The ‘even bigger and better’ event will feature a double-decker rave bus with DJ performances, food stalls and dance lessons
The Classic Car Boot Sale is returning to MediaCity later this month(Image: Mykola Romanovskyy)
A hugely popular vintage event is coming back to Greater Manchester later this month – and the big line-up of DJs, cars and traders has now been revealed.
The Classic Car Boot Sale has become renowned for its celebration of classic vehicles as well as vintage and designer second-hand fashion and homewares since launching in London 12 years go.
The event, which also features DJ sets and street food and bars served from classic buses and trucks, launched its first event in the north at MediaCity last year and it proved to be a resounding success.
Organised by Wayne Hemingway CBE, who founded the popular 90s fashion brand Red or Dead, the event will be returning to the Salford Quays hub next weekend (July 12 and 13).
Alongside some of the country’s best sustainable fashion and vintage homewares collectors, the Classic Car Boot Sale will also feature photo opportunities with more than 20 iconic cars and campervans, including a 1935 American Ford, a 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air and a rare 1974 DeTomaso Pantera.
More than 20 iconic cars, campervans and vehicles will be available to admire and take photos of(Image: Mykola Romanovskyy)
There will also be street food from local and favourite independent traders like Vanoffee, The Little Red Food Truck and Exclusive Scoop. There will also be the Charity Super.Mkt pop-up, featuring football shirts, band tees and denimwear being sold off to raise money for a number of charities.
A top-tier line-up of DJs will also spin some of their favourite songs, with the likes of Northern Soul, Jamie Groovement & DJ Ana May, Andy Shake’n’Fingerpop, oFf thE beAten TrAx, Martin the Mod and Dr Sid set to take to the double-decker rave bus.
In addition, the event will also feature free dance classes, teaching people the best moves when it comes to the likes of Northern Soul, Jive, and Swing, and a ‘Best In Show’ catwalk where people and brands can show off their best struts for a chance to win prizes.
A number of vintage and designer second-hand fashion stalls will be setting up shop at the car boot sale(Image: Mykola Romanovskyy)
The likes of Eyewood Vintage, who are known for supplying costumes to top Netflix productions, and Moondream Vintage, with their bespoke 60s and 70s vintage menswear, will also be in attendance across the weekend selling their top items.
“We’re thrilled to be bringing The Classic Car Boot Sale back to MediaCity after such an incredible response last year,” founder Wayne said. “This event is about so much more than just shopping—it’s a joyful celebration of creativity, sustainability, style and community.
“Whether you’re here for the fashion, the music, the food, or the stunning vehicles, it’s all about having fun and connecting with like-minded people. The atmosphere is electric, and we can’t wait to welcome everyone back for an even bigger and better weekend.”
The Classic Car Boot Sale started in 2013 and now attracts around 10,000 visitors a day from across the UK(Image: Supplied)
Caroline Aikman, Director of Marketing and Place at MediaCity, added: “We’re so proud to welcome The Classic Car Boot Sale back to MediaCity for its second year.
“Last summer’s event brought incredible energy to our spaces, and this year promises to be even more exciting. As a home for creatives, independents and innovators, MediaCity is the perfect setting for a vibrant celebration of vintage culture, sustainable fashion, music and community.”
Tickets for the event cost just £5, and under-12’s are able to attend for free. The Classic Car Boot Sale runs on July 12 and 13 between 10am and 5.30pm (last entry 5pm).