Cairns Show Auto Spectacular

29/08/2026

SEE THAT SMOKE? 👀

Something BIG is coming to the Cairns Showgrounds this October... 🔥🚗💨

The Cairns Show Auto Spectacular returns for TWO DAYS of cars, competition, entertainment and automotive action.

📅 17 & 18 October 2026
📍 Cairns Showgrounds

Last year was awesome.

This year, we're going BIGGER. 😏

Tag the mate who's coming with you! 👇

29/08/2026

THE Hunter Automotive DYNO IS BACK again at the Cairns Show Auto Spectacular and this year we have some cracking prizes up for grabs 🔥

💸 DYNO CLASS CASH PRIZES
🔷 Top 4cyl Overall - $250
🔷 Top 6cyl Overall - $250
🔷 Top 8cyl Overall - $250
🔷 Horsepower Hero - $1250
🔷 Most Horsepower Per Cubic Inch - $250

💰CASH BONUSES UP FOR GRABS
V8 Over 2000HP = $500
4CYL or 6CYL Over 1500HP = $500
(If more than one car makes it, the highest HP takes the cash!)

⚡️NEW RULES for Horsepower Heroes and Horsepower Per Cubic Inch ⚡️
👉 To qualify for Horsepower Hero, each vehicle must complete at least one run on BOTH days between 11am and 2pm. The combined total HP from both days will decide the winner.
👉 To qualify for Horsepower Per Cubic Inch N/A, each vehicle must complete at least one run on BOTH days, with the highest horsepower run (from either day) used to calculate the winner.
👉 To be eligible for the awards and cash prizes vehicles must be currently registered.

Think you have what it takes to claim the cash 💰 and trophy 🏆 and the bragging rights of Horsepower Hero? Back your vehicle onto the hubs and prove it

27/08/2026

TWO DAYS. HEAPS TO SEE. PLENTY TO DO. 🔥

The Cairns Show Auto Spectacular isn't just about walking around looking at incredible cars!

🏆 Show 'n' Shine
🏁 Go-to-Whoa
🔥 Dyno
🎡 Free kids' rides
🛍️ Trade displays
🍔 Food vendors
🎤 Entertainment
🎁 Trophies, prizes & more!

All happening across 17 & 18 October at the Cairns Showgrounds.

Make a weekend of it! 🙌

27/08/2026

25/08/2026

CAIRNS, GET READY! 🔥

The Cairns Show Auto Spectacular is coming back for another HUGE weekend of all things automotive!

From beautifully presented classics to customs, muscle cars, modified machines and everything in between – there'll be plenty to see across the weekend. 🚗💨

📅 Saturday 17 & Sunday 18 October 2026
📍 Cairns Showgrounds

Bring the family, bring your mates and come see what FNQ's automotive community has to offer!

Are you coming? 👀

25/08/2026

STRUGGLING TO ENTER THE AUTO SPECTACULAR? WE’VE GOT YOU! 🚗🏁

Having a little trouble with the online entry process? Or maybe you’re just someone who would rather fill out a good old-fashioned paper form? 😂

No worries!

We’ve uploaded our entry forms as images so you can simply download them, print them out and fill them in by hand if that’s easier for you. 🙌

Once completed, just follow the instructions on the form to get your entry back to us.

Whether you’re entering Show ’n’ Shine, Go-to-Whoa, Dyno or multiple areas, we don’t want technology getting between you and an awesome weekend at the 2026 Cairns Show Auto Spectacular! 🔥

📅 Saturday 17 & Sunday 18 October 2026
📍 Cairns Showgrounds

So if you’ve been meaning to enter but haven’t quite gotten around to it… this is your sign! 👀

Download. 🖨️ Print. ✍️ Fill it out. 🚗 YOU’RE IN!

And if you’re still having trouble, please get in touch with us and we’ll do our best to help! ❤️

24/08/2026

Please share around and make this year our biggest yet.
New inclusions are Motorex Superstars qualifying round and Go to Whoa is back along with great cash prizes for the dyno comp and of course our Charity auction on Saturday afternoon with heaps of great things up for grabs

21/08/2026

THROWING IT BACK TO LAST YEAR’S AUTO SPECTACULAR! 🚗🔥

Check out this awesome video capturing some of the action from the 2025 Cairns Show Auto Spectacular! 👀💨

We can’t remember who created this one (if it was you, please let us know so we can give you the credit! 🙌), but it’s too good not to share!

Last year was a blast, and in 2026 we’re aiming for BIGGER, BETTER and even MORE action! 🔥

🏆 Show ’n’ Shine
🏁 Go-to-Whoa
🔥 DYNO
🚗 Amazing cars & displays
🎡 Free kids’ rides
🎶 Entertainment
🍔 Food & trade stalls
🙌 And plenty more!

📅 Saturday 17 & Sunday 18 October 2026
📍 Cairns Showgrounds

Whether you’re bringing your pride and joy, coming for the action or just looking for an awesome weekend out with the family – you won’t want to miss it!

Who’s coming this year?! 🚗💨

21/08/2026

FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY! 🚗👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

You don’t have to be a car enthusiast to have a great time at the 2026 Cairns Show Auto Spectacular!

We’re putting together a weekend with something for everyone - from incredible vehicles and high-octane action to entertainment, food and plenty to keep the kids happy!

🏎️ Hundreds of incredible vehicles
🏁 Go-To-Whoa action
💪 Dyno
🎠 FREE Kids Rides – Giant Slide, Merry-Go-Round & Jumping Castle
🛍️ Trade Stalls
🍔 Food & Drinks
🏆 Show ’n’ Shine
🔥 Plus more still to be announced!

So bring the kids, bring your mates, bring the whole family and make a weekend of it!

📅 Saturday 17 & Sunday 18 October 2026
📍 Cairns Showgrounds

❤️ Cars, action, food and family fun - there really is something for everyone!

19/08/2026

LAST YEAR BROUGHT THE CARS… THIS YEAR WE’RE GOING EVEN BIGGER! 🔥

Last year’s Cairns Show Auto Spectacular saw some seriously amazing cars roll through the gates – and this year, we’re getting ready to do it all over again with even more! 🚗💨

🎥 Check out this awesome video by Rachael Durbz and get a taste of the action from last year!

See something you like? 👀
Better yet… do you want YOUR car to be part of it this year?

🏆 Show ’n’ Shine
🏁 Go-To-Whoa
🔥 Dyno
🚘 Plus plenty more happening across the weekend!

Whether it’s your pride and joy, weekend cruiser, tough street car, classic, custom or something that simply deserves to be seen – we want you there!

📅 17 & 18 October 2026
📍 Cairns Showgrounds

🔥 DO YOU WANT IN ON SOME OF THIS ACTION?
👉 ENTER TODAY: https://cairnsshow.com.au/auto-spectacular/

Tag a mate whose car needs to be there! 👇🚗🔥