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2027 Meguiar's MotorEx presented by LMCT+

Melbourne Showgrounds, Melbourne, Australia1–2 May 20272 days

Why You Should Go

Ten themed Worlds of show cars plus drifting, dyno runs and fireworks at the Showgrounds

Format

Two Day Car Show

Crowd

Car fans, builders and families, no dated visitor figure

Vibe

Two day show car festival with drift and stunts

About This Event

Meguiar's MotorEx fills Melbourne Showgrounds with more than AU$100 million worth of cars across 10 themed Worlds, from All Japan World to Drift World and Real Street. After dark festivities and fireworks carry the show into the evening.

1What to Expect

The 10 Worlds for 2027 are 4x4 World, All Japan World, Car Club World, Custom World, Drift World, Dyno World, Performance World, Portelli World, Real Street and Superstars World.
Drift action, dyno sessions and stunt shows run alongside the static displays.
Race cars, live entertainment and major vehicle unveils are on the 2027 program.
More than 100 awards and more than AU$50,000 in prizes go to the cars on show.

2Best Way to Experience It

  • Early access to 2027 spectator tickets goes to people who register on the MotorEx subscribe page.
  • A ticket covers the public event areas and the attractions included with that ticket on its valid day or days.

About the Venue

Showgrounds and Parks

Melbourne Showgrounds

See the venue guideDirections

3Nearby Accommodation

4Logistics

Getting there

Driving

  • The showgrounds are on Epsom Rd, Ascot Vale.

Public transport

  • The route 57 tram (West Maribyrnong to Elizabeth Street) stops at stop 33, Melbourne Showgrounds.
  • The showgrounds' own train station only runs during certain major events.

Rideshare and taxis

  • The drop off address is Epsom Rd, Ascot Vale VIC 3032.

Best value route

  • Craigieburn line train to Newmarket Station, then the route 57 tram away from the city to stop 33.

5Frequently Asked Questions

Suitable for kids?
Children under 12 years of age must be with a parent or guardian inside Melbourne Showgrounds. The 2027 child and youth ticket policy is confirmed when tickets go on sale.
Want to show your car?
Display entries for 2027 opened on Wednesday 29 July 2026 through the Street Machine entry page linked from the MotorEx site.

6Cost Breakdown

2027 pricesPrice
Spectator tickets on sale soon, prices not yet announced
Last verified: 5 November 2026Official link: motorex.com.au

Tags

Off Road and 4x4Car DisplaysMulti Day EventPublic TransportJDMAutomotive FestivalNight EventDriftingShows and Stunts

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