Events
Automotive legends
SAVE THE DATE! Advance notice of an exciting new event to be held Sunday 22 November 2026. Each year we will celebrate three individuals/couples from across all sectors who have contributed significantly to the Australian automotive industry. This is not a competition. We intend to celebrate a mix of ‘legends’ annually. [Nominations for future years
regional events
A helpful list of events that we are aware of in the region. A work in progress. MAY2nd-3rd Lake Goldsmith Steam & Vintage Rally Beechworth Annual Drive Back In Time3rd Pistons and Props Muster, Bundalong9th Cars and Coffee, Bendigo Geelong Bay City Swap Meet, Showgrounds10th Carz and Coffee, Maryborough16th Wings & Wheels, Kyneton
Coffee cruise
Our monthly coffee cruises depart from 35 Etty Street at 10.30am on the third Sunday of the month with interesting places to visit and great fellowship. Everyone welcome. [NB: Always check the Castlemaine Coffee Cruise Facebook Page to confirm details as they may change] 17 MAY 2026 9.30am Meet at rear of Autoplex Castlemaine, 35
AUTOPIA 2026 wrap-up
Our annual Autopia event was held on Saturday 28th & Sunday 29th of March 2026. This year we collaborated with the Castlemaine State Festival who celebrated 50 Years of the Festival and asked us to organise a Show n Shine on the Sunken oval as part of their final Community Day on Sunday at the
AUTOPIA 28-29 March 2026
Download the flyer In conjunction with the 2026 Castlemaine State Festival. SATURDAY 28 MARCH – CRUISE $5 per person9.30am from Action Auto to Autoplex 35 Etty Street, CastlemaineModel Car Show + Automotive Art + Music + Coffee + Food Van SUNDAY 29 MARCH – SHOW ‘N SHINE $10 per vehicle | Gold coin donation public10.00am
Coffee Cruise 3rd Sunday of Month
Each third Sunday in the month [but always check] join fellow motoring enthusiasts for a cruise to a select location. Meeting time is around 9.30am for a 10.30am departure. The start location varies [always check] but default is from Autoplex 35 Etty Street, Castlemaine. The best source for up-to-date information is the Castlemaine Coffee Cruise