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Tiger Day Spring18 April 2026

Tiger 131 only runs twice a year at Tiger Day – so you can’t afford to miss it!

See a WWII tank display and explore The Tank Museum on a day dedicated to the world’s most infamous tank. Live tanks in action, expert lectures, Living History and much, much more!

  • 18 April 2026, 0830-1700
  • See Tiger 131 in action – the world’s only running Tiger I
  • WWII Tanks in Action
  • Living History around the site
  • Win a ride in Tiger 131 – Enter the raffle below
  • Get up close to the Panzers plus behind-the-scenes tours, food, and more with Premium tickets

Tickets

Standard Tickets

Tickets prices

STANDARD TICKET

All tickets include unlimited free returns to The Tank Museum (excluding Special Events).

See Tiger 131 in action!
Price
Adult (16+)
Price
£29.75
Child (4-15)
Price
£12
Child (Under 4)
Price
£1
Family (2 Adult & 2 Children)
Price
£69
Family (1 Adult & 2 Children)
Price
£45
Family (2 Adults & 1 Child)
Price
£60
Carer
Price
Free
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Your Tiger Day ticket includes a free Annual Pass – so you can visit The Tank Museum as many times as you like in a year.

  • Explore The Tank Museum, the biggest collection of tanks in the world
  • Second World War tank display starring Tiger 131
  • Living History, Tiger artifacts, and much, much more!

Premium Tickets

Love Tiger tanks? Treat yourself to the ultimate Tiger 131 experience for Tiger Day Spring 2026.

Premium Tiger Day tickets include a full day of Tiger-themed activities to satisfy the most avid panzer fan.

PREMIUM TICKETS

Friday tickets include a standard Saturday Tiger Day admission ticket where you can spend the day exploring the Museum and enjoy the display.

FREE ANNUAL PASS WITH EVERY TICKET!
Day
Friday
Day
£280
Saturday
Day
SOLD OUT

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Friday Premium Ticket includes:

Friday 17 April 2026

  • Lectures from our experts
  • Look inside Tiger 131, the Panther, Panzer II and Panzer III
  • Tour of the Workshop
  • Delicious meal with your fellow enthusiasts

Saturday 18 April 2026

  • Standard entry into Tiger Day
  • Premium seating to watch the WW2 tank display starring Tiger 131

Saturday Premium Ticket includes:

Saturday 18 April 2026 – SOLD OUT

  • Premium seating to watch the WW2 tank display starring Tiger 131
  • Lectures from our experts
  • Look inside Tiger 131, the Panther, Panzer II and Panzer III
  • Tour of the Workshop
  • Delicious meal with your fellow enthusiasts

Win a Ride in Tiger 131

The raffle winner will be able to take a ride in the infamous Tiger 131 around The Tank Museum arena at Tiger Day Spring, 18 April. 2nd and 3rd place will also be awarded a ride – vehicles TBC. 

All proceeds will go to support the work of The Tank Museum and the continued maintenance and restoration of the Museum’s vehicles, including Tiger 131.

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Tiger Day Raffle Terms & Conditions
Online ticket sales will close at 12 noon on the 24 March 2026. Winner must be available on 18 April 2026 to claim their prize from The Tank Museum. Travel to the Museum will be at the winners’ expense. This date is not transferable, however in the event of mechanical failure reasonable steps will be taken to re-arrange a mutually convenient date or substitute vehicle. Prizes are only transferable at the discretion of The Tank Museum. For safety reasons, it is essential that winners must be able to climb in and out of the tank unaided. The winner must be over 1.25m and aged 18 or over. By entering the draw, you are consenting to receive communications from The Tank Museum. Standard terms and conditions apply. Promoted by Chris Price, The Tank Museum, Bovington, Dorset, BH20 6JG. Registered with Dorset County Council in accordance with the Gambling Act 2005.

Programme

TIME
ACTIVITY
LOCATION
08:30

Site & Vehicle Conservation Centre Opens

 

Full Site
09:00-11:00

Vehicle Rides in the Arena

Ride in a real tracked vehicle – a Cold War M548 troop carrier. £5.00 per person or £15.00 for 4. Pay on the day.

Kuwait Arena
11:15-11:40

Opening Arena Display

Watch NSU Kettenkrad, Hotchkiss M201 Jeep, Daimler Dingo Mk2, Kaiser CJ5, Ferret Scout Car, M16 Half Track Quad 4, Saladin and M5A1 Stuart in action.

Kuwait Arena
11:40-12:00

Garrison Artillery Volunteer Display

The Garrison Artillery Volunteers will be doing an anti-tank demonstration.

Kuwait Arena
13:00-13:20

Tank Chats

Hear about the recovery of the Leopard I from a Bergepanzer.

Kuwait Arena
13:30-13:50

Battle Re-enactment

The display will feature a re-enactment of the capture of Tiger 131 on 24 April 1943.

Featuring Tiger I, Panzer III, Matilda II, Churchill Mark III, Daimler Dingo Mk2 and M5A1 Stuart. 

Kuwait Arena
13:50 – 14:30

Tracked Vehicle Display

Following on from the Battle Re-enactment, this display will feature a variety of tracked vehicles.

Featuring Matilda II, Panzer III, Tiger 131, Churchill MK III,M3 Grant, Comet, FV4005 and M4A4.

Kuwait Arena
17:00

Site Closes

Full Site

Tiger Day FAQs

What you need to know about visiting Tiger Day.

Tiger Day Merchandise

Come dressed to impress

Getting Here

How to get to the Museum by car, train or plane.

Tiger Day Merchandise

Supported By:

Murco, a motor fuel group brand, supports The Tank Museum’s arena action during TANKFEST, Tiger Day, and Tanks in Action by providing fuel for the historic running vehicles. You can find out more about Murco HERE.

Murco

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