The Isle of Man Classic TT 2026 will celebrate the 30 year TT career of John McGuinness MBE with a special parade lap, exhibition and a tribute to the ‘Morecambe Missile’.
The Classic TT returns next year, running from Wednesday 19th to Friday 28th August. After this year’s heartfelt tribute to Joey Dunlop’s famous 2000 treble, the spotlight will shift to another giant of the sport – John McGuinness MBE – as the ‘Morecambe Missile’ marks 30 years of racing on his beloved TT Mountain Course.
A: The Isle of Man TT Races are a two-week event, running from a Monday (Qualifying Week start) to a Saturday (Senior Race Day).
The confirmed and provisional dates are as follows:
| Event Year | Start Date | End Date | Status |
| TT 2026 | Monday, May 25th, 2026 | Saturday, June 6th, 2026 | Confirmed |
| TT 2027 | Monday, May 31st, 2027 | Saturday, June 12th, 2027 | Provisional |
| TT 2028 | Monday, May 29th, 2028 | Saturday, June 10th, 2028 | Provisional |
A: Bookings for the Isle of Man TT 2027 and TT 2028 will be available from May 2026 and May 2027
A: The Isle of Man TT is an extremely high-demand event. Ferry spaces (especially with a vehicle/motorcycle), flights, and quality accommodation (including hotels and popular campsites) often sell out immediately when they are released.
If you delay, your options will be significantly limited, and prices will be much higher.
A: The 37.73-mile Mountain Course is a public road that closes completely for all practices and races.
Best Options: Use the excellent public transport network (Bus Vannin and the Heritage Railways), which continues to operate outside the course, or plan your entire day around the official road closure schedule, which is published daily. Always check the latest schedule as it is subject to change due to weather.
Crucial Tip: If your accommodation is inside the closed course, you cannot leave or return until the roads officially reopen (which can be late at night).
A: No, not for most places! The majority of the 37.73-mile course is public road, and you can watch for free from hundreds of roadside vantage points.
Safety Note: Always obey the instructions of the volunteer marshals and only watch from designated safe spectator areas (marked by fencing or signage).
Tickets are only required if you want a reserved seat in the Official Grandstands (at the start/finish line in Douglas) or for VIP Hospitality areas.