Denim, leather jackets and brylcreem will be the order of the day at the Classic TT’s 1950s style ‘Paddock Carnival’ on Friday.
The free event, held at the Grandstand, will turn back the clock to the birth of rock n roll.
The full day’s entertainment will start at noon with nine-times TT winner Charlie Williams hosting a series of chat shows with many of the classic TT light motorcycles.
The Blue Jays, one of the UK’s leading rock n roll tribute bands, will be playing two one-hour sets during the day including covers from Buddy Holly, Eddie Cochran and Elvis Presley.
As well as this Michael Dunlop, Lee Johnston, Ryan Farquhar, Ian Lougher, Michael Rutter, Conor Cummins and John McGuinness will be on stage to share their thoughts ahead of the 500cc Classic TT race.
The carnival will also play host to the Concours D’Elegance, open to all cars and bikes of any make and model, which will by judged by David Cretney MLC, John McGuinness, David Mylchreest from Mylcreest Motors and Mortons media publisher Malcolm Wheeler and in mid afternoon The Purple Helmets will take over the pit lane for a performance.