Once a year, car enthusiasts from all over Australia and further afield gather in the Red Centre. They come together for a weekend-long celebration of all things wheels. If you love cars, then you need to add this event to your calendar immediately.
Thrilling Automotive Showcase
Red CentreNATS allows you to watch some of the coolest and craziest cars in the country being used, raced, and enjoyed. It’s a thrilling showcase of automotive excitement and passion. These thrilling events take place across tarmac, grass, and dirt. Come along to watch or even enter your own vehicle.
Family-Friendly Auto Festival
The family-friendly auto festival features a full program of competitions, both on and off the track. Enjoy three days of thrilling events including drag races, show n shines, thrifty grass driving, and street cruising.
Off-Road Adventures and Parades
Watch as a 4-wheel drive track in Blatherskite Park puts off-road vehicles and drivers to the test with log hops, barriers, and more. See an impressive collection of cars in the street parade. This parade departs from Blatherskite Park, rolls into town, and then returns. The spectacle is a must-see for car enthusiasts. Learn how much power your car really has at the Diggamen Dyno Cell. There’s excitement and adventure at every turn in this automotive extravaganza.
Competing for the Title
Cars earn points through cruising, drag racing, driving events, and show judging to compete for the title of Red CentreNATS Champion. This prestigious title is open to both street and elite class cars. The festival concludes with a podium party in Blatherskite Park on Sunday evening. The celebration features entertainment, food stalls, and a bar.
Venues and Locations
Red CentreNATS takes place across three Alice Springs venues within a 12KM radius: Alice Springs Inland Dragway, Blatherskite Park, and Lasseters Centre of Entertainment.
Explore Alice Springs
Check out A first timers guide to Alice Springs for some ideas of things to do whilst you are in Alice Springs.
