A new year brings a new calendar filled to the brim with truck shows, conferences, convoys and other events. Here’s a look at what’s coming up.
JANUARY
Geelong Classic Truck and Machinery Show
January 10-11
Geelong, VIC
Held across two days, this event is known for having one of the biggest and best displays of restored working vintage machinery and tractors in Australia. Both days will include impressive displays of classic trucks, cars and bikes. This year’s event will also include the Vintage Machinery Section’s own pavilion with 15+ fully operational steam engines, 12 permanently installed oil engines, a 1000hp marine steam engine, a wool scouring machine, and a large collection of steam models.
Tooradin Tractor Pull and Truck Show
January 17
Rutter Park Reserve, Tooradin, VIC
An annual event since 1998, the Tooradin Tractor Pull and Truck Show returns. Gates open at 10am, with the main event taking place at 3pm. This non-profit event is run by a committee of locals, with all proceeds going back into local clubs, schools and various charities. As well as the vintage tractor pull and truck display, there will be amusements, catering and more.
Twin City’s Show N Shine Convoy for Kids
January 18
Albury Showgrounds, NSW
The Convoy starts at the Barnawartha BP and finishes at the Albury Showgrounds. Almost 300 trucks took part in the convoy at the last event, travelling the Hume in support of Country Hope, which raises money for kids with cancer and other life threatening illnesses.
Following the Convoy, there will be a Show N Shine where trucks, cars and bikes go head to head across a range of categories.
Organisers are hoping to make the convoy even bigger and better in 2026 by getting more trucks involved, with a goal of raising $100,000 for Country Hope.
Koroit Truck Show
January 24
Koroit, VIC
Enjoy an impressive display of trucks, entertainment and plenty to do for the whole family – including rides for the kids. The event will include $40,000 in truck show trophies and prizes, with a new judging format for 2026. Entry is $10 per adult, and free for children under 16. To enter the truck show awards, the cost is $40 per truck, at the gate.
FEBRUARY
Darnum Heritage Display
February 7-8
Darnum, VIC
The display will include trucks, cars, stationary engines, tractors, earthmoving equipment, motorbikes, steam engines, boats and more. To take part, these items must be 25 years or older. Admission is $15 for adults and $5 for children 5-12 years. Gates opens 10am on Saturday and 9.30am on Sunday.
Walcha Antique Machinery and Truck Show
February 13-15
Walcha, NSW
Running across the weekend, this event will feature a tractor run on the Friday, a family on the Saturday, along with a swap meet throughout the three days. Camping is available, however powered sites are limited.
NRFA Annual Conference
February 21
Wollongong, NSW
The NRFA Annual Conference will feature a program that’s jam-packed with industry updates from a variety of key speakers. Connect with industry experts, learn about the latest transport trends, and gain valuable knowledge to advance your career.
Camp Quality Convoy Geelong
February 22
Beckley Park, Geelong
Camp Quality’s Convoy Geelong is more than just a drive sees participants travel a 40km circuit, that starts and finishes at Beckley Park, where an awards ceremony, free family fun festival, and show ‘n’ shine will take place. The event raises money for Camp Quality, supporting kids facing cancer.
NSW Rural Carriers’ Convention
February 26-28
Coffs Harbour, NSW
Shaping up to be the biggest Rural Carriers’ Convention yet, 2026 brings a new format. It will take place against backdrop of Opal Cove, Coffs Harbour. The program will feature industry-led panel discussions, updates on important industry issues, live competitions, including the Livestock Conversion Challenge, and more.
MARCH
Tasmanian Truck Owners & Operators Association Truck Run
March 1
Longford, Tasmania
This annual truck run will depart at 9am, making its way to Longford Showground by 10.30am, where there will be a fun-filled day, including food and drinks, entertainment, face painting, a raffle, auction and more. Entry by gold coin donation.
The Rock Show Society Inaugural Truck Show
March 7
The Rock Showgrounds, NSW
Head to the Rock Showgrounds for a truck show, food stalls, full catering, a barbeque, kids’ activities and more. Raffle tickets will be sold on the day and drawn in the afternoon. Entry is $10, with free entry for children under 16.
March 14
Colac Showgrounds, Victoria
The 2026 Land Transport Colac Truck & Ute Show will feature a show ‘n’ shine, live entertainment, a range of stalls and plenty for the kids. Entry is $10 for adults, and $5 for concession/pension/kids 12-18. There are also family passes available for $20. Children under 12 receive free entry.
Sydney Truckfest
March 21-22
Clarendon, NSW
An ultimate celebration of the trucking industry, Truckfest brings the trucking community together a weekend filled with truck displays, industry exhibits and innovations, mouth-watering food, live entertainment, and activities for the whole family.
WA Mack Muster and Truck Show
March 22
Quarry Farm, Whitby, WA
Since making its debut in 2020, this event has become an important fixture of Perth’s trucking calendar. Open to all truck makes and models, the WA Mack Muster and Truck Show raises funds for vital cancer research at the Harry Perkins Institute for Medical Research.
APRIL
Bredbo Truck and Machinery Show
April 4
Bredbo, NSW
From vintage trucks, engines and tractors to modern-day vehicles, the Bredbo Truck and Machinery Show will have vehicles of all ages on display. There will also be a vintage tractor pull, stalls, a jumping castle, live music and more.
Crawlin the Hume
April 11
Wallan East to Albury
The convoy will depart from Commercial Drive at Wallan East and make its way to the Albury Race Club for a special dinner (bookings essential). The convoy will also stop along the way at Chiltern Racecourse for lunch, before a grand parade along the main street.
MAY
TruckShowX
May 18-19
Hunter Valley, NSW
Taking place at Rydges Resort in the Hunter Valley, TruckShowX will centre around the theme ‘Driving the Future’ and build on the key trends emerging from the recent 2025 Brisbane Truck Show, especially the potential for technology and innovation to boost productivity, efficiency and safety outcomes.
Scenic Rim Truck Show
May 30
Jimboomba, Queensland
Featuring a stunning array of trucks, from state-of-the-art haulers to timeless classics, each with their own unique story to tell. There will also be live music, delicious food vendors, and family-friendly activities for all ages. All profits from the day go towards local charities.
JUNE
June 3-5
Hamilton Island, Queensland
This major industry event will feature interactive workshops, case studies and interactive discussion on driving solutions for the industry’s future. It will provide an opportunity to connect with peers and industry leaders, to help build relationships and create new opportunities beyond the conference.
JULY
July 31-August 1
Casino, NSW
Held over two days, the Casino Truck Show is a community event that showcases the transport industry, held in the heart of Casino’s CBD. The 2025 event attracted an estimated 40,000 people on the Saturday, who got to see 550 trucks.
SEPTEMBER
Megatrans
September 16-17
Melbourne, Victoria
Returning to the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, MegaTrans is Australia’s largest integrated conference and exhibition dedicated to the logistics and supply chain industry. MegaTrans provides a unique platform to explore the innovations, equipment, and services that will shape the future of logistics.
NOVEMBER
November 8
Maitland Showground, NSW
Raising money for Camp Quality, the convoy starts and finishes at Maitland Showground, where a free family festival will be held, packed with entertainment and experiences for the whole family. There will be food vans, rides, face painting, roving entertainment, live music, fundraising awards ceremonies, and of course the opportunity to cheer on the returning convoy and check out all the trucks at the show ‘n’ shine once the convoy returns.
Dane Ballinger Memorial Truck Show
November 14
Bathurst Showgrounds, NSW
Returning once again in November, this event brings together truck enthusiasts, families, and the local community to remember Dane Ballinger and celebrate the trucking industry he loved. Come and see the huge range of trucks on display, from old classics to custom rigs. There will be truck show awards, live music, kids’ activities and more.
Have you got an event you’d like included in the next Save the Date? Email all the details to danielle.gullaci@primecreative.com.au.
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