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From Classic Cars to Crazy Stunts: Rev up for an unforgettable weekend on the Coffs Coast from 13–15 March, where motors, music and adrenaline take over the region. By day, soak up the retro vibes at Summer Beach Hop, with classic cars, live music and dancing lighting up the City Centre on Saturday and the Jetty Foreshore on Sunday. On Saturday night, feel the rush as Freestyle Kings Live hits town with the world’s best FMX and BMX riders delivering jaw-dropping stunts, fire, music and full-throttle family entertainment. Across the full weekend, motorsport fans can catch Round 1 of the Australian Kart Championship, attracting elite drivers from Australia, New Zealand and Asia as they battle it out trackside in Coffs Harbour. Three major events. One big weekend. Book a short stay and experience Coffs Coast in full throttle mode.
Big air. Big energy Freestyle Kings Live!
Get ready to witness the world’s best action sports athletes, led by the legendary Robbie Maddison, FMX world champion’s Clinton Moore, Pat Bowden, and current X Games gold medalist Robbie Adelberg. This is two solid hours of chaos, courage, and “did-you-just-see-that?!” moments you’ll be talking about all year. Think jaw-dropping double backflips, front flips, and never-before-seen tricks, with fireballs lighting up the night, music that rattles your ribcage, and a family-friendly atmosphere that keeps everyone on the edge of their seat.
Summer Beach Hop brings retro cool to the Coffs Coast across two free, family-friendly days of classic cars, music and dancing. On Saturday, the City Centre comes alive with a curated display of vintage vehicles, live radio vibes and rock ’n’ roll dance showcases, before the action shifts to the Jetty Foreshore on Sunday for a bigger beachfront celebration alongside the Harbourside Markets. Expect rows of classic cars, live music, rock ’n’ roll dancing, nostalgic show-and-shine moments and plenty of space to wander, watch and soak up the atmosphere.
Round 1 of the Australian Kart Championship puts the Coffs Coast in the national motorsport spotlight, with two days of free trackside action at C.ex Raceway. This event draws elite drivers from across Australia, New Zealand and beyond, creating a fast-paced, high-energy atmosphere that visitors can easily drop in and enjoy. Whether you’re a motorsport fan or simply looking for something exciting to add to your coastal getaway, this is a unique chance to experience championship-level racing as part of a full-throttle weekend on the Coffs Coast.
Beyond the headline events, visitors can keep the motors running all weekend long with immersive motoring experiences across the Coffs Coast. Step inside the National Holden Motor Museum and National Cartoon Gallery, co-located in the Bunker Gallery, where rare Australian motoring history meets iconic pop culture. From this weekend, see the legendary Anderson Holden – widely regarded as Australia’s first purpose-built Holden-powered racing car – alongside classic favourites like the Sandman, Monaro and HR sedan, plus a new permanent exhibition of Holden-inspired cartoons from the 2024 Rotary Cartoon Awards. For those who want to experience the thrill first-hand, Coffs Harbour Trike and Private Tours offers unforgettable on-road adventures, from coastal trike rides to fully hosted group tours, showcasing the region’s landscapes in full throttle style.