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Welcome To Street Machine Summernats 39
The Entrant Party Guide is your go-to reference once your entry is approved.
Whether you’re cruising, competing, showing or doing a bit of everything, it’s designed to be clear, practical and easy to use onsite.
Some timings, locations and program details are still being finalised. We’ll update this page as information is confirmed, so save it and check back regularly.
Before You Arrive
Before heading to scrutineering, make sure everything is ready. Preparing early helps the process run smoothly and gets you into the event faster.
Before arriving, make sure you have:
- Received your entry approval email
- Confirmed your scrutineering time
- Read the Vehicle Guide
- Fitted all required safety equipment
- Downloaded key maps, programmes and schedules for offline use
Arriving prepared helps speed up scrutineering and gives you more time to cruise, compete and enjoy the event.
Document Downloads
Everything you need, organised for easy access and offline use:
Daily Program [TBC]
This overview provides a general guide to the event. The final program will be confirmed closer to the event and may be subject to change.
THURSDAY
- Scrutineering and pre-judging
- Aeroflow Cruise Route
- Show ’n’ Shine
- Oz Wheels City Cruise
- Precision International Skid Row
- Burnouts
- Top 60 Finalists Show
- Meguiar’s Great Uncover
- Haltech Horsepower Heroes and Dyno
- Enthusiast Braddon Fringe Festival
FRIDAY
- Scrutineering
- Aeroflow Cruise Route
- Show ’n’ Shine
- Precision International Skid Row
- Methanol Madness
- Open and Pro Burnouts
- Top 60 Finalists Show
- Haltech Horsepower Heroes and Dyno
- Enthusiast Braddon Fringe Festival
SATURDAY
- Aeroflow Cruise Route
- Show ’n’ Shine
- Precision International Skid Row
- Open and Pro Burnouts
- Top 60 Finalists Show
- Tuff Street Showcase and Judging
- Motorkhana
- Awards
- Grand Champion Driving Events and Parade
- Summernats Supercruise
- Haltech Horsepower Heroes and Dyno
- Enthusiast Braddon Fringe Festival
SUNDAY
- Aeroflow Cruise Route
- Show ’n’ Shine
- Precision International Skid Row
- Open and Pro Burnouts
- Top 60 Finalists Show
- Heads-Up Go-To-Whoa
- Haltech Horsepower Heroes and Dyno
- Enthusiast Braddon Fringe Festival
Program & Maps
The Street Machine Summernats 39 Program and event maps are currently being finalised. As soon as they’re available, we’ll let you know so you can download them and start planning your event.
Code Of Conduct & Terms Of Use
As an entrant, you play a direct role in shaping the Summernats experience. The Code of Conduct and Terms of Use outline the standards that keep the event safe, respectful and running smoothly.
Safety Guidelines
BURNOUT PAD IS FOR BURNOUTS
SKID ROW IS FOR SKIDS
CRUISE ROUTE IS FOR CRUISING
SEATBELTS ON
Sanctioning & Regulations
Street Machine Summernats 39 is sanctioned by Motorsport Australia.
The event operates under Motorsport Australia safety and competition regulations at all times.
If your vehicle participates in any driving activity, it must pass scrutineering in accordance with:
- Motorsport Australia standards
- The Event Supplementary Regulations
These regulations apply to all competition and driving activities.
Camping & Accommodation
Whether you’re camping trackside or booking a hotel, plan early and lock in your stay ahead of the event.
ONSITE CAMPING
Camping is one of the best ways to experience Summernats. Stay onsite and wake up in the middle of the action. Spots are limited, so secure yours early.
CANBERRA ACCOMMODATION
Prefer to stay offsite? Visit Canberra offers a range of accommodation options a short trip from EPIC, including caravan parks, self-contained units, apartments and hotels.
Parking
Entrant-only parking must be secured through your Street Machine Shed.
There are three vehicle pass options for entrants, along with dedicated trailer parking. Secure the correct pass early to avoid arrival issues and ensure smooth entry.
Scrutineering
Scrutineering is your gateway to Summernats. Until your vehicle has passed, you cannot access EPIC, the Aeroflow Cruise Route, driving events or entrant activities. Arrive prepared and the process is straightforward.
Judging
Every car at Summernats has a story and the judging program is where it's recognised. This is where entrants put their pride and joy under the spotlight. Judging takes place during scrutineering to ensure a fair, consistent and efficient process for all entrants.
Awards & Presentations
Awards and presentations are where the weekend is defined. Champions are crowned, titles decided and the stories of Summernats become part of the record.
Award Categories
From elite show cars to dyno heroes, burnout legends and even mullets and tattoos, trophies, prizes and bragging rights are awarded across every corner of the festival. Whatever you are into, there is a title to claim.
Driving Events
Pro Burnouts Series Presented by Castlemaine Rod Shop
The Pro Burnouts Series presented by Castlemaine Rod Shop brings together the country’s toughest skid cars and drivers. Qualification is limited and every run is judged under strict competition standards, where commitment, control and tyre smoke decide who moves forward.
Pro Burnouts Series - Wildcard Shootout
The Pro Burnouts Series – Wildcard Shootout is the final gateway into the Grand Final. Each driver gets a single run to prove they belong. There is no second attempt and only three drivers secure their place on the final grid.
Pro Burnouts Series - Grand Final
The Pro Burnouts Series - Grand Final is where the season’s best drivers face off. Each finalist has earned their position through competition across the year, bringing proven cars and calculated aggression to the pad.
Open Class Burnouts
Open Class Burnouts is where drivers step up and test themselves on the pad. Engines hit the limiter, tyres disappear and only the strongest runs progress through the field.
Motorkhana
Motorkhana is precision driving at its sharpest. Tight courses demand quick reactions, clean lines and full control of the car. Held on the Rod Shop Burnout Pad, it’s a battle against the clock where accuracy and discipline count more than raw horsepower.
Heads-Up Go-To-Whoa
Heads-Up Go-To-Whoa tests acceleration and braking in equal measure. Launch hard, reach the marker, then bring the car to a controlled stop on target. Held on the Rod Shop Burnout Pad, it rewards timing, balance and total control of the car.
Haltech Horsepower Heroes & Dyno Exhibition
This is where horsepower is measured in public. Strap the car down, roll into the throttle and let the numbers tell the story. Haltech Horsepower Heroes runs across multiple classes, with trophies and bragging rights on the line.
Precision International Skid Row
Two lanes. Continuous action. Precision International Skid Row delivers tyre smoke in a controlled environment without competition pressure. Located in Tuff Street, it extends the Aeroflow Cruise Route and gives entrants a place to let the car loose while operating under strict safety standards.
Street Machine Grand Champion Driving Events
The Grand Champion Driving Events test control, precision and consistency under pressure. Elite contenders must perform across multiple disciplines, proving their car is built to drive as well as it presents. These events form the performance component of the Grand Champion title.
Street Champion Driving Events
The Street Champion Driving Events celebrate genuine street-driven builds. These events are designed for cars that see regular road use, not just show preparation. Drivers must demonstrate control, consistency and capability across a range of driving tests.
Cruising Events
Cruising is where Summernats comes to life. These moving showcases place approved and selected entrants in front of the crowd and at the centre of the action, turning the event into a rolling display of horsepower, noise and attitude.
Aeroflow Cruise Route
The Aeroflow Cruise Route is your chance to get your car moving, share the road with fellow entrants and put your build in front of thousands of fans. It’s a rolling car show that runs throughout the event. Cruise, be seen and soak up the Summernats atmosphere.
OzWheels City Cruise
The OzWheels City Cruise launches Summernats onto the streets of Canberra. Pre-selected entrants roll out from EPIC in convoy, cruising through the capital before returning to the event. It marks the official opening of the weekend, with spectators lining the streets as the convoy passes.
Summernats Supercruise
The Summernats Supercruise transforms the Main Arena into a moving stage. Streeters, customs and tough builds roll through in an unbroken stream, surrounded by grandstands packed with fans. It’s one of the defining moments of the weekend and a highlight for selected entrants.
Methanol Madness
Methanol Madness is a dedicated cruise session for methanol-fuelled street machines. Blown combinations, raw exhaust notes and serious attitude come together on the Cruise Route in one controlled window built for the toughest cars on site.
Street Machine Grand Champion Parade
The Street Machine Grand Champion Parade sees Elite contenders roll from the Top 60 Hall to the Main Arena, placing their builds before thousands of fans. It’s a long-standing Summernats tradition and a defining moment in the Grand Champion journey.
Show 'N' Shine Events
Show ’N' Shine events are static display moments where selected and approved entrants park up and present their builds to the public, judges or both. They give fans the chance to slow down, look closely and appreciate the detail, craftsmanship and engineering behind the cars.
Show 'N' Shine
The Main Arena Show ’n’ Shine gives you the chance to park up and place your build in front of thousands of fans. There’s no judging, just pride on display. It’s a relaxed moment in the program where spectators can walk through the arena, take photos and look closely at the cars that shape the event.
Top 60 Finalists Show
The Top 60 Finalists Show highlights the vehicles competing at the highest level of show judging. Displayed under lights in the Meguiar’s Pavilion, these builds set the benchmark for presentation, engineering and detail. It’s where fans get up close to the standard every show car builder is chasing.
Meguiar's Great Uncover
Meguiar’s Great Uncover reveals new Elite builds in front of a live crowd. Months, sometimes years, of work are unveiled in seconds as covers come off and the cars see the lights of the Meguiar’s Pavilion for the first time.
Tuff Street Showcase
The Tuff Street Showcase brings together high-horsepower street machines that represent the harder edge of the scene. It’s a dedicated precinct for cars built to be driven and heard, where blown combinations, tough streeters and serious horsepower gather in one place.
Enthusiast Braddon Fringe Festival
The Braddon Fringe Festival takes Summernats into the Braddon CBD, where entrants park up and showcase their cars across three evenings. It’s free for the public and brings street machines, crowds and Summernats atmosphere into the heart of the city.
Key Information
Looking after yourself and those around you is just as important as looking after your car. Plan ahead, stay aware and take responsibility throughout the weekend.
FAQs & Help
Got a question about your entry? Check our FAQs first, you will likely find your answer there.
Still stuck? Contact our team and we will get back to you as soon as possible.