful Diner that will be serving refreshments all weekend long.
There is a pedestrian walkway under the grandstand which will give you access to the inner pit area. Make sure you check out the view from the top of the pit garages!
In Garage 25/26/27 you will find the RC drift track set up, this will be a 1/10th scale replica of the Outer Paddock and HEL DriftCup track! If you have an RC drift car, bring it with you and have a go! There will be cars for you to have a go!
The half pipe will be set up in the inner paddock area where Webbie and his crew will be doing their thing!
From 16:30 the car park out side the welcome centre will become the Triple Drift paddock area, make sure you leave this area free for the competitors!
After that there will be THE party in the Welcome Centre, Mike Lewis will be on hand playing some banging tunes until late!
On Sunday, HEL Performance DriftCup will get under way from 09:00 with practice! See the talent of tomorrow today!
Its going to be a fantastic weekend and an event NOT to be missed!
We look forward to seeing you there!