The Isle of Man TT Races 2022
Saturday 28th May - Saturday 11th June 2022
The Isle of Man TT is the ultimate ‘must see it’ event for motorsport fans across the globe.
Every May and June the Isle of Man, a small country nestled between England and Ireland, turns into motorcycle nirvana as the world’s greatest
road racers gather to test themselves against the incredible ‘Mountain Course’ – a 37.73 mile beast of a course carved out of the Island’s public closed roads.
The TT takes place over a 2 week period with the first week dominated by practice sessions followed by a week of racing with the first race day taking place on
the Saturday before Mad Sunday with racing then held on alternate days (Saturday, Monday, Wednesday and Friday).
Practice Week is becoming increasingly more popular for first time and seasoned visitors alike with practice sessions taking place most evenings you have the days
free to explore the natural beauty that the Island has to offer. Mad Sunday always falls on the first Sunday of June and is a popular date in motorcycle fans’ diaries
with plenty of meets, events and parades taking place across the Island.
The Schedule
When do the Isle of Man TT Races take place?
The TT takes place over a 2 week period with the first week dominated by practice sessions followed by
a week of racing with the first race day taking place on the Saturday before Mad Sunday with racing then
held on alternate days (Saturday, Monday, Wednesday and Friday). Practice Week is becoming increasingly more
popular for first time and seasoned visitors alike with practice
sessions taking place most evenings you have the days free to explore the natural beauty that the Island has to offer.
Mad Sunday always falls on the first Sunday of June and is a popular date in motorcycle fans' diaries with plenty
of meets, events and parades taking place across the Island.
Qualifying
- Sunday 29th May - Qualifying
- Monday 30st May - Qualifying
- Tuesday 31st May - Qualifying
Qualifying
- Wednesday 1st June - Qualifying
- Thursday 2nd June - Qualifying
- Friday 3rd June - Qualifying
Race Days
- Saturday 4th June - Race Day 1
- Monday 6th June - Race Day 2
- Wednesday 8th June - Race Day 3
- Friday 10th June - Race Day 4
How To Get Here
How to travel to the Isle of Man TT Races
The Isle of Man is easily accessible by ferry and plane from key regional ports across the UK and Ireland.
The ferry company which operates between the North West of England and the East Coast of Ireland is the Steam
Packet Company with regular services between Liverpool, Heysham, Dublin and Belfast during the summer months.
Services are increased over the TT fortnight however it pays to be flexible with your dates and consider
travelling without your vehicle.
Ferry bookings for TT operate on a deposit system where a provisional sailing schedule is available a year in
advance allowing you to book your space for following TT with the final fares and schedule being released in December..
The Isle of Man is also well served by key airports including London Gatwick, Manchester, Liverpool, Dublin and many more... Meaning
that our international visitors have a selection of airports to choose from when making their travel plans. A full list of destinations can be found here.
Flying is often seen as an attractive alternative to travelling by ferry and is quick and convenient with
flight times averaging between 30 and 60 minutes from the UK and Ireland.
Where To Stay
Where to stay at the Isle of Man TT Races
There are a vast amount of accommodation options to choose from when visiting the Island. During TT there are a
number of temporary camping and glamping sites to choose from along with the ever popular IOMTT Village situated
at the TT Grandstand. The IOMTT Village is the ideal location for those fans who want to be as close to the
action as you can get, made up of 160 twin bedded individual cabins the village is just a short walk away from
the grandstand and local amenities including a supermarket, petrol station and Douglas promenade.
In addition to the temporary accommodation which is available the Island has a large number of self catering properties,
hotels, bed and breakfasts and guest accommodation. If you are looking for a home away from home then the IOMTT homestay
scheme might be an option, operated by Miquando it offers exactly what it says on the tin either staying with local
families or as a self catering option.
Where To Watch
Best places to watch the Isle of Man TT Races
Most parts of the TT circuit allows spectators to watch the racing free of charge. You have the freedom to sit or stand
(within the non-restricted zones) and watch as the bikes zoom past at over 180mph! You will have to get to your favourite
spot early as the hedges quickly become full.
There are a number of grandstands situated around the course including at the start/finish line at the TT Grandstand and
Hillberry which are both popular vantage points. Many visitors choose to spectate from a grandstand at least once during
their visit allowing them to soak up the atmosphere with like minded people and with a different view. If you are celebrating
a special occasion or just want to enhance your Isle of Man TT experience why don’t you treat you or a loved one to one to
a hospitality package at the TT Grandstand. You will have the chance to rub shoulders with the riders before watching the
action from your very own private grandstand whilst enjoying sumptuous local food and drink.
Visitor Information
Useful information for all the events