2024 Simola Hillclimb
2 May - 5 May SAST (+02:00)
Knysna Simola Hillclimb
Details
The Simola Hillclimb is the premier motorsport event in South Africa - having become the "must attend" event on the motoring calendar.
Attracting sports stars, celebrities, the country's top drivers and cars, and thousands of engaged and passionate fans, there is something for everyone - men, women, and children.
The format for the 2024 Simola Hillclimb, held in the beautiful Garden Route town of Knysna, sees four days of activity comprising the Fan Fest on Thursday and Friday, and three days of track action from Friday to Sunday. The adrenaline-fueled extended weekend’s track action starts off with the intriguing and emotive Classic Car Friday, comprising a dazzling array of 65 iconic cars and drivers of all eras competing for the prized Classic Conqueror Trophy.
On Saturday and Sunday, the big guns come out to play, and fans can look forward to seeing everything from showroom-specification sedans and sports cars to elite supercars, virtually priceless pure-bred race cars and purpose-built Hillclimb beasts being pushed to the limit on the Simola Hill’s challenging 1.9 km course. A maximum of 84 competitors will be vying for the King of the Hill titles in the three available categories: Road-going Saloon Cars and Supercars; Modified Saloon Cars; and Single Seater and Sports Cars.
With rapidly growing interest from abroad, it’s expected that an even larger contingent of overseas competitors will be joining the fray when the flag drops on the start line, adding to the allure of this truly exceptional automotive extravaganza.
For regular event updates, like our Facebook Page: Simola Hillclimb
ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES
FREE FANFEST:
Eager enthusiasts who would like to see the cars set to compete in the event close-up before the action commences can head to the FanFest for the official scrutineering, which takes place from 09h00 to 14h30 on Thursday 2 May for Classic Car Friday entrants, and the same time on Friday 3 May for all King of the Hill competitors.
Nothing beats the sights and sounds of these spectacular cars on the move, and the street parades are always among the major event highlights. Be sure to secure your spot along the scenic Waterfront Drive on Thursday 2 May from 14h45 to 15h15 to see the classic cars parading by, and on Friday from 17h15 to 17h45 for the road cars and pure race-bred machines that will compete in King of the Hill.
Information
Open to all ages
TBC
Liquor or illegal substances, Food and drinks, Fires, Braais, Pets, Drones or Firearms
Right of admission is reserved | All children to be accompanied by an adult | All handbags, parcels, clothing and other items of a personal nature, may be subject to security checks | Vehicles parked in no parking or the incorrect parking areas are subject to being towed or wheel clamped | All event tickets are non-transferable | No branding other than event sponsors to be put up ANYWHERE on the event grounds | No branded gazebos or umbrellas. Plain ones are welcome | No crossing into areas that have been fenced, taped or deemed out of bounds
Organiser
Knysna Speed Festival
Information
Open to all ages
TBC
Liquor or illegal substances, Food and drinks, Fires, Braais, Pets, Drones or Firearms
Right of admission is reserved | All children to be accompanied by an adult | All handbags, parcels, clothing and other items of a personal nature, may be subject to security checks | Vehicles parked in no parking or the incorrect parking areas are subject to being towed or wheel clamped | All event tickets are non-transferable | No branding other than event sponsors to be put up ANYWHERE on the event grounds | No branded gazebos or umbrellas. Plain ones are welcome | No crossing into areas that have been fenced, taped or deemed out of bounds
Organiser
Knysna Speed Festival
Info
The Simola Hillclimb is the premier motorsport event in South Africa - having become the "must attend" event on the motoring calendar.
Attracting sports stars, celebrities, the country's top drivers and cars, and thousands of engaged and passionate fans, there is something for everyone - men, women, and children.
The format for the 2024 Simola Hillclimb, held in the beautiful Garden Route town of Knysna, sees four days of activity comprising the Fan Fest on Thursday and Friday, and three days of track action from Friday to Sunday. The adrenaline-fueled extended weekend’s track action starts off with the intriguing and emotive Classic Car Friday, comprising a dazzling array of 65 iconic cars and drivers of all eras competing for the prized Classic Conqueror Trophy.
On Saturday and Sunday, the big guns come out to play, and fans can look forward to seeing everything from showroom-specification sedans and sports cars to elite supercars, virtually priceless pure-bred race cars and purpose-built Hillclimb beasts being pushed to the limit on the Simola Hill’s challenging 1.9 km course. A maximum of 84 competitors will be vying for the King of the Hill titles in the three available categories: Road-going Saloon Cars and Supercars; Modified Saloon Cars; and Single Seater and Sports Cars.
With rapidly growing interest from abroad, it’s expected that an even larger contingent of overseas competitors will be joining the fray when the flag drops on the start line, adding to the allure of this truly exceptional automotive extravaganza.
For regular event updates, like our Facebook Page: Simola Hillclimb
ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES
FREE FANFEST:
Eager enthusiasts who would like to see the cars set to compete in the event close-up before the action commences can head to the FanFest for the official scrutineering, which takes place from 09h00 to 14h30 on Thursday 2 May for Classic Car Friday entrants, and the same time on Friday 3 May for all King of the Hill competitors.
Nothing beats the sights and sounds of these spectacular cars on the move, and the street parades are always among the major event highlights. Be sure to secure your spot along the scenic Waterfront Drive on Thursday 2 May from 14h45 to 15h15 to see the classic cars parading by, and on Friday from 17h15 to 17h45 for the road cars and pure race-bred machines that will compete in King of the Hill.