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THE BEND 500
2025 Repco Supercars Championship
12 - 14 September 2025
Shell V-Power Motorsport Park
Tailem Bend, SA
The Bend 500 will kick into gear on 12th September 2025! For the first time The Shell V-Power Motorsport Park will host a 500-Kilometre Endurance race to kick off the Supercars Enduro Cup. The Bend will put on yet another fantastic event, supported by globally renowned category the FIA Kumho TCR World Tour!
Entertainment
ACCOMMODATION
The Bend 500 is the only Supercars round besides Bathurst offering Trackside Camping! Make the most of your Supercars experience, stay trackside and wake up to the symphony of the V8s! Soak in the atmosphere of Supercars and gear up for Trackside Camping awards and your chance to win some cool prizes! Camping FAQs are coming soon.
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Trackside camping options are now available to previous Supercars campers and all previous sites have been reserved with the customer to be contacted directly by The Bend. Trackside Camping is now available to the general public via the ticketing link above. Limited spots available.
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Those looking for luxury stays can explore our Rydges Pit Lane offerings.
And if you're looking for family stays or glamping, check out what BIG4 The Bend has on offer.
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Hurry up as spots are limited!
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Up to 30 TCR Cars will be on the grid, with the Australian-based fleet to be joined by a large contingent of travelling, international teams from overseas.
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Do I need a ticket on Friday to watch racing on the main track?No. Admission to the main track is FREE on Friday. A ticket however is required for Bull Throttle hosted from 6:30 pm – 9 pm on Friday 25th October on the Dragway at The Bend burnout pad.​
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Do I need a separate ticket to attend each event across all precincts?Your single day or weekend pass entitles access to each precinct's General Admission area spanning the Dragway at The Bend, Main Circuit, Kartdrome, and everywhere in between on applicable days booked. For example, if you're coming on Friday, you will have general admission access to: - Car Museum from 8 am - Main Circuit racing on track from 9 am - Karting from 10 am (additional ticketing required) - Podium Park precinct with bars, food trucks, entertainment, and more from Midday. - Bull Throttle - Bulls, & Bikes Rodeo Show at Dragway at The Bend from 6:30 pm A breakdown of what's on daily can be accessed at the link below: Note: Saturday General Admission tickets include general admission access to the Country Music Festival.
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Can I upgrade my General Admission ticket to Premium at the event?No. Premium ticketed experiences are limited and are likely to be exhausted well before the event.
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What does the Texas Club Premium ticket include?The Texas Club is a Premium hospitality area with access to private, pay-as-you-go bars and food facilities. The Texas Club provides you with the best seats in the house including: · Bull Throttle VIP area on Friday Night at the Dragway Race Control Building · Podium Park VIP area on Saturday for the Country Music Festival Texas Club tickets can be purchased as a single day or weekend, and provide access to all other precinct events daily. Note: The Texas Club does not include F&B as part of the package, but access to private, pay-as-you-go bars, food facilities, and toilets.
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Can I bring my child to the Texas Club?Yes. Children are welcome in the Texas Club. They must however have their own Texas Club ticket.
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What do the Classic Prestige Experience Premium Tickets include?The Classic Prestige Experience Premium Tickets are packaged for 2 persons and include: · 2-nights Accommodation in Rydges Pit Lane Hotel (Friday and Saturday) · Bull Throttle Texas Club tickets on Friday Night at the Dragway Race Control Building · Podium Park VIP area tickets on Saturday for the Country Music Festival. Note: the Texas Club is a Premium hospitality area that does not include F&B as part of the package, but access to private, pay-as-you-go bars, food facilities, and toilets. Your Classic Prestige Experience package further admits access to all other precinct events across the event.
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Do I need a separate ticket(s) to enjoy the amusement rides?All amusement rides are FREE for ticket holders. Better still, there are no caps on the number of rides. Enjoy!
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I can no longer attend the event, can I get a refund?As per our terms and conditions, refunds are not available. You are however welcome to get in touch with us at customerservice@thebend.com.au as we may be able to exchange your ticket(s) for an alternate like-for-like event, permitting ticket availability exists. Exchange requests will only be considered prior to Oct 25 and are at our teams discretion.
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I'm a Ute Muster competitor, what's included with my entry?Ute Muster competitor tickets include: Entry into over $2500 of Ute Muster Show 'N' Shine Prizes to be won. 3 day pass G/A for all the events across the classic. Ute Muster Camping pass Opportunity to purchase 3 x Discounted Competitor Crew tickets (3 x Day G/A Pass & Muster Camping) Opportunity to take your ute on the 'Muster Cruise' on Sunday of the event, driving a few laps of the iconic racetrack*.* Drivers must be 0.00 Blood Alcohol Reading to participate
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What tickets are available for trackside camping?Trackside Camping is sold as a bundle included a camp site and a camping pass for 2 people. The bundle is $320. You can add more people to the campsite for $160 per person. All campers also require an event entry ticket, and several options are available to cater to different requirements. Unpowered Camp Site (2 people) • Campsite only* $320 Campground Access (per person) • Camping Pass Adult (16+) $160 • Camping Pass Child (6-15) $50
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What tickets are available for trackside camping?Trackside Camping is sold as a bundle included a camp site and a camping pass for 2 people. The bundle is $320. You can add more people to the campsite for $160 per person. All campers also require an event entry ticket, and several options are available to cater to different requirements. Unpowered Camp Site (2 people) • Campsite only* $320 Campground Access (per person) • Camping Pass Adult (16+) $160 • Camping Pass Child (6-15) $50
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How many people can share a site?The limit is 6 people per site.
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How can my friends or family camp on my site?You can have up to 4 guests on your site, they need to purchase sufficient camping passes for $160 per person.
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Does camping include event entry?No, you will need to purchase additional tickets. General Admission tickets starts from $140, while kids 15 & under enter for free. Kids camping is $50 per person.
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Is the cost of camping per night?Camping is priced for the whole event – Thursday (11th), Friday (12th), Saturday (13th), Sunday (14th).
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Are children free?Children aged 0 – 5 are free to camp. Children aged 6 – 15 years require a $50 camping pass (if not included with one of the original 2 passes included with each site). Children 16 and up are required to hold a camping pass or where appropriate they can buy campground access for $160 and an event entry ticket separately to enter the event.
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When does the campground open and close?Trackside camping will open at 10am, Thursday 9th of September and will close at 9am, Monday 15th of September. Please note that these times are subject to change.
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Can I choose a particular campsite position?Yes, you can pick your campsite when booking online via a self-select interactive map.
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Can I book a campsite on the day?No, camping will be sold out prior to the event. If additional campsites are added - they will be made available via our online ticketing at https://www.outix.co/tickets/event/the-bend-500-2025
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What facilities will be available?Toilet and shower facilities will be available within the campgrounds.
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Is there vehicle access to campsites?Yes, vehicles can move in and out of the campgrounds at all times. However please refrain from moving your vehicle if possible. Only 1 vehicle per site allowed.
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Can I park my car on my site?Yes, you can park your vehicle at your campsite.
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Can I sleep in my car?Yes you can sleep in your vehicle.
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How big are the sites?Each site is 6m x 12m.
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Are there restrictions to types or sizes of tents we can bring?Properly secured camping tents are acceptable. Marquee structures are not permitted. The tents must fit within your camping site.
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How close to the track are the sites?The track is visible from some sections of the grounds, however key viewing areas are within walking distance of the campgrounds. Courtesy shuttle buses will be available across the venue.
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Are powered sites available?Trackside powered sites are not available. A number of powered sites are available at the BIG4 The Bend Holiday Park – check the availability online at https://bookingsau.newbook.cloud/thebend
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Can I bring a generator?Yes, however please be considerate to other campers, generators are not to be used between 10:00pm and 7:00am.
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Will there be ice available?Ice will be available at the OTR located at Motorsport Park's entrance.
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Can we bring a BBQ into the campground?Yes, as long as it is structured (ie. no open gas burners/flames).
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Can we have a camp fire on our site?Only structured fire buckets are permitted, no fire pits or bowls. See diagram as a guide: Timber will be available to purchase from the OTR located at the entrance to the Motorsport Park.
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Can I bring my own alcohol?Our Liquor Licence does not permit BYO alcohol, however you can purchase alcohol from within the event and bring that to your camp site. Absolutely no glass is to be brought into the venue.
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Will there be shuttle buses available to help with commuting between precincts?Yes, we will have Shuttle buses available and running daily. Times vary daily based on event timings and are subject to change.
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Does it cost extra to use the Shuttle Bus?Shuttle buses are FREE for all ticket holders.
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Will there be bus services available from Tailem Bend and Murray Bridge?This is unlikely. Our team however is working through options and will provide any alternate updates here.
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What time is karting open during the event?10:00 am - 5:00 pm daily – subject to bookings.
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How old do you need to be to compete in an Adult Kart?Our minimum age is 14, while also meeting the height requirement of 138cm.
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Do you have karts available for kids?We have Family Karts, meaning a child can sit passenger while an adult drives. They must be 8 years or older, and 100cm tall.
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Do I need to pre-book a karting session?Bookings are preferred for all packages. Walk-ins accepted – subject to availability.
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How long is each karting session?Sessions are 10 minutes long, with sessions running every 30 minutes.
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What do I need to wear when karting?Enclosed shoes is all we require. Shirts/singlets and shorts are all acceptable.
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Can I bring my own helmet to a karting session at The Bend Kartdrome?Yes, as long as your helmet is full-faced – no open face helmets.
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Will the Car Museum be open? What does is cost?The Car Museum is open 365 days of the year and is FREE to enter.
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Can I place bookings for APEX Bar and Dining?Yes, the team at APEX Bar and Dining would love to host you across The Bend Classic weekend. Bookings are limited. Get in early and book your table now to avoid disappointment. .
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Can I book Hot Laps at the event?Yes. We will have opportunities available for you to purchase Hot Laps in the week leading up to and after the event. Check for availabilities at the link below to extend your trip and secure your seat!
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How do I book a scenic helicopter ride?Scenic helicopter rides will run daily. Bookable online or in person on the day with our helicopter provider on a first come, first served basis. It's an absolute must do!
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Where is the BBQ Village located?The BBQ village will be located adjacent to Podium Park and is open Saturday from 9 am. The Village will feature Australia’s Best Pitmasters competing in an ABA/SCA championship cook-off, plus: · BBQ Food Vendors​ · Stallholders​ · On Stage cooking demonstrations​ · Butcher demonstrations​ · Eating competitions​ · Bars · Plus, much more!​
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What time is the Bull Throttle Show?Bull Throttle will be hosted from 6:30 pm – 9 pm on Friday 25th October on the burnout pad and on the Drag Strip.​
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Will there be entertainment after the Bull Throttle Show?Yes! Straight after Bull Throttle show, get your dancing shoes on as we bring live music to the event, enjoy the best tunes from Dee Jaye Bux to bring in the night, before hitting the ‘hay’ ready for Day 2.​
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What time do the cars race on the main track?Racing will be on the main track from Friday 25th to Sunday 27th October. Gates open at 9 am.
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Who will be competing on the main track?Categories competing on the main track include: · Formula 5000 ​ · Historic F1 ​ · V8 Utes and Brutes​ · Group N​ · Member Sprint ​ · Modern sports / prototypes ​ · Historic Sports Sedans / IPRA​ ​ The event will include The Bend Classic Shoot out on Sunday which is for the top 10 times across all categories.
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What time do the Nostalgia Drags race?Nostalgia Drags will be hosted on Saturday 26th May 10 am to 5 pm. Gates open at 9 am.
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Who will be competing in the Nostalgia Drags?· Nostalgia Motorcycle, · Vintage Gas​ · Aussie Muscle​ · US Muscle​ · Modern Muscle​ · Hot Rod ​ · Middle Eliminator ​ · Top Eliminator, Top Gas & Classic Demonstrations
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Will there be entertainment for kids?Yes, there will be Family Zone packed to the brim with activities and amusement rides for kids of all ages to enjoy. Amusement rides including the 'Hurricane' and 'Ferris Wheel' will be FREE for all ticket holders. Watch this space for updates.
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