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Automotive Festival

2026 MotorEx

Melbourne Showgrounds, Melbourne, Australia2–3 May 2026Full day

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The 2027 edition runs 1 to 2 May.

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Why You Should Go

See award-winning builds and live drift demonstrations while browsing major aftermarket exhibitors in one accessible venue.

Format

Two-Day Event

Crowd

Mixed enthusiast crowd: families, hobbyist builders, aftermarket shoppers and club groups, busiest mid-day and on Sunday for awards.

Vibe

Lively, indoor show atmosphere with loud demos, polished show cars and active trade stands.

About This Event

Australia's biggest indoor car show returns to Melbourne Showgrounds for a weekend of custom builds, live drifting displays and award presentations. The event combines themed exhibitor halls, trade stands and stunt demonstrations across two days.

Expect curated car 'Worlds' (Superstars, Drift, 4×4, Real Street), a show car concours, and the MotorEx Awards on Sunday.

1What to Expect

See hundreds of custom, classic and performance cars under one roof at Melbourne Showgrounds.

What makes it worth the trip:

  • Wide range of themed halls and live drift/stunt demonstrations you can watch up close.
  • Large trade and aftermarket presence for parts, detailing and car-care demos.
  • Official awards, special displays and opportunities to talk with builders and exhibitors.

Best way to experience it:

Arrive mid-morning to avoid the busiest entry times, follow the World-themed halls to group your interests, and leave time for the awards on Sunday. Buy general admission tickets through the official Oztix link and check exhibitor schedules for timed demonstrations.

Good to know:

  • The organiser publishes an exhibitor manual and weekend program; consult these for show entry and timing details.
  • The venue is Melbourne Showgrounds (Ascot Vale) with on-site parking and public transport options nearby.

About the Venue

Showgrounds and Parks

Melbourne Showgrounds

2Frequently Asked Questions

  • Great if you want to see a wide cross-section of custom and performance cars in one venue.
  • Great if you enjoy live drifting, stunt demonstrations and on-floor interaction with builders.
  • Great if you like browsing trade stalls for parts, detailing products and event-only offers.
  • Maybe skip if you prefer outdoor races or track-focused events over showroom-style displays.

3Cost Breakdown

Official tickets are sold via Oztix; exhibitor and entrant information is published in the event manual. No exact public ticket prices are provided here; check the organiser's site or Oztix for current fares and any VIP upgrades.

Tags

Off Road and 4x4Car DisplaysMulti Day EventPublic TransportJDMShoppingFirst TimersLive MusicNight EventCruiseWheelchair UsersHave a Goclub stand / car club areaSupercarsFood and Drink
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