Find every car event happening in and around Melbourne, VIC — cars and coffee mornings, car meets, car shows, track days and cruises. 16 upcoming events are listed right now. RSVP free, see who's going, and list your own event for the Melbourne car community.
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ENTRIES ARE NOW OPEN. One chapter ends and the next begins at Sandown. Round 2 of the ARDC Australian Production Car Endurance Series takes place at Sandown over 7 to 9 August 2026. This is the Sandown 3 Hour event. Entries are currently available. For questions, contact [email protected]
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Classic cars from the 60s, 70s, 80s and 90s at Lorbek Luxury Cars, Port Melbourne. No food vans, no shops. Just cars, culture, and a proper atmosphere. Daily drivers park outside so the good stuff stays front and centre.
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Ronnie Mac is coming to Melbourne. The event takes place at Rod Laver Arena on Saturday, August 8th, 2026. Uncleronnie69 and Freestylekings are hosting this gathering together.
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Classic Muscle Cars and Coffee A monthly gathering for car enthusiasts. The event runs on the second Sunday of each month, weather permitting. What to expect: Browse a selection of classic and muscle cars on display. Talk with other car fans about vehicles, history, and specifications. Connect with Melbourne's car community across multiple clubs. Location: Bonnie and Duke Cafe, 262 Lorimer St, Port Melbourne. The cafe opens on Sundays and offers ample parking. Important: This is a public meet-up. Attendees are responsible for their own safety and belongings. Sensible behavior is required. Dangerous driving will be reported to police. Victoria Police are aware of these monthly events.
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# FIA Girls on Track - Pathways at Michelin A new event is joining the FIA Girls on Track - Pathways calendar in August at Michelin. This opportunity is for young women aged 15-22 who are interested in media, partnerships, marketing or PR. If any of these areas appeal to you, we'd like to hear from you.
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# August Car Meet and Dinner Join us for the final car meet of the season. Cold weather won't stop the fun. Come enjoy tables, heaters, quality food, and great company in a welcoming atmosphere. **When and Where** Friday, August 14th, 2026 Brownstone Micro Brewery, Dandenong 7PM onwards **What to Expect** Giveaways and a merchandise table. Every vehicle welcome, including bikes. VIP parking available out front. Full food and drinks menu available. The event runs rain or shine. **Rules** No hooning or revving. All other car enthusiasts are welcome.
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TWO DAYS OF RACING AT SANDOWN: Finally, a Saturday and Sunday event where you can experience driving on one of Australia's most famous circuits. The track still uses its original layout.
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**Clearview Accessories Open Day** Clearview Accessories is marking 20 years in business with a public open day. Everyone is welcome. **When and where** Saturday 15th August at the Clearview Accessories warehouse in Craigieburn, VIC. **What to expect** The day celebrates 4WD, touring and adventure gear. Families of all ages can attend. You'll see live demonstrations and hands-on displays of new products. Industry partners will have fully equipped touring vehicles on show for inspiration. A pre-loved and scratch and dent sale will offer discounted items. Food and coffee trucks will be on site. There's a spin-to-win game with prizes. Guest appearances will be announced closer to the date.
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Toyota, Lexus, Hino and Daihatsu Car Show Winterfest is back in 2026. The event takes place on August 16 at the Centre of Excellence in Altona. Entry costs $5 for members and $10 for non-members if you register online before the event. Entry on the day is $15 for everyone. This year's event supports Rydaroadsafety, an organisation that runs driver training programs for young people. Autoglymau is sponsoring the show. The display is open to Toyotas, Lexus vehicles, Hinos, Daihatsus, and any cars powered by their engines. All car enthusiasts are welcome to attend as spectators.
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Melbürg Luft Yarra Valley Cruise Day 16th August 2026 Meet at 9am at Webb Street carpark in Warrandyte River Reserve. Before we depart, grab a coffee from one of these nearby cafes. Warrandyte Bakery, Now and Not Yet Cafe, or Coca Moon Cafe are all options. We leave at 10:00am. First stop is Yarra Valley Dairy. You can enjoy coffee, hot chocolate, and cheese here. We depart at 11:30am for our second stop. Regroup at Launching Place Hotel carpark. The day finishes with lunch at Warburton Alpine Hotel.
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This monthly car meet happens on the third Sunday at Federal Mills in North Geelong. All vehicles are welcome. Classic cars, muscle cars, modern builds, modified rides, bikes, and anything else on wheels can participate. You're invited whether you want to display your vehicle or simply walk around and look. The event offers coffee and breakfast from on-site cafés. There's also a vintage market to explore. It's a relaxed morning where car lovers can chat and connect. Geelong Motoring Enthusiasts Inc. organizes Caffeine & Gasoline each month. Committee members from the club are present at every event. Feel free to approach them if you'd like information about joining the club, upcoming cruises, or future events.
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Broadford Cars and Coffee happens on the third Sunday of each month, from 9am to noon. The event takes place in the High Street precinct at the northern end of town, between Stuty's Bakehouse and the Mitchell Shire Offices. All car and motorcycle enthusiasts are welcome. This is a family-friendly event open to any make and model. The gathering runs regardless of weather or public holidays. You choose whether to attend each month. Visit one of Broadford's local cafes or eateries for refreshments while you browse the parked vehicles on display. It's a relaxed opportunity to reconnect with friends or meet other car and bike lovers. Since the event occupies public roads, please follow all traffic rules and respect any parking restrictions or time limits in the area. You're welcome to invite family and friends along.
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The National 4x4 Outdoors Show opens on Friday 21 August 2026 at 10:00 in Melbourne, VIC. The event is listed under the track day category, bringing together four-wheel drive enthusiasts for a dedicated outdoor and off-road focused occasion.
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WILLY LAPS A rolling cruise for cars and bikes through Williamstown. Held on the last Saturday of every month, Saturday late afternoon into evening. SCHEDULE Premeet at Amart Campbellfield at 4:00pm. Departure at 4:30pm sharp. Five loud horn blasts signal the start to move. The route goes via Western Ring Road (no tolls), through Sunshine Maccas at 4:50pm for anyone joining from that side of town, then to Nelson Place in Williamstown around 5:10pm. From 5pm onwards, laps and parking happen at Nelson Place. WHAT TO EXPECT Show off your ride with a steady cruise through picturesque Williamstown as the sun goes down. Park up, grab food, then cruise again. Take photos and rolling video if you like. VEHICLES WELCOME All cars and bikes are welcome. Classics, hot rods, custom, JDM, rat rods, supercars and daily drivers all fit in. DETAILS Free entry community get-together. No entry fee or tickets required. Come, stay and leave whenever suits you. Bring friends and family. Photographers and YouTubers will be on site capturing content. If you want to eat at Williamstown restaurants, please book your table in advance. Parking fees may apply. IMPORTANT This is a roadworthy vehicle event. Follow all road rules and laws. No burnouts or silly behaviour. Respect each other, their rides and public spaces. Use the bins. By attending, you accept responsibility for yourself and release organisers from liability. You consent to photos of you, your family and vehicle being published on social media.
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Join us on the first Sunday of each month starting at 9am. Bring your vehicle and spend time with fellow car enthusiasts. Local cafes offer coffee and food for purchase.
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Bring your family and friends and enjoy all makes of cars, great company and unbeatable atmosphere. Features acai bowls and professional barista coffee. All makes welcome. No hooning or illegal activity.
Fastlane Cars & Coffee is a car meet taking place on Sunday 2 August 2026 from 10:00 at Infinity Automobiles, located at 5 Lake Drive in Dingley Village, VIC.
# Drive Against Depression Charity Event with John Bowe Join us on Sunday 2nd August for a day celebrating Australian motorsport and supporting mental health awareness. John Bowe will participate in an intimate Q&A session, discussing his racing career, his work with Premcar (formerly Prodrive) developing Australia's most iconic performance cars, his personal mental health journey, and his new book. John Bowe and Premcar will donate 100% of proceeds from all signed books sold that day to Drive Against Depression. The event includes: • Behind-the-scenes access to Premcar's engineering facility • Live Q&A with John Bowe and special guests • A scenic drive route selected by John Bowe, based on routes he used during his testing and development work with Premcar and Prodrive • Two-course lunch at Rochford Wines This is an opportunity to learn about automotive engineering, hear directly from a motorsport legend, and support mental health initiatives within a welcoming community. Tickets are available now and strictly limited. Once sold out, no additional places will be released.
Rollracing + Drags Champ Series Round 2 has been postponed. The weather forecast for this weekend is not suitable for racing. Saturday will be wet and cold, with Sunday remaining very cold. Even light drizzle creates unsafe track conditions. This event is scheduled during Melbourne's winter season, and this particular week is colder and more unpredictable than normal. What happens next. All pre-entries will automatically transfer to the rescheduled date on Sunday 2nd August. If you prefer a refund instead, contact us with a private message and we will process it for you. Thank you for your understanding and continued support.
Highball in the Mall Cars n' Coffee A Cars n' Coffee event with a Mad Max theme. When: Sunday, August 2 Time: 8am to 12pm Location: The Mall Join us for this themed gathering of car enthusiasts. Bring your vehicle or come to browse and enjoy the morning with fellow car lovers.
The Marque Collective in Moorabbin on South Road runs a casual cars and coffee gathering. The event runs from 8am to 11am and welcomes families. Coffee is served on-site. You'll see a wide range of vehicles here, from supercars and classics to muscle cars, JDM models, European performance cars, and everyday vehicles. For inquiries, contact [email protected]
Classic car and automotive parts swap meet. Sellers can set up from 7am. Vendor sites are 6m x 6m and cost $20 each, available on a first-come, first-served basis. Homeware and plastic car parts are not permitted. The event is held at the former Rubber Connection location. Buyers are welcome from 8.30am with a $2 entry fee. Food and drink are available for purchase on-site. For details, contact [email protected] or Trav at 0401027012.
Celebrating a 17th Birthday with a Car Meet and Cruise Stop 1: Greensborough Baseball Club Meet at the car park (entry via Manfred Street) from 3PM to 4:30PM. Stop 2: Kebab Kingz Campbellfield Cruise to this venue from 4:30PM for dinner until 7:30PM. Car club deals are available. Stop 3: That's Alotta Donuts Final stop for dessert. Order donuts, milkshakes, hot chocolate or lattes. The shop is open until midnight, so you can stay as long as you like. After this, you're free to head home or do your own thing. House Rules No illicit substances. No reckless driving. No burnouts. No disrespect. Come along for what promises to be a great night out.
The MG Car Club hosts a relaxed cars and coffee gathering each morning at the Shannons Showroom in Melbourne. Classic British vehicles take centre stage, including Morris Minor, Triumph, Jaguar, Austin Healey and MG models. Free coffee is available for the first 100 visitors, served from an on-site van. The event runs from 9am to 12pm.
A casual morning gathering for classic car enthusiasts. Several car clubs bring their vehicles to meet with the MG Car Club of Victoria. Enjoy coffee and conversation while browsing a collection of well-maintained classic cars. The event is held under cover. For more information, contact Ian on 0411 180 242.
Boosted Classics is hosting its first monthly dinner in collaboration with Street Spec Society at Kebab Kingz Campbellfield on Friday, 31 July 2026, starting at 6:30 PM. All makes and models are welcome, making it an open night for fans of classic, modified, and performance vehicles. It is a family-friendly social event centred on food, conversation, and the car community. Attendees are expected to keep things respectful, with no hooning, burnouts, or reckless driving permitted.
Join us at the Ferntree Gully Hotel for Rats Tatts n Pinups Show'n'Shine and Rockabilly Party. This is our first event at this venue. Expect a spectacular car show with classic vehicles on display. Pretty girls and cool guys welcome. Live entertainment includes Rhiz and The Sugarplums, The Ezra Lee Show, and AXIL DJ KOMBI providing music for the Show'n'Shine.
Lowrider Cars and Coffee is a car meet taking place on Sunday 26 July 2026, starting at 09:00. The event is held at 168 Bamfield Road in Heidelberg Heights, VIC.
