26-27 June 2027 Maryborough Showgrounds Qld

Tickets on sale in November

Plan your ultimate Garagefest weekend

Whether you're a serious car buff, a family looking for a fun day out, or somewhere in between, our event schedule has something for everyone. Check out the ripper highlights and plan your ultimate Garagefest weekend at the Maryborough Showgrounds. Dates: Saturday 26th June – Sunday 27th June 2027. Gates Open: 9:00am – 4pm Daily.

What's on at GARAGEFEST?

Garagefest offers a jam-packed schedule of events and activities designed to thrill car enthusiasts, entertain families, and create unforgettable memories. Here’s a sneak peek at what awaits you:

  • Old School Cars: Wander among a stunning selection of muscle cars, hot rods, classics, cruisers, jdm’s and 4x4’s from every era.
  • Super Elite Hall: Don’t miss exclusive car unveils and selected elite showpieces.
  • Bike Hall: Feast your eyes on custom choppers, café racers, and vintage bikes.
  • 4 x 4 Extreme Arena: Tailored for 4x4 enthusiasts, displays and trade stalls
  • Trade & Market Stalls: Featuring Paint trades, Auto Restorations, Mancave Art and Flags, Tuff Tees, Retro Clothing, Hot Wheels and many more.
  • Live Bands: Enjoy a full line-up of energetic live music, from rockabilly beats to classic Aussie hits.
  • Pinup Competition: Celebrate the glamour of yesteryear in our lively pinup contest!
  • Rock n Roll Dancing: Join in on some Rock n Roll dancing, with lessens for those who want to give it a go throughout the day.
  • Kids’ Activities: Free Face painting, jumping castle, and a special kid's corner.
  • Kid's Pedal Car Comp: Bring the kids out in their pedal cars, we want to see any and all makes/models.

Daily highlights

Here are a few absolute ripper highlights you won't want to miss:

  • Burnout Car Start Ups: Hear the thunder! Watch (and feel) as legendary burnout beasts fire up and rumble the grounds.
  • Super Elite Hall: Don’t miss exclusive car unveils and selected elite showpieces.
  • Rock n Roll Dancing Hall: Join in on some Rock n Roll dancing, with lessens for those who want to give it a go throughout the weekend.
  • Trade Stalls: From performance upgrades to camping gear.
  • Market Stalls Official Garagefest shirts, hats, and memorabilia at the merch tent.
  • Kids Corner: Face painting, jumping castle, and a pedal car competition.
  • Extreme 4 x 4 Arena: Trade stalls tailored for 4x4 enthusiasts.

Show 'n' shine sunday

The big one! On Sunday, Garagefest’s Show n Shine competition brings together the best of the best. Vehicles are judged on style, originality, presentation, quality of workmanship and crowd appeal.

Trophy Categories:

Super Elite Hall

  1. Super Elite Hall Champion 
  2. Super Elite Hall Runner Up
  3. Super Elite Paint & Panel
  4. Super Elite Engine Bay
  5. Super Elite Interior
  6. Super Elite 

Bike Hall

Best Bike

Runner Up

Best Original 

Most Modified

Street Show n Shine

  1. Best 4x4
  2. Best JDM
  3. Best Hot Rod 
  4. Best Ute 
  5. Best Sedan
  6. Best Panelvan 
  7. Best Pickup truck
  8. Best Paint 
  9. Best Patina 
  10. Best Engine Bay
  11. Best Interior 
  12. Best Boot 
  13. People’s Choice 
  14. Most Modified 
  15. Best Original
  16. Entrants Choice
  17. Best European 
  18. Best Vintage 
  19. Most Unique 
  20. Best Kids Pedal Car 

Judging happens throughout Saturday and Sunday. Judge's decision is final. Vehicles must attend both days to be in the running. Trophy ceremony is at 2pm Sunday. Entrants must be present to claim any prize money* and trophy.

*Winners of prize money need to provide bank details; the money will be transferred within 3-5 working days. No cash will be given at the event due to security reasons.

 

Program 2026

Plan your weekend. Bring your mates. Let’s make this one unforgettable