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The Bend Classic 2025 - Bigger, Better and more exciting! More Cars, More Country and More Camping! Expect the multi-precinct activation throughout the whole event and plenty of entertainment!
As always - kids 15/Under are FREE! Get in quick and get your camping sorted!
FRIDAY 24TH OCTOBER
SHAKE & BAKE DJ'S: 4:30pm I 6:30pm
HURRICANE - LUKE COMBS TRIBUTE SHOW: 5:45pm
TRAVIS COLLINS: 7pm
KAYLEE BELL: 8:30pm
SATURDAY 25TH OCTOBER
NANCY BATES: 12:30pm
THE FLYING SQUAD: 1:35pm
MAX JACKSON: 2:45pm
KINGSWOOD: 4:15pm
THE WOLFE BROTHERS: 5:45pm
CASEY BARNES: 7:15pm
KASEY CHAMBERS: 8:45pm
SUNDAY 26TH OCTOBER
SHAKE & BAKE DJ'S: 11:30am
SCOTT RATHMAN JR: 12pm
KINGSWOOD: 12:55pm
BRAD CHICKEN & THE BOOTSTRAPS: 2:15pm
TICKET PRICING
Kids 15/Under are FREE! ​
ABOUT THE EVENT
Country Music Festival
The Bend Classic is kicking into gear with an even bigger, even better and even more Country Music Festival.
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Kasey Chambers
Casey Barnes
Kaylee Bell
The Wolfe Brothers
Travis Collins
Kingswood
Max Jackson
Hurricane: The Australian Luke Combs Tribute
Shake'n'Bake DJs and more!​
MOTORSPORT
The Bend Classic Race Categories
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Heritage Touring Cars
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Historic Touring Cars (Group N)
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Formula 5000
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Historic Formula Ford
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Historic Open Wheel and Sports (Group M & O)
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PLUS National Sports Sedans
Each entrant will receive 1 x Driver, and 3 x Crew Passes to The Bend Classic, with access to all off-track activities.
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Event Entry - $575
Paddock Garage - $230
Paddock Carport (enclosed) - $200
Friday Practice (optional) - $275
BBQ MASTER CLASS
Want to take your BBQ skills to the next level? Add a masterclass to your ticket and learn from some of the best in the game. Across the weekend, you'll get hands-on tips, techniques, and insider secrets covering everything from juicy pulled pork and fall-off-the-bone ribs to perfectly reverse-seared steaks and crowd-favourite chicken wings. Whether you're a backyard BBQ enthusiast or looking to sharpen your skills, these sessions are the perfect way to fire up your knowledge—and your grill. Spots are limited, so don’t miss out!
Low ‘n’ Slow Chicken Masterclass
• Beer Can Chicken
• Chicken Wings
• Chicken Pillows
Discover just how good BBQ chicken can be when done right. This class covers crowd-pleasing favourites like beer can chicken and smoky, flavour-packed chicken wings. You’ll walk away with simple techniques and tips to create tender, flavourful chicken every time you fire up the pit.
ACCOMMODATION
The Bend Classic has a variety of accommodation options. With camping being a key offering at the event we encourage patrons to experience The Bend Classic through one of the camping options:
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Trackside Camping - for the motorsport enthusiasts, positioned on the outside of Turn 4 - this is great spot to wake up to the sounds of Classic cars on track in the morning!
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Infield Camping - tents & swags only, perfect for the simple camping experience and in close proximity to all the action. Affordable & easy, perfect for a group of friends.
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BIG4 The Bend - still on-site but with a rich variety of options from Deluxe Villas to unpowered camping in the Mallee Bush. Modern amenities and all essential facilities included.
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Those looking for luxury stays can explore our Rydges Pit Lane offerings.
Spots are limited so get in quick!
THE BEND CLASSIC GALLERY
OFFICIAL EVENT CHARITY PARTNER
Our charity partner for The Bend Classic is Drive Against Depression. Their mission is to support mental wellness through the freedom of driving, a passion strongly shared by The Bend.
Drive Against Depression delivers motoring events that foster connection and create conversations around mental health. These conversations reduce stigma, build community and open opportunities to seek further support.
Keep an eye out at the event for more information on the great work done by Drive Against Depression, plus how you can donate and be involved.
SOUTH AUSTRALIA
Travelling from interstate to the Bend? In search of a little more? We have you covered!
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Extend your holiday and explore all of the amazing things South Australia has on offer, or take it a step further with South Australia's own TRIP PLANNER.
Did you know, that Australia has one of the longest rivers in the world? At over 2500km long The Mighty Murray River flows from the border of NSW and VIC all the way through South Australian and into the Great Australian Bight.
