Rali Ceredigion Rally will be the longest and most challenging in the history of the event with 12 competitive stages over 115 miles of roads.
Over 100 crews representing 10 nations compete in this years' Rali Ceredigion, and includes world-class drivers such as New Zealand's Hayden Paddon, ERC front-runners Miko Marczyk of Poland, Italian Andrea Mabellini and Jon Armstrong from Ireland as well as and Wales' own British Rally Champion, Osian Pryce and local driver Meirion Evans of Lampeter. An all-star cast of drivers from both the European and British series will go head-to-head for victory, guaranteeing fierce competition amongst the pace-setters.
Rally stages held in spectacular locations
Rali Ceredigion events will begin on Friday morning with a 'shakedown' and qualifying heats which set the order for the competition.
The Rally Show, held on Aberystwyth Promenade opens on Friday afternoon, with an opportunity to see cars, meet drivers and get their autograph.
After the Ceremonial Start, the Rally is the exciting two runs through Aberystwyth town centre on Friday evening.
On Saturday and Sunday, the Rally goes out into the Mid Wales countryside. An all-star cast of drivers from both the European and British series will go head-to-head for victory, guaranteeing fierce competition amongst the pace-setters.
To make sure of the best view of the rally action, book a ticket for one or more o the fanzones.
On Sunday, the Rally returns to the narrow single track road around Nant y Moch reservoir, now one of the classic stages of Rali Ceredigion The evening ends with two runs around Aberystwyth town centre.
The weekend ends with podium celebrations back in Aberystwyth on Sunday afternoon.
Rali Engage and Fan Zones
The Rally Engage area in and around the Bandstand on Aberystwyth Promenade is a free event during Friday and Saturday with a range of stands, vehicle displays, simulators and activities for all the family.
There is an opportunity to meet the drivers, get their autographs and take selfies at the Rally Show on Aberystwyth Promenade on Friday afternoon before the official ceremonies. This is an exciting event for the whole family with a thrilling atmosphere. There will be a variety of food stalls as well as a large screen to watch live coverage of the town stages.
Special Fan Zones areas have been designated for spectators. These safe areas have been chosen especially for the fantastic views they offer of the most exciting sections of the rally stages.
The Fan Zones are the only areas where spectating is permitted and each Fan Zone has live commentary, results updates, dedicated parking, catering and recycling points. Apart from Aberystwyth, which is ticketed on an individual basis, tickets for all the other Fan Zones are per vehicle. Check the Rali website for details.
Tickets for the fanzones must be purchased in advance.