Schedule in the best truck shows and events of 2024

Discover what the second half of 2024 has in store for all you truck enthusiasts out there! Schedule in some truck shows and events to your calendar from our detailed list of must visits, keeping the rest of your year packed with networking, excitement and fun. Explore trucks of all shapes and sizes, old and new, from all over our states and territories, experience Australia’s best kept trucks!

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Megatrans

September 18-19, 2024. Melbourne, VIC.

Leaders from across the supply chain will gather in Melbourne to discuss the future of the logistics industry at MEGATRANS, an integrated trade exhibition and conference showcasing the full freight and logistics supply chain, spanning warehousing and logistics, through to multimodal freight and final mile delivery.

For further details and tickets, see the website at www.megatrans.com.au

Clarendon Classic Machinery, Truck & Hobby Show (Kenworth Klassic)

September 21-22. Clarendon, NSW.

The Hawkesbury Showgrounds will come alive when the annual Kenworth Klassic Truck Show and the Model & Hobby Show rolls into town.

The family friendly two day event includes a great display of restored tractors, and stationary engines, vintage cars, trucks, bikes, antique tools.

There will also be a wide range of exhibits for all the family to enjoy including models, collectables, art and craft, historical displays, classic vehicles, implement demonstrations, kid’s amusement rides (free with entry) and a Tractor & Vehicle Trek on Sunday Morning.

For more information go to www.sydneyantiquemachineryclub.com/rally-2024.html or

https://www.facebook.com/groups/613874182126665/

Young Big Rigs Truck Show

September 22, 2024. Young, NSW.

Set for its third year, the Young Truck & Bike Show is set to go off once again.

Prime movers and rigids, cars and motorbikes are urged to roll in to the grounds, yet no trailers can be accommodated.

Prizes will be awarded for the best looking rigs.

Further Information and entry forms with T&C at Facebook Young Show Society or Website www.youngshow.com.au, youngshowsociety1@gmail.com Ph 0435953580

Gold Coast Truck Show

September 29, 2024. Mudgeeraba Showgrounds, Worongary, QLD.

The Gold Coast Truck Show combines with the GC Car & Bike Show to form three exhibitions in one at Mudgeeraba Showgrounds (exit 77 off the M1). All trucks enter Gate 3 at the back gate of the Showgrounds on Worongary Rd, Worongary from 6:30am Sunday September 29, 2024. Trophy presentations from 12.45pm centre stage.

OCTOBER

The Wauchope Yesteryear Truck and Machinery Club

October 4-7, 2024. Wauchope, NSW.

Held at the Wauchope Showground, this year’s event has been moved to October with plans for a bigger show. Classic and new trucks, tractors and on show, food and drink available (no Saturday night dinner).

For further info email wytmc.inc@hotmail.com or see the Wauchope Yesteryear Truck & Machinery Club Inc Facebook page.

Lights On The Hill Convoy

October 5 & 6, 2024. Gatton, QLD.

Trucks leave both Brisbane (Mica St Carole Park) and Toowoomba (Brown and Hurley Carrington Road) at 9.30am, and the Toowoomba convoy should start arriving at Gatton from approximately 10.30am. With live music, kids rides, market and trade stalls and of course a truck show, there is something for everyone.

Admission:

Truck convoy registration: $60

Adult: $25

Children (6-15): $15

Family (2 adults + 2 children): $70

For more information visit https://lightsonthehill.com.au/

Truckies Against Bullying: Truck, Car and Bike Show

October 5-6, 2024. Prince of Wales Showgrounds, Bendigo, VIC.

Truckies Against Bullying are back with another great show this year, featuring plenty of trucks, cars and bikes to feast your eyes on. The fun kicks off with a convoy through Bendigo, while back at the showgrounds you can enjoy market and trade stalls, kids’ rides, food and drink, live music, and face painting.

For more information, email truckiesagainstbullying@yahoo.com, call Andrew on 0484 912 382 or Sandy on her mobile 0499 241 605.

Ivanhoe Dry Times Truck, Tractor, Car & Bike Show

October 5-6, 2024. Sahara Oval, Ivanhoe, NSW.

The Ivanhoe Dry Times Truck, Tractor, Car & Bike Show is a family-friendly weekend event. As well as the vehicles on display, attendees can look forward to a tractor pull, auction, stalls and more.

For more information, contact Allan on the mobile, 0447 953 982.

Top Gun Truck & Car Show

October 6, 2024. Kyneton Racecourse, VIC.

Sunday October 6 plays host to the Top Gun Truck and Car show at Kyneton Racecourse.

This is a fundraising event, with all proceeds going to the Cancer Council. Trucks and cars from every vintage are welcome, and must register prior to the event.

For more information see https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1270147

One Brighter Day

October 6, 2024. Whittlesea Showgrounds, VIC.

This family event features a car, truck and motorbike show, as well as live music, entertainment, food and more.
Entry is free, with any money raised on the day going towards children’s charities.

For more information email info@brighterdays.org.au

Boort Truck Show

October 12, 2024. Boort, VIC.

Held in conjunction with the Boort A&P Society Show the 2024 Boort Truck Show will offer plenty of entertainment and a great selection of trucks.

There will be prizes on offer across a range of categories.

To find our more visit the Boort Truck Show Facebook page, phone Heath on 0428 382 725 or email heathsaunders@outlook.com

Matty Hillcoat’s Truckies’ Day Out

October 12, 2024. Gympie, Queensland.

Held at the Gympie Showgrounds, Matty Hillcoat’s Truckies’ Day Out kicks off at 9am and runs until late.

Attendees can enjoy a truck show and parade, show ‘n’ shine display, timber sports, a tractor pull, a vintage machinery display, kids’ amusements, music and more.

Entry is $25 for trucks (including one adult) and $20 per adult, with concession $15, kids $5, and kids under five going free.

For more information email khillcoat@riversgift.org

Camp Quality Convoy Perth

October 13, 2024. Perth, WA.

Save the date for this event from the Camp Quality Convoy Team.

For more information phone 1300 662 2670 or email convoy@campquality.org.au

Urana Vintage Rally and Truck Show

October 19 and 20, Urana, NSW

Held at Victoria Park, Urana, and organised by the Urana Vintage Machinery Club Inc, the Urana Vintage Rally & Truck Show includes a Vintage Tractor Trek, and a Twilight Tractor Pull on Saturday, and a truck show and shine on the Sunday, along with a fete in aid of the local hospital.

Free camping and showers available on site.

Admission: $10 adults, children under 16 free.

Contacts: Gary Baffsky 0408 683 111, Justin Livingstone 0423 319 488 or email uvmcinc@gmail.com

Beaudesert Heritage Truck Show

October 19 and 20, 2024. Beaudesert, QLD.

Held at the Beaudesert Showgrounds this truck show is on from 10am to 4pm on Saturday and 9am to 2.30pm on Sunday. All exhibitors must complete a pre-registration form, found here: https://heritagetruckassociation.com.au/2024-beaudesert-heritage-truck-show/ and provide evidence of public liability. Exhibitors and one passenger are free entry.

The show will feature a static display of heritage trucks, tractors and cars, various trade stalls and food vans.

Admission: $10.

Contact Mark on 0448 111 105 or John on 0477 499 530 or see www.heritagetruckassociation.com.au

Ross Transport 2024 Open Day

October 20, 2024. Ross Transport Depot, Port Kembla, NSW.

Ross Transport is holding its first ever open day to raise funds for its lead truck bid for the upcoming Illawarra Convoy. The fun will include face painters, a balloon twister, Spiderman and other characters, Little Big Rigs Sydney, and a BBQ. Get up close to some of Ross Transport’s most famous trucks, including Truely Frantastic and Bluey, and learn from a safety demonstration about blind spot awareness.

For more information see https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1279142

Technical and Maintenance Conference

October 21-23, 2024. Docklands, Melbourne.

The Australian Trucking Association’s annual Technical and Maintenance Conference is back. As the trucking industry’s premier national gathering of technical professionals, fleet and workshop managers, technical regulators, mechanics and service technicians, TMC is your chance to stay up to date, avoid breakdowns, and potentially save thousands of dollars through better maintenance and purchasing.

Learn from the industry’s best through technical workshops, demonstrations and training, check out the latest industry products and services at the TMC EXPO, build your connections with the ATA’s interactive networking program and celebrate the industry’s best at the Castrol Awards Dinner.

Deniliquin Truck Show & Industry Expo

October 26, 2024. Denilquin, NSW.

Held at the Deniliquin Race Club each year this event promises a wide range of trucks on show, awards, entertainment and the chance to visit the Deniliquin & District Industry Wall of Fame and Memorial Wall to pay tribute to local industry greats, past and present.

Details are still being finalised. Contact John Creenaune on 0439 790 116, email admin@denitruckshow.com.au or visit www.denitruckshow.com.au

Sydney Convoy for Kids

October 27, 2024. Hawkesbury Showground, Clarendon, NSW.

The Sydney Convoy for Kids is fast approaching. This year, hundreds of trucks will depart from Sydney Dragway, heading to the Hawkesbury Showground for a family fun day. Attendees can look forward to food and drink, a raffle, a massive auction and more. Proceeds from the day will go towards NETS Ambulance Service and Kidzfix.

For more information, contact Mark Smallwood on 0414 471 341.

Pioneers’ Show and Shine

October 27, 2024. Luddenham Showgrounds, NSW.

The Pioneer Timber Cutters Club are hosting a Show and Shine at Luddenham Showgrounds, with four trophies up for grabs: People’s Choice under 4.5gvm, Entrants’ Choice under 4.5gvm, People’s Choice over 4.5gvm and Entrants’ Choice over 4.5gvm.

The show is open to trucks, cars, bikes and tractors, at just $5 per vehicle. Entry is $5 per adult, and free for kids under 16. All proceeds go to the Leukemia Foundation, Black Dog, and Motor Neuron Disease. Other entertainment on the day will include a chainsaw race display at 11am, a jumping castle for kids, and a sausage sizzle. Gates open 7.30am, exhibitors, 8am, public.

For more information phone Jamie on 0408 964 249 or Shane on 0418 248 075.

Callington Truck Show

October 27, 2024. Callington, SA.

The Callington A&H Society has introduced a truck show element to the annual Callington Show, with cash, prizes and rosettes up for grabs across six categories. Trucks must be at the grounds between 6am and 7am for parking around the outside of the back oval. Entries will be capped at 15 per class by September 15.

NOVEMBER

Brisbane Convoy for Kids

November 2, 2024. Brisbane, QLD.

The annual fundraiser sees hundreds of trucks travel from Larapinta to Redcliffe and the organisers are planning something “a little different” this year.

Entries are now open for the Truck Show at the end of the convoy, when the trucks gather, the live entertainment rolls out and the fireworks lighten up the skyline.

For more information see www.brisbaneconvoyforkids.com.au/bc4k-truck-show/

Horsham Truck Show

November 2-3, 2024. Horsham, VIC.

The lively town of Horsham is set to be overrun with trucks at the Horsham Showgrounds. With live music, stalls, bar and plenty of food, there is something for everyone. Bring your truck to the judging or join the Sunday Convoy for Kids. Truck entry is $50.

Admission: Adults $10, student 12-16 $5 and children under 12 free.

Mullumbimby Truck Show

November 9, 2024. Mullumbimby Showground, NSW

Held in conjunction with the annual Mullumbimby Agricultural Show. Truck registrations open from 9am at the Mullumbimby Industrial Estate off Manns Rd. Drivers to register their vehicles before the truck parade through town at 11am, travelling through town to the showgrounds. All the attractions of a country show including sideshow alley, rides, food vans, full bar facilities and live music. Other features include horse and cattle events including trotting.

For further truck show info see the registration form at www.mullumbimbyshow.org.au or phone Mark on 0427 634 903 or email wardysmachinerycentre@gmail.com

Goulburn Convoy for Kids

November 9, 2024. Goulburn, NSW.

Convoy for Kids Goulburn will be celebrating its 25th birthday!

Come and enjoy a day packed with delicious food, exciting rides, interactive activities, fantastic entertainment, and so much more!

They will be attempting to break the record for the most trucks in a convoy, ending at Goulburn Showground with an extraordinary carnival for the whole family you won’t want to miss.

For more information visit https://www.facebook.com/C4KGoulburn

Dane Ballinger Memorial Truck Show

November 16, 2024. Bathurst, NSW.

Combined with the Bathurst Swap Meet Car and Bike Show the annual truck show at Bathurst Showgrounds will feature more than 200 market stalls, food stalls, entertainment and children’s rides.

For more information see www.bathursttruckshow.com.au or email info@bathursttruckshow.com.au

Illawarra Convoy

November 17, 2024. Illawarra, NSW.

This year marks the 20^th year of the i98FM Illawara Convoy. What started as a convoy of trucks and motorbikes in 2004 with the aim of raising $20,000 for kids and their families living with cancer has evolved into one of the biggest fundraisers for the Illawarra and South Coast community each year. Last year’s event saw 633 bikes and 779 trucks roll out, raising $2.85 million in the process.

To donate, enter or find out more, see www.illawarraconvoy.com.au

36^th Castlemaine Rotary Truck Show

November 23-24, 2024. Castlemaine, VIC.

Planning will commence in July for this year’s event with expressions of interest for Sponsors and Trade Exhibitors to go out in August.

To keep in touch with the show news, go to www.rotarycastlemaine.org.au and select Truck Show on the Events tab. From there you are able to sign up for e-news updates

If you would like your upcoming event featured, send an email to tiane.gavillucci@primecreative.com.au.

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