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Summernats 39 Tickets On Sale

A strictly limited batch of Platinum and Season Passes are now on sale!

Last year they vanished quicker than a slushie on a hot day.

Spectator Season Pass

On Sale Now
  • Access across all four days
  • Entry to the full event precinct
  • Friday and Saturday night concerts included
  • The complete Summernats experience
PLATINUM

Spectator Platinum Pass

Selling Fast
  • Covered Burnout Grandstand seating with access to the Platinum Express Lane at the Burnout Bar
  • Get closer to the Supercruise & Fireworks Spectacular
  • Exclusive 10% discount on official Summernats merchandise
  • Discounted P2 Parking Pass
  • Exclusive early access to Top 60 show
  • Summernats Platinum Merch Pack
  • Exclusive fast-lane spectator entry into event

Note: Only buy through Oztix, our official ticket partner. Avoid fake or duplicated tickets and don’t risk missing out.

Why Summernats?

Four Days. No Let Ups 360x360

FOUR DAYS. NO LET-UP.

Burnouts, cruising, Supercruise, elite unveilings, live concerts and fireworks.
Thursday to Sunday. Action across EPIC from open to close.

Car Fanatics

3,000+ CARS. ONE VENUE.

Street machines, elite builds and serious horsepower all in one place.
The toughest modified line-up in the country.

3000 Cars One Venue 360x360

130,000+ CAR FANATICS

Every January, Canberra fills with fans packing the Burnout Pad, lining the Cruise Route and crowding the grandstands.

Biggest Horsepower Party 360x360

BIGGEST HORSEPOWER PARTY

Live concerts, bars, shopping and family zones across one massive weekend. Motorsport, street culture and summer energy in one place.

Daily Program [TBC]

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

Live Concerts

Entertainment

FRIDAY & SATURDAY

Two nights. One massive party.

Friday and Saturday night deliver live music, big singalongs and that Summernats energy that hits different after dark.

Line-up and set times announced soon.

Camping & Accommodation

Crash onsite and wake up in the middle of Summernats, or roll into Canberra’s best hotels, apartments and caravan parks with a little help from Visit Canberra.

On-Site Camping

Want to live and breathe Summernats 24/7? Camp onsite and wake up in the middle of the action. Camping is limited, so get in quick and secure your spot.

Canberra Accommodation

Canberra has you covered with caravan parks, self-contained units, apartments and hotels. Our mates at Visit Canberra have pulled together the best local stays.

Transport

There are plenty of ways to get to Summernats. Parking is limited, so public transport or ride share is often the fastest and least stressful option. Use the Transport Guide or see more options below.

PARK & RIDE

Skip the stress of chasing a park. Pull into a Park & Ride and jump on a rapid bus or light rail straight to EPIC.

  • Free all-day parking
  • Quick transfers direct to the action
  • Tap your Mastercard, Visa, phone or watch to ride
  • Check the timetable before you travel. Some services finish before the event wraps up
  • Get off at EPIC & Racecourse station. Do not get off at any other station.

LIGHT RAIL

The Canberra Light Rail is the easiest way to travel to and from the event.

The stop you want is EPIC & Racecourse. Do not get off at any other stop.

Services run at increased frequency and stop directly outside the venue at Gate 2.

Gungahlin Place to Alinga Street
DateLast Service
Thursday 8 January11:00pm
Friday 9 January12:30am
Saturday 10 January12:30am
Sunday 11 January11:00pm

Alinga Street to Gungahlin Place
DateLast Service
Thursday 8 January11:30pm
Friday 9 January1:00am
Saturday 10 January1:00am
Sunday 11 January11:30pm

JOURNEY PLANNER

Use the Transport Canberra Journey Planner to find the best route from your place to ours. Punch in where you are, where you are going and let it sort the rest.

TAXI & RIDE SHARE

Let someone else do the driving. Taxis and ride share can drop you off at Randwick Road, a short stroll from Gate 2.

SCOOTER

Neuron scooters are all over Canberra. You can ride them to bays close to the gates. Just check the app for no-ride zones first.

PARKING

There is no on-site parking on Friday or Saturday without a valid pre-purchased parking pass. Very limited parking is available on Thursday and Sunday. Please avoid parking in suburban streets, as parking inspectors will be active throughout the event.

P2 – Old Well Station Road
DateOpening Hours
Thursday 8 January10:00am – 10:00pm
Friday 9 January8:00am – 10:00pm
Saturday 10 January8:00am – 10:00pm
Sunday 11 January8:00am – 5:00pm
P3 – Randwick Road
DateOpening Hours
Thursday 8 January10:00am – 10:00pm
Friday 9 January10:00am – 10:00pm
Saturday 10 January10:00am – 10:00pm
Sunday 11 January8:00am – 5:00pm

Gate 2 - Main Spectator Entry

Gate 2 on Flemington Road is the main spectator entry for Street Machine Summernats.

The Canberra Light Rail is the easiest way to arrive. Get off at EPIC & Racecourse and do not exit at any other stop.

From the platform, follow the crowd straight to Gate 2, have your ticket ready and enter the event.

ENTRY TIPS

The quicker you are through the gates, the sooner the party starts. Tips to get in fast:

  • Spectator gates are at Gate 2 & Gate 7
  • Have your ticket ready on your phone. Screen brightness up, barcode clear and ready to scan. Printed tickets are fine too
  • Leave bags at home if you can. Entry will be quicker and your hands will be free for food, merch and photos
  • Use the right entry lane: Pre-Purchased, Platinum Fastlane, Buy on the Day or Already Wristbanded

Accessibility Drop Off & Pick Up

If you require accessibility drop-off or pick-up assistance for Street Machine Summernats 38, our ticketing team can help.

For personalised guidance, access requirements or any additional accessibility information, please get in touch via the link below and they’ll assist you directly.

What To Bring

For a smooth and easy day, we recommend bringing:

• Your ticket

• Your phone

• Photo identification

• A small bag

• Sunscreen and a hat

• Earplugs or ear protection

• A refillable plastic or metal water bottle

• A fun and positive attitude

Water Refill Stations

You are welcome to bring your own bottled water or water container and refill at the free water stations around the venue. Glass containers are not permitted. Check the venue map for refill locations below.

Sunscreen & Sun Safety

It’s set to be a warm weekend in Canberra, so please bring sunscreen and a hat to stay sun smart.

FREE sunscreen will also be available at the Information Booth.

Safety & Etiquette

Summernats is all about good times, great cars and an atmosphere everyone can enjoy. Help us keep it that way by following a few simple rules:

  • Look, Don't Touch: Entrants spend countless hours on their cars. Admire them without laying a hand.
  • Respect others: Treat fellow fans, staff and entrants with courtesy so everyone enjoys the show.
  • No bad behaviour: Antisocial or aggressive conduct won’t be tolerated and may see you removed.
  • Kids with guardians: All under-18s must be always accompanied by a parent or guardian.
  • Follow directions: Security and staff are there for your safety. Please listen and cooperate.
  • Drink smart: Enjoy the licensed bars but keep it sensible and stay in the spirit of the event.
  • Keep it tidy: Use bins provided and help keep EPIC clean for all spectators.

Summernats is a celebration of car culture, community and horsepower. Treat each other and the cars with respect, and the party will be bigger and better for everyone.

Spectator & Ticket FAQs

FAQS & Help

Got a question about tickets? Check our FAQs and you will most likely find the answer you need. If you cannot find it there, contact our team and we will get back to you as soon as possible.