Truck shows aren’t just a fantastic way to bring the transport community together – they also raise money and awareness for important causes.
The upcoming ‘She Won’t Be Right Mate’ show, held at Yarra Glen Racecourse in Victoria on November 23, highlights one of the most pressing issues for truckies – mental health.
Raising money for Eastern Health Hospital’s mental health department, the event features a car and bike show, live music, food trucks, free kids’ activities, a raffle, racing simulators and much more.
Trucks have also attended the show in the past, and show director Marcus Reeves would love to see more this year. For more information, contact Marcus on shewontberightmate@gmail.com.
NOVEMBER
Horsham Truck Show
November 2-3, 2024
Horsham, VIC
This year’s Horsham Truck Show promises a great weekend, with a large display of rigs from all around Australia, live music from Allan Webster, Don Costa and the Austins, a kids’ corner, food trucks, trade stalls and more. Proceeds will be donated to Wimmera Against Cancer in Kids (WACK). Truck entry is $50, general admission $10, students aged 16 and under $5.
Brisbane Convoy for Kids
November 2, 2024
Brisbane, QLD
The Brisbane Convoy for Kids is back, with a parade of trucks making the trip from Larapinta to the Redcliffe Showgrounds – all for a very good cause. After the convoy, the rigs will line up for a truck show, with multiple trophies up for grabs. Attendees can also expect plenty of family fun, with entertainment for young and old.
Ulverstone Truck and Car Show
November 2, 2024
Ulverstone Showgrounds, TAS
Truckies, ute and car enthusiasts are welcome to bring their vehicles along to the Ulverstone Truck and Car Show 2024. Entry by donation. For more information contact Kevin Hind on 0477940476.
Goulburn Convoy for Kids
November 9, 2024
Goulburn, NSW
The annual Goulburn Convoy for Kids and carnival day will take place on November 9, with vehicles departing at 10am sharp from Goulburn Gateway service station (North Goulburn) and ending up at Goulburn Racetrack (Braidwood Road). Truck entry is $60, which includes a showbag for each truck. This year, cars and utes are also welcome to join the convoy. Entry for cars/utes is $60 with a showbag or $20 without.
Historic Commercial Vehicle Club Display Day
November 10, 2024
Yarra Glen, VIC
Fans of retro rigs are in for a treat at the Historic Commercial Vehicle Club Display Day. Attendees can check out rows of vintage trucks and cars, while there’s also plenty to keep the kids busy, from face painting to a petting zoo. Public admission $10, children under 14 free, camping $20. BBQ and pizza on Saturday night – BYO drinks. Entry from 3pm on Saturday August 9. All vehicles must be in by 9.30am on Sunday.
Dane Ballinger Memorial Truck Show
November 16, 2024
Bathurst Showgrounds, NSW
The Dane Ballinger Memorial Truck Show is back this year, with plenty to see and do for the whole family – including over 200 market stalls, food stalls, entertainment and kids’ rides. For more information email info@bathursttruckshow.com.au
Rudd’s Pub mental health event
November 16, 2024
Rudd’s Pub, 45 Tooth Street, Nobby, QLD
The local trucking community will come together for a special event, raising money for mental health charity Our House Our Haven. Organised by the West Brook Truck Drivers Association, together with Rudd’s Pub, there will great food, raffles, auctions, a beard shave-off, live entertainment and more.
Entry is $10. Tickets available at the door. Entry fee includes a steak burger or sausage – along with entry to be in the running for a $500 debit card for the first 300 people to arrive. The event will run from 9am until late.
Mount Gambier Family Truck Show
November 30, 2024
Mount Gambier Showgrounds, SA
The Mount Gambier Family Truck Show is back, kicking off with a convoy from Penola to Mount Gambier, with more than 80 prime movers expected to take part. Back at the Mount Gambier Showgrounds, attendees can enjoy a gold coin entry family fun day from 10.30am to 3.30pm, raising funds for the less fortunate within the community.
JANUARY 2025
Geelong Classic Truck and Machinery Show
January 11-12, 2025
Geelong Showgrounds
The Geelong Classic is back, featuring trucks, classic cars and bikes, vintage tractors and steam engines. Various clubs will also be in attendance, from Lego Club to Model Clubs. Entry for adults is $15, kids under 15 and exhibitors go free.
January 25, 2025
Victoria Park, Koroit
Koroit comes alive at its annual truck show with a large truck display, motorcycle performance, state wood chopping competition, live music, market stalls and more. Don’t miss the popular truckie sprint and the tug of war!
FEBRUARY 2025
Lardner Park Heritage Vehicle Display
February 1-2, 2025
Lardner Park, VIC
The dates have been set for next year’s Lardner Park Heritage Vehicle Display. Historic, classic and veteran vehicles (25 years and older) are welcome, from trucks and cars to tractors, motorbikes, caravans and more.
APRIL 2025
Trucking Australia 2025
April 17-19, 2025
Adelaide, SA
Trucking Australia will return in April 2025 – and this time it’s coming to Adelaide. Information on ticket sales will be available on the ATA webpage and through the ATA’s weekly newsletter from November 2024.
Have you got an event you’d like included in the next Save the Date? Email all the details to kayla.walsh@primecreative.com.au