Festival of Speed, Canberra

Canberra's much awaited Festival of Speed is here. It's spread over the the weekend of 02 - 03 March 2024, at Canberra's famous & exclusive Thoroughbred Park at 1 Randwick Rd, Lyneham ACT 2602.

The Festival of Speed is a car festival that takes place in Canberra, Australia. It's a popular event that celebrates all things automotive, with a focus on high-performance cars, motorsports, and car culture. The festival typically features a variety of activities and attractions, including car shows, racing competitions, and interactive experiences for car enthusiasts of all ages.

One of the main attractions of the Festival of Speed is the Hill Climb, where drivers compete to see who can drive their car up a steep hill the fastest. There are also car shows featuring rare and exotic vehicles, as well as demonstrations of drifting and other driving techniques. Visitors can also take part in interactive experiences such as ride-alongs with professional drivers, car simulators, and more.

The Festival of Speed also includes live music performances, food and drink vendors, and other entertainment options. It's a fun and exciting event that appeals to car enthusiasts and non-car enthusiasts alike.

Overall, the Festival of Speed in Canberra is a must-attend event for anyone who loves cars and motorsports. With its unique blend of high-octane action, interactive experiences, and family-friendly entertainment, it's no wonder that it continues to grow in popularity each year.

We, the team at Auto Hubs are extremely sad that we couldn't apply for a stall at the Festival of Speed in time due to technical delays with our launch. However we are extremely excited to visit our first ever Festival of Speed and look forward to seeing you fab peeps there.

Those who haven't grabbed their tix or would like to learn more, check out the links below:

  1. Tickets
  2. Events

Also check out their FB: Canberra Festival of Speed 2024

Those who've been there before, surely know the amazing vibe - no amount of adrenaline is enough to describe

For those visiting first time, here's a list of things to do at the Festival of Speed in Canberra:

1. Watch the Hill Climb competition, where drivers compete to see who can drive their car up a steep hill the fastest.
2. Check out the car shows featuring rare and exotic vehicles.
3. Take part in interactive experiences such as ride-alongs with professional drivers, car simulators, and more.
4. Watch demonstrations of drifting and other driving techniques.
5. Enjoy live music performances.
6. Visit food and drink vendors.
7. Take a look at the various sponsor displays and exhibits.
8. Participate in a charity ride or drive event.
9. Take a scenic drive through the surrounding countryside.
10. Take a photo with your favorite car or driver.
11. Attend a car enthusiast workshop or seminar.
12. Compete in a car-themed video game tournament.
13. Explore the paddock and pit areas.
14. Meet and greet with drivers and car owners.
15. Take a shuttle bus tour of the festival grounds.
16. Browse the merchandise tent for Festival of Speed memorabilia.
17. Take part in a car-themed scavenger hunt.
18. Attend a car club meet and greet.
19. Watch a car restoration demonstration.
20. Take a break in the designated picnic and relaxation areas.

 

I hope this list helps you plan your day at the Festival of Speed in Canberra!
Would love to read your comments sharing your experience at the event.