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2026 GT World Challenge Australia GT Festival Phillip Island

Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit, Phillip Island, Australia27–29 Mar 2026Weekend

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The 2027 edition runs 16 to 18 April.

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Why You Should Go

The 2026 season opener of Australia's premier GT3 championship on one of the world's great coastal circuits.

Format

Three-Day Event

Crowd

GT racing fans, families & weekend travellers

Vibe

Festival weekend, Season opener

About This Event

Season opener of the 2026 GT World Challenge Australia powered by AWS, run as GT Festival Phillip Island on March 27-29, 2026. Rounds 1 & 2 of Australia's premier GT3 championship headline the Shannons SpeedSeries bill at the Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit, a fast, flowing 4.445km coastal layout in Victoria. Manufacturer-backed GT3 machinery from Aston Martin, Audi, Ferrari, Lamborghini, McLaren, Mercedes-AMG and Porsche contests two 60-minute races, supported by Monochrome GT4 Australia and a full SpeedSeries support card.

1What to Expect

Rounds 1 & 2 of the 2026 GT World Challenge Australia powered by AWS season, run by SRO Motorsports Australia
Two 60-minute GT3 races with driver changes, one per round, deciding the opening championship points of the year
Headlines the Shannons SpeedSeries weekend with Monochrome GT4 Australia and other support categories for near-continuous track action
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Phillip Island is one of the world's great fast, flowing circuits, set on coastal clifftops with ocean views from the fences
Season-opening form matters: new driver pairings and Pro-Am line-ups show their hand for the first time

2Best Way to Experience It

  • Arrive Friday for practice to enjoy open paddock access and watch teams shake down the new-season cars
  • Watch from the outside of Doohan Corner or the hill at Lukey Heights for the best views of GT3 cars at speed
  • Use the official timetable, entry list and spotter guide from the series website to follow the multi-class field

About the Venue

The venue

Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit

  • 4.45 km
  • Opened 1956
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3Logistics

  • Venue: Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit, 381 Back Beach Rd, Ventnor VIC 3922, about 90 minutes from Melbourne
  • Tickets are sold via the SpeedSeries/Eventbrite links on the official event page; kids' entry is typically free or discounted
  • Island weather changes quickly — bring layers and rain protection even in autumn
  • Combine the weekend with Phillip Island's beaches, lookouts and the famous Penguin Parade

4Frequently Asked Questions

  • Best fit if you value season openers: Rounds 1 & 2 of 12 set the tone for the 2026 GT3 title fight, with new driver pairings and Pro-Am battles revealed for the first time.
  • Best fit if you love classic circuits: Phillip Island's fast, flowing coastal layout is regularly rated among the world's best, and GT3 machinery suits it perfectly.
  • Best fit if you want an affordable GT weekend: general admission is accessible, paddock access is open, and the full SpeedSeries card fills all three days.
  • Not ideal if you want big-city convenience: the island is about 90 minutes from Melbourne with limited accommodation, so book early or plan day trips.

5Cost Breakdown

Tickets are sold via the SpeedSeries and Eventbrite links on the official event page, with single-day and weekend general admission typically priced accessibly and paddock access included. Additional costs include travel to Phillip Island, on-site parking or camping fees set by the venue, and food and merchandise. Accommodation on the island is limited and books out early on race weekends.

Tags

Multi Day EventCircuit RacingMercedes-AMGAudiSupercarsFerrariLamborghiniMcLarenAston MartinBehind the ScenesPorscheEndurance RacingFamilies

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