FRIDAY IS WHERE THE LONG WEEKEND STARTS.

The Bend Classic fires up from 8AM Friday - and once the sun starts going down, Podium Park turns into one massive country party.

DON’T MISS:

8AM-10PM - Classic Cars & Bikes at the Welcome Centre

8AM-4PM - Historic racing on the Circuit

4PM-10PM - BBQ at The Bend brings the smoke, fire and serious flavour to Podium Park

4PM-5PM - Rodeo Warm-Up

5PM-9PM - The Rodeo is BACK - by popular demand

6PM-8PM - Saddle & Stomp Line Dancing

8PM-11PM - Old Town RD Country Dance Party

And that’s just Friday.

Expect classic cars, motorsport, country vibes, BBQ, camping, happy crowds and plenty happening right across The Bend before an absolutely massive Saturday rolls around.

Cars. Country. Camping. Rodeo.

One huge October long weekend.

Tickets and camping are still available - book online before you arrive and lock in your Bend Classic weekend.

2-4 October 2026

The Bend, Tailem Bend

Let’s get the boots dusty.

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