The UK’s leading vintage event, The Classic Car Boot Sale, will return to King’s Cross on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th April 2025, marking a decade of vintage celebrations at this iconic location.
Bringing a curated mix of vintage fashion, classic cars and sustainable shopping for just £7 in advance, the event will once again take over Granary Square, Lewis Cubitt Square and Coal Drops Yard for two full days of retro-inspired fun.
Alongside quality sustainable shopping, stunning classic cars and top-notch entertainment, new for 2025 is the Pinball & Arcade Alley in Lewis Cubitt Square. Curated by Pinball Geoff, star of BBC’s The Repair Shop, Pinball and Arcade Alley brings the thrill and nostalgia of a classic fairground to life. Visitors can try their luck play vintage Penny Arcade machines, pinball machines and more. A selection of Geoff’s impressive collection—spanning over 150 pinball machines from the 1930s to 2020—will be available to enjoy. This exciting addition to the Family Fun Zone offers an immersive taste of a quintessential British seaside arcade. And after all the gaming action, why not take a spin on the mini-Ferris Wheel.
Also new for this 10th anniversary event is the rock ‘n’ roll CCA Art Bus. The touring mobile art gallery is a recognised work of art, designed by the ‘Godfather of British pop art’, Sir Peter Blake, flaunting four sides of pop art iconography and classic Blake imagery.
Vintage fashionists will love the curated spring edit of late ‘90s–2000s fashion and collectibles showcased by the finest Y2K online sellers and the DIY preloved t-shirt design area where they can get crafty making their own Classic Car Boot Sale-inspired merchandise and 70/80s-themed design patterns.
Once they’ve browsed, shopped and created to their heart’s content, visitors can head to the Family Fun Zone before hitting the dance floor at Eddie’s Love Bus, bringing funk, soul and disco to Lewis Cubitt Square.
To celebrate the 70th anniversary of the Citroën DS, a true icon of automotive design, there will be a special display of this avant-garde French creation through the decades in Coal Drops Yard.
This is the capital’s largest public fashion event with great people-watching opportunities as visitors arrive in their best threads from their favourite decades to shop from over 100 carefully curated vintage and designer second hand sellers. Visitors can admire all the brilliantly designed classic vehicles from the 1920s to the 1990s, as well as custom bicycles and the highly anticipated ride-ins from mods and rockers. Come and meet friends and enjoy delicious street food and drinks from the Routemaster Bus Bar, while dancing the day away to the live vinyl-spinning DJs.
Here’s everything you need to know about this ultimate retro event:
Event highlights
Three iconic venues: Granary Square, Lewis Cubitt Square and Coal Drops Yard will transform into a vintage wonderland.
What’s on Granary Square
• Classic cars: Admire American muscle cars lining the sustainable market stalls and a selection of privately owned, rare, designed vintage wheels.
• Street food & bar: Feast on delicious bites and sip drinks from the Routemaster Bus Bar.
• London finest club DJs: Dance the day away to the live vinyl-spinning with16 DJs playing vinyl from Rock n Roll to Indie to Reggae to Balearic and everything in between
Lewis Cubitt Square
• Y2K online sellers: A curated selection of online vintage stores will showcase 1990s and 2000s pieces, available to shop in person.
• Family Fun Zone: Geoff from BBC’s The Repair Shop brings his Pinball & Arcade Alley, packed with classic pinball machines plus the ever-popular mini-Ferris Wheel ride for the whole family to enjoy.
• The CCA Art Bus: A mobile art gallery designed by Sir Peter Blake, offering visitors the chance to explore pop-art iconography.
• DIY t-shirt design area: Visitors can create their own preloved t-shirts using exclusive Classic Car Boot Sale patterns.
• Eddie’s Love Bus: Disco and funk tunes from live DJs, creating an upbeat atmosphere throughout the day.
Coal Drops Yard
• Charity Super.Mkt: The UK’s largest outdoor charity market, featuring sustainable shopping from organisations including Shelter and Traid.
• Repair Fair: Learn repair and upcycling techniques at workshops, including sashiko stitching and patchwork.
• Heritage car display: Celebrating the 70th anniversary of the Citroën DS, the area will feature a collection of these inspired creations through the decades.
Wayne Hemingway, founder of HemingwayDesign and co-founder of The Classic Car Boot Sale, said: “Marking 10 years at King’s Cross is a fantastic milestone and we’re proud to have played a part in the evolution of this dynamic area. It’s been incredible to see how vintage has evolved, with 90s and 2000s elements now shaping the scene and inspiring a new generation of enthusiasts.”
He continues “The Classic Car Boot Sale is the perfect place to pick up standout garments, embrace your individual style and connect with like-minded people, as well as enjoy creative activities like the art bus and DIY t-shirt area, retro fairground rides, great music and an incredible range of classic vehicles. It’s an unforgettable celebration of design, culture and fun through the eras!”
Chrissy Cullen, Related Argent’s place marketing director for King’s Cross, added: “Over the last 10 years, King’s Cross has changed beyond recognition, but one of the things that has remained constant is the much-loved Classic Car Boot Sale. From humble beginnings, this twice-annual event is now one of the go-to events on the jam-packed events calendar, attracting people from all over the world. We can’t wait to celebrate this exciting anniversary this April!”
Whether you’re a vintage fashion aficionado, a lover of classic cars or simply looking for a memorable day out, the Classic Car Boot Sale is London’s ultimate vintage and second-hand event – and this year it’s bigger and better than ever before, so grab your tickets today and join us for a weekend of classic cars, funky beats and sustainable chic.
