What’s on at MotorFest 2024?

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MotorFest 2024 offers something for everyone! Experience a day filled with exciting entertainment!

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The Future Zone – what’s new for 2024!

Test-drive the future: electric vehicles (EVs)

Experience the future of driving firsthand with our new EV test drive experience! Attendees will enjoy a 15-minute test drive on a pre-determined route around the showgrounds, offering a unique opportunity to feel the power and excitement of battery-powered vehicles in action. We have secured a number of renowned brands/vehicles, with exciting additions to come.

Explore cutting-edge displays

We’ll have vehicle displays from renowned brands such as BMW, BYD, , Kia, MG, Mini and Polestar offering a glimpse into the future of motoring. Test-ride a range of e-bikes and e-scooters for a thrilling ride through the Future Zone, adding an extra layer of excitement to the MotorFest experience.

Celebrate 60 years of the Ford Mustang

Embark on a journey through automotive history with a spectacular showcase of the iconic Ford Mustang, celebrating its 60th anniversary with over 80 Mustangs spanning six decades on display from Mustang Owners Club Australia - Qld.

Visit the RACQ Hub and play to win

The RACQ Hub is an immersive, interactive experience focusing on RACQ's commitment to sustainability and future transportation. It addresses consumer barriers like range anxiety by showcasing the Queensland electric superhighway, demonstrating RACQ's role in developing charging infrastructure to support electric vehicle adoption. There will be a reaction style game based on the superhighway where players will have the chance to win the major prize; a SIXT EV rental car for 3 days and a $500 accommodation voucher*. Be sure to visit the hub and play for your chance to win!

See the historic RACQ Rambler

Delve into the past as we display a single-cylinder Rambler from RACQ’s historic vehicle fleet. Get an up-close look at this beloved classic as we celebrate its 120th anniversary. The rambler will be on display alongside a number of other vehicles from RACQ’s Historic Fleet.

Watch the best of the best compete

Discover displays from various Queensland automobile clubs and witness the announcement of MotorFest award winners, including the prestigious Judge’s Choice winner and this year we’re bringing back our Best Dressed Competition celebrating fashion through the ages.

Activities and fun for the whole family

Watch the best-dressed fashion parade on the main stage, groove to live music from 1-3pm and enjoy free kids’ rides and face painting. Be delighted by roving entertainment, including stilt walkers, acrobats, and a jazz band. There’s something for everyone to enjoy!

MotorFest event badge

Grab your limited edition MotorFest 2024 vehicle badge from the main arena. Badges are $20 and stock are limited. This year the badge will feature the Ford Mustang on one side and RACQ’s Rambler on the other.

Event Program

Time

What

10:00am

Gates open

10:30am

Welcome to Country

11:00am

Opening remarks from RACQ President Leona Murphy

11:10am

New RACQ historic vehicle unveiling

11:15am

Awards ceremony

12:00 noon

Best dressed fashion show

12:30pm - 1:30pm

Meet a former State of Origin legend for an autograph and selfie at the RACQ Mobile Member Centre

12:45pm - 2:45pm

Live music

3:00pm

Vehicle cavalcade – head to the grandstands or line the footpaths to watch all the vehicles exit the venue.

Things to note

*Competition terms and conditions apply. The competition is open to Australian permanent residents only, must have a valid driver’s licence aged 18 and over. Players under 18 can nominate their guardian. Players must accept TCs & Privacy policy on the game screen to be eligible for prize. View full terms and conditions.