Motor racing

Motor racing


Motor racing, in various forms, is a popular pastime in Victoria. There are a number of racing tracks which stage either local or international racing events.

Race tracks

These racing tracks welcome spectators to watch race events or even join in.

Alexandra Speedway
Alexandra Speedway

A dirt racing track located on the eastern side of town with an annual racing calendar that includes sprint cars and junior racing car championships.

Location: Alexandra

www.alexandraspeedway.org.au
Avalon Raceway
Avalon Raceway

Located on the northern outskirts of Geelong, the raceway hosts a busy calendar of events throughout the year including blue ribbon sprintcar race titles.

Location: Geelong

www.avalonraceway.com.au
Bairnsdale Speedway
Bairnsdale Speedway

Situated on the outskirts of Bairnsdale at Granite Rock, the speedway hosts a number of Victorian state championship events as well as sprint cars, speed cars, hot rods and crash 'n' bash races.

Location: Bairnsdale

www.bairnsdalespeedway.com.au
Blue Ribbon Raceway
Blue Ribbon Raceway

Situated 18 kilometres north of Horsham, the raceway welcomes spectators to experience feature events and racing throughout the year culminating with a weekend carnival each June.

Location: Horsham

www.blueribbonraceway.com.au
Heathcote Park Raceway
Heathcote Park Raceway

Located north-west of Heathcote, this raceway is acclaimed for its drag racing and regular motorsport events, welcoming spectators and participants.

Location: Heathcote

www.hpr.family
Premier Speedway
Premier Speedway

One of Warrnambool's major sporting attractions, the Sungold Stadium at this speedway offers excellent facilities for competitors, spectators and officials with a calendar of regular events including the Grand Annual Sprintcar Classic.

Location: Warrnambool

www.premierspeedway.com.au
Redline Speedway
Redline Speedway

Located at Buninyong, attend one of the race meetings and see the racing cars in action.

Location: Ballarat

www.redlinespeedway.org.au
Rosedale Speedway
Rosedale Speedway

A speedway of national standard, it hosts sprintcar races, V8 super sedans and mini sprints.

www.rosedalespeedway.com.au
Sonic Speedway
Sonic Speedway

Located 10 kilometres west of Swan Hill, the speedway consists of a 500 metre track with banked corners and wide straights. Spectators can enjoy spectacular racing events with sprint cars, standard saloons, modified vehicles and super rods.

Location: Swan Hill

www.swanhillspeedway.com.au
South Coast Raceway
South Coast Raceway

Touted as the "best little drag strip in Oz", it is located within Yarraman Park on the southern outskirts of Portland, and it stages regular drag racing events.

Location: Portland

www.southcoastraceway.com.au
Southern 500 Speedway
Southern 500 Speedway

Located 10 kilometres north of Portland, the speedway hosts a regular calendar of racing events including caravan racing and demolition derbys.

Location: Portland

www.southern500speedway.com
State Motorcycle Sports Complex
State Motorcycle Sports Complex

Australia's only exclusive and comprehensive motorcycle circuit is open to the general public with regular competitions and events.

Location: Broadford

www.broadfordmotorcyclecomplex.com.au
Timmis Speedway
Timmis Speedway

Located 10 kilometres south-west of Mildura, this complex offers a racing calendar that includes events such as the super sedans family night, vintage heavy weight hot rods and AMCA national titles.

Location: Mildura

www.milduraspeedway.com
Wangaratta City Speedway
Wangaratta City Speedway

Local race track which hosts a number of race meetings with compact speedcars, saloons, vintage vehicles and karts.

Location: Wangaratta

www.facebook.com/SpeedwayWang
Western Speedway Hamilton
Western Speedway Hamilton

Hosting numerous speedway meetings each year that attract drivers from all over Australia, this complex provides motorsport entertainment for locals and visitors alike.

Location: Hamilton

www.westernspeedwayhamilton.com.au
Winton Motor Raceway
Winton Motor Raceway

A race circuit hosting a busy calendar of motorcycle, motor car and superkart racing events, situated at Winton.

Location: Benalla

www.wintonraceway.com.au

Major motor racing events

Victoria is home to several major international motor racing events staged at Melbourne's Albert Park Lake and the circuit at Phillip Island.

Australian Grand Prix
Australian Grand Prix

March. Held annually at Albert Park Lake, the roads around the lake are transformed into a 5.3 kilometre challenge to the greatest drivers in the world. Race spectators can also enjoy live music, motorsport stunts, motor club vehicle displays, food outlets, bars and childrens activities.

Location: Albert Park

www.grandprix.com.au
Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix
Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix

October. The three day MotoGP event at Phillip Island Circuit showcases the world's best motorcycle riders as they compete for the world championship. There are also motorbike displays, merchandise outlets, industry exhibitors, music and food outlets.

www.motogp.com.au
Superbike World Championship
Superbike World Championship

February. The latest generation high performance street bikes battle it out in this world championship race at Phillip Island Circuit. During the event, visitors can see an expo of the latest motorcycles and accessories, enjoy live entertainment and helicopter joy flights. There is also a kids zone with rides and activities.

www.worldsbk.com.au

Get behind the wheel

Experience the thrill of driving or riding in an authentic V8 race car with a professional driver on-board. Try the excitement of rally driving in a fully prepared rally car. Hit the dirt on a quad bike in some of Victoria's most scenic areas. Or jump into a race kart at one of Victoria's many go kart tracks.

Ace Karts
Ace Karts

Burn some rubber on this challenging track in Melbourne's western suburbs by taking a custom designed kart for a spin

www.acekarts.com.au
Adrenalin Quad Bikes
Adrenalin Quad Bikes

Experience the thrill of a quad bike tour on 140 hectares of exhilarating off-road tracks which extend through mudflats and bush.

Location: Sale

www.adrenalinquadbikes.com
Auscarts Racing
Auscarts Racing

A state of the art indoor go kart racing track that features grading, long straights, sunken corners, hairpin bends and a pit lane bridge. The go karts offer unprecedented safety, control and comfort, reaching speeds of up to 60 km/h. Experience a real life racing experience in a fun and exciting environment for individuals or groups.

Location: Port Melbourne

www.auscarts.com.au
Fastrack Experiences
Fastrack Experiences

Head to Sandown Raceway and experience a V8 hot lap or drive day experience. The dream of being a racing car driver is now a reality.

www.fastrackexperiences.com.au
Le Mans Go Karts
Le Mans Go Karts

A massive 3 track go kart complex which offers individuals or groups the opportunity to drive real race karts. On-site cafe, bar, BBQs and spectators viewing areas.

Location: Dandenong

www.lemansgokarts.com.au
Phillip Island Circuit
Phillip Island Circuit

Thunder along the Phillip Island Grand Prix circuit in a race vehicle with an experienced racing driver, or hire a go kart and race around a small scale replica of the Grand Prix track.

www.phillipislandcircuit.com.au
Rally Drive Australia
Rally Drive Australia

Experience this enduring form of motorsport by hitting the track in a real rally car on a purposely built track.

Location: Bacchus Marsh

www.rallydriveaustralia.com
Stony Creek Go Karts
Stony Creek Go Karts

Hire go karts or bring your own to this race track with on-site cafe.

Location: Foster

www.stonycreekgokarts.com.au