2025/07/12

Eve Festival

On the night of August 2 (Sat), filled with a mix of anticipation and excitement ahead of the Suzuka 8 Hours final the next day, the traditional Eve Festival will be held at the Grandstand.
There will be demo runs on the course and a talk show by a star-studded panel of commentators on the stage. You can also enjoy fireworks and a night Pit Walk.

August 2 (Sat) 6:00 PM - 8:15 PM

6:00 PM - 6:10 PM	Opening & Meet on Bikes Parade
6:10 PM - 6:35 PM	Coming soon
6:35 PM - 6:55 PM	Talk Show with Distinguished Commentators
6:55 PM - 7:20 PM	YAMAHA 70th Memorial Demonstration
Around 7:20 PM	Fireworks
7:30 PM - 8:15 PM	Night Pit Walk

* Schedule and content are subject to change.

Location

In front of the Grandstand, Racing Course East Course

Talk Show with Distinguished Commentators

Osamu Deguchi

Takaaki Nakagami

Tetta Nagashima

Ikuhiro Enokido

A pre-final night talk with Osamu Deguchi, Takaaki Nakagami, Tetta Nagashima, and Ikuhiro Enokido. These experienced individuals, well-versed in the Suzuka 8 Hours and the premier class, will thoroughly discuss the highlights to watch for in the final race the following day.

YAMAHA 70th Memorial Demonstration

Yamaha returns to factory participation for the first time in six years during its 70th anniversary year. They will talk about the meaning behind this year's coloring and take to the track. Let's get excited together for tomorrow's race.

Vehicles

Demonstration Schedule
YZF-R7 (1999), YZF750 (1996 Suzuka 8 Hours winning vehicle)
Appearance

Yamaha Racing Team Director Wataru Yoshikawa

*Content and appearances are subject to change.

Director Wataru Yoshikawa

Night Pit Walk

About the Night Pit Walk
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