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All OZ Car Show Day
2025-10-26 10:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | Manawatu-Whanganui
All OZ Show 2025 is on at A&P Showgrounds, Curletts Rd.
Show entry per vehicle is $10 with spectator entry by gold coin
This year we are supporting Art for Life who will be on the BBQ as well as helping out
Prizegiving from 1.00pm
No skids or antisocial behaviour will be acceptable

Caffeine & Gasoline
2025-10-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Hampton Downs, 20 Hampton Downs Road, RD2, Auckland, Auckland, 3782, New Zealand
Caffeine & Gasoline is Hampton Downs’ very own car and bike show! It takes place on the last Sunday of each month in the top carpark, adjacent to Aoraki Coffee Roasters Café. It’s a meet up for enthusiasts, their families and of course the all important vehicle in their life! Caffeine & Gasoline can be described as automotive eye candy, where all types of vehicles are on display, from bikes to hot rods, muscle cars to supercars. It’s a great morning for spectators and owners alike.
There is plenty of parking so bring the family, grab a coffee and/or meal from Aoraki Coffee Roasters Café, and check out the range of awesome vehicles on display!

Cars & Coffee Taranaki
2025-10-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Sur Le Mur Winery, 152 Cross Rd, New Plymouth, New Zealand
A casual event which encourages car and enthusiasts to take the drive to Sur Le Mur Winery and enjoy a relaxed Italian Coffee & French Biscuit, while appreciating the cars of fellow enthusiasts.
We suggest arriving early to get a premium parking spot.
First in best spots.
Coffee Bar will be open for service from 10.00am.
Music, Molinari Coffee, Exceptional Cars & Great people.
Please pass onto Family, Friends & Work Colleges who may enjoy

Queenstown Cars & Coffee October
2025-10-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Manawatu-Whanganui
Join us for a special Queenstown Cars & Coffee October meeting as we get together at the stunning Ayrburn to sip coffee and chat all-things automotive.
To display in the main carpark please RSVP to allister.simpson@bayleys.co.nz
As always, Mike, Allister, Britt & Enrique bring you this free event, so come and enjoy Queenstown’s growing car culture! Every type of vehicle welcome.

Auckland Rotary Rx Cruise
2025-10-26 13:00 - 17:00 | Manawatu-Whanganui
Just a small event to meet some new people and see some mean Rotaries.
Important Details:
Where Hooton Reserve – Albany
When Sunday October 26th
Time 1:00pm – 5:00pm
We will convoy off to Rotor Corner around 2:00pm from here!
And even if you don’t have a Rotary vehicle feel free to come and have a look at the cars and I just ask if you park aside from the Rotaries so we can get some mint photos of all the cars together.

Labour Weekend Meeting
2025-10-26 18:00 - 22:00 | Oceanview Speedway, Landguard Road, Whanganui Airport, Whanganui 4501, Whanganui, Manawatu-Whanganui, 4501, New Zealand
Superstocks, Midgets, Sidecars, Classic Stockcars, Stockcars, Youth Ministocks, Adult Ministocks

Wellington Speedway Opening Night
2025-10-26 18:00 - 22:00 | Manawatu-Whanganui
We’re back! After five months off, the engines are firing up and the dirt’s ready to fly. Don’t miss the first night of the new season — a high-energy return with full grids, fresh cars, and that unbeatable Speedway atmosphere. Let’s kick it off in style!
Classes running:
Superstocks
Stockcars
Ministocks
Saloons
Modifieds
Streetstocks
TQ Midgets
All classes are to be confirmed and are subject to change without notice.

GT Festival
2025-10-31 09:00 - 2025-11-02 17:00 | Hampton Downs, 20 Hampton Downs Road, RD2, Auckland, Auckland, 3782, New Zealand
Get ready for an electrifying start to the second year of the Repco NextGen NZ Championship at the iconic Hampton Downs Motorsport Park!
This season opener sets the stage for a thrilling motorsport journey, featuring an exhilarating lineup of racing categories led by the international flair and New Zealand debut of GT World Challenge Australia powered by AWS and Monochrome GT4 Australia.
Joining them are the fiercely competitive Bridgestone GR86 Championship, the prestigious Summerset GT New Zealand, the high-octane TA2 Championship, the iconic NZ Porsche Series, and the powerful Central Muscle Cars.
The GT World Challenge Australia powered by AWS season finale marks the first time the global promoter SRO Motorsports Group brings their flagship category to New Zealand, while also the highly popular Monochrome GT4 Australia series 2025 season winners are decided at Hampton Downs.
Expect heart-pounding action as top drivers showcase their skill and speed, kicking off the championship with unforgettable moments.
Fans and families will come together to cheer on their favourite drivers and teams, with a variety of activities and entertainment ensuring a memorable day for all.
Don’t miss the chance to witness the spectacular start of the 2025/2026 Repco NextGen NZ Championship!

Demo Day 2025
2025-10-31 10:00 - 16:00 | Manawatu-Whanganui
As part of the 2025 GS Rallye taking place from 31 Oct – 2 Nov, we will be making the new members of the BMW Motorrad Family available to you for test ride.
The Demo Day will take place at Kai Iwi Beach Holiday Park on Friday, 31 October 2025, between 10am and 4pm. Light refreshments will also be provided.

GS Rallye 2025
2025-10-31 10:00 - 2025-11-02 00:00 | Manawatu-Whanganui
GS Rallye 2025 Entries are open folks! This year’s event will take place from 31 Oct – 2 Nov and will be based out of Kai Iwi Beach Holiday Park just outside of Whanganui.
Click here to register: https://www.bmw-motorrad.co.nz/…/gs-rallye-2025.html
We will also be hosting a Demo Day, showcasing our latest products on the Friday, 31 Oct. Click here to register: https://www.bmw-motorrad.co.nz/…/Events/demo-day-2025.html
Route Options Sealed; Gravel and Seal; Challenge (Road bikes welcome).
Event fee $295 Non-BMW Riders, $245 BMW Riders & BMWMCNZ Members, $175 Pillions
Includes 2 dinners, 2 breakfasts, tee shirt, stickers, sweep vehicle.
Old school route sheets and GPX files provided.

Halloween Dress Up Meet
2025-10-31 17:00 | Manawatu-Whanganui
Halloween Dress-Up Motorcycle Ride – City Honda Palmerston North 🏍️👻
Join us for a spooky night of fun on two wheels!
📍 Meet at: City Honda, Palmerston North
🕔 Time: 5:00 PM
We’ll kick things off with a meet-up at City Honda where you can catch up with fellow riders, show off your Halloween costumes, and be in to win spot prizes and best dressed awards.
After the prizes are handed out, we’ll head off on a parade ride around the city, finishing up in the heart of town to show off our costumes and bikes to the public.
🧟‍♀️ Dress up, decorate your ride, and get into the Halloween spirit – the more creative and spooky, the better!
This event is open to all riders – so grab your gear, your friends, and your best Halloween look for an unforgettable evening.

NZ Performance Car Magazine Nightspeed
2025-10-31 17:00 - 21:00 | Meremere Dragway, Dragway Road, Meremere, 3782
Welcome to the 2025/2026 Night Speed Drag Wars racing once again brought to us by the good buggers at NZ Performance Car Magazine.
This is the first of eight rounds, and we will have our usual fireworks display.
Gate Entry: $20, kids 11 years and under free
***FAMILY PASSES AVAILABLE AT THE GATE – $60 FAMILY PASS FOR TWO ADULTS AND THREE CHILDREN 12 TO 17 YEARS***.
Race Entry: $50
Race Entry is open from 5:30pm to 8:30pm
Qualifying racing kicks off at 6:30pm.
Eliminations racing from 9:30pm approximately onwards.
CLASSES:
C1 Turbo 4WD
C2 Turbo 2WD
C3 All Motor & Rotary N/A (No V8s)
C4 Quick V8s
C5 Motorbikes
C6 Dial-Your-Own
C7 Pro-Street
EXHIBITION (must have pre-approval from the Track Management to run)
Please go to www.napaautopartsdragway.co.nz to view Drag Wars rules.
The NZ Performance Car Magazine’s Night Speed Drag Wars meetings are for street legal vehicles only.
All vehicles must have WOF and REGO to enter into racing.
You also need:
a helmet (NO – BMX helmets or Motor Cross Helmets are not permitted)
a minimum Restricted License for a car driver
if you’re biker, you can race on a Learner as long as your bike is on the LAMS approved bike list
ensure your battery is securely fastened/tied down
Tyres:
You can run D.O.T approved street legal drag tyres only but any other race slick is strictly prohibited.
All cars except Pro Street cars, can run D.O.T approved street legal drag tyres only but any other race slick is strictly prohibited.

ECC Monthly: Wellington
2025-10-31 19:30 - 21:30 | Manawatu-Whanganui
Meet and cruise later on in the evening if enough people interested.
As usual, any and all are welcomeHope to see you all there!
[ECCNZ TEAM]
Note: As always we expect acceptable behaviour and not to attract negative attention, we are not liable for you.

Kaitangata Car Show & Run
2025-11-01 08:00 | Manawatu-Whanganui
WE ARE BACK! Lets make 2025 the best yet. Pre reg will open again soon. Keep an eye on the page for updates

Gumboot Run Christchurch
2025-11-01 08:00 - 17:30 | Manawatu-Whanganui
Tickets are open NOW !
Join 100 people for 350km Scavenger hunt adventure on 1st Nov, Quirky Challenges, Epic swag and all for a good cause Spots are limited so book today.
Christchurch – Blackball
www.gumbootrally.com
Supporting The Little Miracles Trust and the amazing work they do for Prem Babies and their communities.

NextGen NZ Championship Hampton Downs Season Opener
2025-11-01 08:00 - 2025-11-02 17:00 | Hampton Downs, 20 Hampton Downs Road, RD2, Auckland, Auckland, 3782, New Zealand

Mangakino 2025-2026 Lucas Oil Hydro Thunder R1
2025-11-01 09:00 - 2025-11-02 16:00 | Manawatu-Whanganui
The 2025–26 Lucas Oil Hydro Thunder NZ Series kicks into action at the stunning Lake Maraetai, Mangakino on 1–2 November 2025.
This is round one of the series with other events at:
R2 – Mangakino | 6-7 December 2025
R3 – Twizel | 10-11 January 2026 – AE Baker Cup
R4 – Karapiro | 7-8 February 2026 – Masport Cup
R5 – Lake Rotoiti, Nelson | 28 Feb-1 Mar 2026
This is a free event

November Race Meeting
2025-11-01 09:00 - 2025-11-02 17:00 | Levels Raceway, 418 Falvey Road, Washdyke, Timaru, 7974, New Zealand
CLASSES: OSCA, SS Cup, Mini 7, South Island Formula Ford, Historic Formula Ford (Saturday/Sunday), PRO 8 – Mazda Racing
NZ (Saturday only).

Motorshare Open Day
2025-11-01 13:00 - 16:00 | Manawatu-Whanganui
Join the MotorShare team for our Garage Open Day at 27 Walls Road, Penrose.
Drop by anytime between 1PM–4PM to:
– Explore our fleet of exotic and performance vehicles
– Jump in as a passenger for a short joy ride around the block!
– Chat with our team and ask any questions about rentals, membership or shared ownership
– Plus, grab something tasty from our food truck—serving crepes and real fruit ice cream on site.
Whether you’re a car enthusiast or just curious, it’s the perfect chance to check us out and enjoy a relaxed afternoon with the team

NRC Halloween 2025
2025-11-01 15:00 - 22:00 | Manawatu-Whanganui
About the Meet
Halloweens in full swing… Join us for a Post-Halloween Car Meet where the community comes together for a night of wicked whips, costumes, and candy. Think of it as a second chance to show off your car and your best Halloween fits (if you want).
🕸️ What’s Happening:
Spooktacular Cars Showcase – Dress up your ride (lights, decals, props… get creative!). Trick or Treat Car-to-Car – Bring some candy to share with the community! Photo Ops – Perfect spooky backdrops, rollers, and feature shots.
⚠️ Meet Etiquette:
No skids, no rev battles, no burnouts – keep it respectful. Respect the spot, no littering. Police & public friendly event – don’t ruin it for everyone.
🔥 Whether you come to flex your ride, grab some candy, or just hang with the crew, this meet’s about cars + community + good vibes.
📷 Get your spooky fits and rides ready – we’ll be photographing the whole event!

Fireworks Opening Meeting
2025-11-01 16:30 - 21:00 | McDonald’s Kihikihi Speedway, 53 Grey Street, Kihikihi 3800, Kihikihi, Waikato, New Zealand
Classes Racing
Rosetown Midget 40 Lapper – Superstocks – Stockcars – Super Saloons – Sprintcars – Ministocks

Racing
2025-11-01 17:00 - 22:00 | Robertson Prestige International Speedway, Takaro, Palmerston North 4410, Palmerston North, Manawatu-Whanganui
Adult Ministocks Midgets Saloons Sidecars Stockcars Superstocks

Opening Meeting - Fireworks Spectacular 2025
2025-11-01 18:00 - 22:00 | Awapuni Speedway, 357 Awapuni Road, Gisborne, 4071, New Zealand
Best Pairs all Classes, Round 1 City Smart Repairs Superstock Points Dash, Fireworks
Superstocks, Saloons, Ministocks, Streetstocks, Production Saloons, TQ’s, Stockcars, Sidecars, Classic Stockcars

Fireworks Night - HB SuperSaloon Champs
2025-11-01 18:00 - 22:00 | Meeanee Speedway, 59 Sandy Road, Meeanee, Napier 4183, Napier, Hawke's Bay, 4142, New Zealand
Stockcars | Superstocks | Sidecars | Ministocks

Renaye Huia Fireworks Spectacular + Wellington Superstock Champs + Wellington Modified Champs
2025-11-01 18:00 - 22:00 | Manawatu-Whanganui
The Hutt Valley’s only fireworks display is back — and it’s going to be EPIC, thanks to our loyal sponsor, Renaye Huia! Beat the crowds and get in early for a night of full-throttle action, the FH Group Superstocks will go head to head for their Wellington Championship, as well as the high-speed C&M Transport Modifieds battling for Wellington Championship glory too. With the NZ Superstock AND NZ Modified Champs on the horizon, this is where it all kicks off. Racing, fireworks, and a packed house — don’t miss it!
Classes running:
Superstocks
Stockcars
Ministocks
Production Saloons
Modifieds
TQ Midgets

Lucas Oil Superstock Series / Merv Julian Minisprint Challenge
2025-11-01 18:30 - 22:00 | Stratford Speedway, 9A Flint Road West, Stratford 4394, Stratford, Taranaki, 4352, New Zealand
City of NP Classic for Saloons & Super Saloons. Classes running: Superstocks, Stockcars, Saloons, Minisprints, Youth Ministocks, Super Saloons

Classic Italy November Edit
2025-11-02 08:00 - 10:00 | Manawatu-Whanganui
Monthly gathering of like minded enthusiasts of Italian vehicles

GM & Aussie Day Out
2025-11-02 08:00 - 13:00 | Manawatu-Whanganui
Hey all you car show lovers, we thought we would post something nice and early this year for our GM & Aussie Day out Show. Join us on 2nd November at the Bombay Rugby Fields. Cars in by 9.30am sharp! You must be in by then to get a park & be in to win an award. There will be stalls, food and raffles to be won. Prize giving last year was a bit wet so this time if we get hit with rain we will have prize giving inside. (Heavy rain out date to come closer to time)
Message or email us for the registration forms.
gmcarclub@gmail.com, Don’t miss out!
If we have really bad weather the rain day will be 16th November

Redwood Physiotherapy 2025 BEARS Championship - Round 5
2025-11-02 08:00 - 17:00 | Manawatu-Whanganui
There are six race meetings from May to December. At each meeting there will be a practice and 2 rounds of racing for all BEARS classes and the support class ‘Sport 400’ (any brand of race bike 125cc-400cc – see regulations). Plus 3 sessions for ‘Have a Go’ riders on any brand of road bike (590cc to Open). 7.00am – Gates 0pen
8.00am – Sign In & Scrutineering
8.45am – Riders Briefing
9.30am – Practice & Racing
Practice Order
Lightweights, Sport 400
Formula One, Formula Two, Moto Euro
Superstock Ltd & Open, Formula Three
Best Of British, Milwaukee Iron, Heritage
Race Order
Round 1
Have A Go
Lightweights
Formula One, Formula Two
Sport 400
Superstock Open & Limited
Best Of British/Milwaukee Iron
Formula Three
Moto Euro / Heritage
Round 2
Repeat above
Have A Go

All comers picnic at Woodend
2025-11-02 09:00 | Manawatu-Whanganui
Open invite to attend American Classic Picnic lunch at Woodend.
BYO your lunch
Meet at 9.00am and leave at 9.15M
