Visitor Guide | April 17-19, 2026
THE EVENT
Rally Queensland is the opening round of the EROAD Australian Rally Championship — Australia’s premier motorsport rally series. The event brings three days of high-octane motorsport action to Gympie, featuring Australia’s best rally drivers competing on world-class stages.
Awards: 2024 & 2025 ARC Event of the Year | 2024 & 2025 Service Park of the Year
When: Thursday 17 – Saturday 19 April 2026
Where: Gympie CBD and surrounding forest stages (Imbil, Amamoor, Brooyar, Glastonbury)
Cost: FREE to attend | Register here (optional but encouraged)
Why register? Helps organisers track attendance and you’ll receive event updates. Registration is quick and free.
Full event website: rallyqueensland.com.au
WHAT’S HAPPENING
FRIDAY 17 APRIL
Velmec Automotive Wheels on Mary | Mary Street, Gympie CBD
Time: 5:00pm – 9:30pm
The rally weekend kicks off with a massive street party. All competing rally cars will be on display in Mary Street — this is your chance to see the machines up close, meet the drivers, and soak up the atmosphere before they hit the stages. Live entertainment, food trucks, and a festival vibe as thousands gather in the heart of Gympie.
What to expect: Rally cars on display | Driver meet & greets | Live music | Food & drinks | Family-friendly atmosphere
More info
SATURDAY 18 APRIL
9:00am onwards: Forest rally stages at 4Tint2U Spectator Point (near Imbil)
- Cars on stage from 9:50am (first run) and 3:00pm (second run)
- Watch rally cars tackle legendary Australian forest stages at high speed
- Vendors and food available onsite
- Free parking at Derrier Road
- Spectator Point map & directions
8:30am – 8:30pm: Campbells Super Special Stage (Gympie CBD)
- Purpose-built street circuit in the CBD — rarely seen in Australian rallying
- WRC-level action with cars sliding through corners metres from spectators
- Multiple runs throughout the day
- Street Stage details
All day: Telstra Service Park at Nelson Reserve
- Watch teams service and repair cars under time pressure
- See mechanics change tyres, adjust suspension, and fix damage
- Two-time Service Park of the Year winner
- Open to all spectators
- Service Park details
8:30am – 8:30pm: Wheels on Mary continues (Mary Street)
- Saturday transforms into a classic car and street machine showcase
- Hundreds of show cars featuring Cooloola Classic Car Club and South-East Motorsport Inc
- Food vendors and licensed area (operated by Gympie RSL)
- More info
SUNDAY 19 APRIL
8:30am onwards: Forest rally stages at Campbells Corner Spectator Point (near Glastonbury)
- Cars on stage from 9:28am (first run) and 1:51pm (second run)
- Championship-defining stages where the final battle unfolds
- Vendors and food available onsite
- Free parking at Greendale Road
- Spectator Point map & directions
8:30am – 3:00pm: Campbells Super Special Stage (Gympie CBD)
- Final runs through the CBD street circuit
- The championship podium will be decided
All day: Telstra Service Park at Nelson Reserve (until finish)
KEY LOCATIONS
CAMPBELLS SUPER SPECIAL STAGE
High-speed rally stage through Gympie CBD streets. WRC-level action metres from the barriers. One of the few street stages in Australian rallying — normally you’d need to travel to Europe to see this level of urban rally action.
Location: Gympie CBD
When: Saturday 8:30am–8:30pm | Sunday 8:30am–3:00pm
What you’ll see: Rally cars sliding through tight corners at high speed, with barriers and crowds just metres away. Multiple runs throughout each day.
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TELSTRA SERVICE PARK
The service park is where the real battle happens. Watch rally teams race against the clock to service and repair cars between stages. You’ll see tyres changed in seconds, suspension adjusted, bodywork repaired, and crews working under intense time pressure.
Location: Nelson Reserve, Gympie CBD (Galvaniize Insurance Rally Central)
When: Saturday & Sunday, all day
What you’ll see: Rally cars being serviced | Teams working under pressure | Mechanics changing tyres and parts | Driver briefings
Why it matters: Service time is strictly limited — every second counts. The fastest team in the pits can win championships.
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FOREST SPECTATOR POINTS
Watch rally cars compete on some of Australia’s best rally stages. These aren’t race tracks — they’re real forest roads with gravel, jumps, and corners that punish mistakes. 70+ years of Queensland rallying history has been carved through this terrain.
Saturday: 4Tint2U Spectator Point
Location: Derrier Road, Imbil (access via Yabba Creek Road)
Opens: 9:00am
Cars on stage: 9:50am & 3:00pm
What you’ll see: Fast, flowing forest stages with technical sections
Facilities: Vendors, food, toilets, parking
Sunday: Campbells Corner Spectator Point
Location: Greendale Road, Glastonbury (access via Point Pure Road)
Opens: 8:30am
Cars on stage: 9:28am & 1:51pm
What you’ll see: Championship-deciding stages with high-speed corners
Facilities: Vendors, food, toilets, parking
Important: Access to spectator points must be via designated roads only. Follow signage and traffic controllers.
Full spectator point details & maps
VELMEC AUTOMOTIVE WHEELS ON MARY
The biggest street party of the rally weekend, taking over Mary Street in the heart of Gympie.
Friday Night (17 April): 5:00pm–9:30pm
- All rally cars on display before competition begins
- Meet drivers and crews
- Live entertainment and food trucks
- The atmosphere builds as 10,000+ fans descend on Mary Street
Saturday (18 April): 8:30am–8:30pm
- Classic cars and street machines take over
- Hundreds of show cars from Cooloola Classic Car Club and South-East Motorsport Inc
- Food vendors and market stalls
- Licensed area operated by Gympie RSL (Saturday only)
Location: Mary Street, Gympie CBD (central location, walking distance from all CBD precincts)
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PARKING & TRANSPORT
Park once, move easily. Use the FREE event bus loop to access all CBD precincts.
Park & Ride Locations:
- Gympie Gold Mining Museum, Lake Alford — Best for general event parking
Google Maps - Cooloola BMX Club, One Mile Oval — Best for camping zone access
Google Maps
Parking fees apply — fees support local community groups helping deliver the event.
Event Bus Loop (Operated by Polleys Coaches)
Stops:
- Centro Shopping Centre
- Lake Alford (event parking)
- One Mile (camping zone)
- Mary Valley Rattler, Tozer St
- Mellor St (CBD event zone)
Bus connects you to Rally Central, Wheels on Mary, and Super Special Stage. Timetables released closer to the event.
Road Closures
CBD roads will be closed during Street Stage operations. Follow signage and traffic controllers. View road closure map
Full transport & parking guide: rallyqueensland.com.au/plan-your-rally-weekend
CAMPING & ACCOMMODATION
Event Camping
Location: One Mile Oval, Byron Street, Gympie
Provided by: Cooloola BMX Club
Access: Convenient to event bus stops and CBD precincts
Fees: Apply (booking details on event website)
Note: Parking also available at this location
Camping details
Accommodation
Gympie and surrounding areas offer hotels, motels, caravan parks, and holiday rentals.
Book early — accommodation fills quickly during rally weekend.
Visit Gympie Region accommodation
VISITOR INFORMATION
Entry & Registration
Cost: FREE — no entry fee for spectators
Registration: Optional but encouraged Register here
Benefits of registering: Event updates, helps organisers track attendance
Family Friendly
Suitable for all ages — vehicle displays, entertainment, food vendors, and excitement for everyone.
Important: Rally cars are VERY loud. Bring hearing protection for babies and young children (ear muffs recommended).
Pets
Pets welcome — this is a public space, pets on leash permitted.
Be aware: Loud noises from rally cars and fast-moving vehicles may stress some animals.
Accessibility
Accessible viewing areas and facilities available across major precincts.
Accessible toilets at key locations.
Specific requirements? Review precinct maps (released closer to event) or contact organisers.
Food & Drinks
Mary Street vendors: Friday & Saturday (CBD)
Forest spectator points: Vendors at both Saturday and Sunday locations
Licensed area: Saturday on Mary Street (operated by Gympie RSL)
Local traders: Many Gympie businesses open across the weekend
What to Bring
✓ Camping chairs (allowed at forest spectator points)
✓ Sunscreen and hat
✓ Hearing protection for children
✓ Camera (photography permitted)
✓ Cash (some vendors may not accept card)
✓ Water bottle
✓ Layers (weather can change)
Weather
April in Gympie: Mild autumn weather, average 15–26°C. Possible rain — bring a light jacket or raincoat. Forest spectator points can be dusty or muddy depending on conditions.
What You’ll See
Rally cars: High-performance 4WD vehicles (Subaru WRX, Toyota GR Yaris, Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, and more)
Speed: Up to 200km/h on some sections
Drivers: Australia’s best, including WRC-experienced competitors
Sound: Unmistakable rally engine and turbo noise — incredibly loud and exciting
NEED MORE INFORMATION?
Event website: rallyqueensland.com.au
Spectator guide PDF: Download here
FAQ: rallyqueensland.com.au/faq
Contact: rallyqueensland.com.au/contact
Facebook: facebook.com/rallyqld (live updates during event)
Instagram: @rallyqld
YouTube: @RallyQueensland
General enquiries: info@bscc.asn.au
Media enquiries: media@rallyqueensland.com.au
EVENT FAST FACTS
Organised by: Brisbane Sporting Car Club (BSCC) under Motorsport Australia
Host Region: Gympie Regional Council (Key Partner)
Naming Sponsor: Accent Benchtops (6th consecutive year)
Championship: Round 1 of 6 in the 2026 EROAD Australian Rally Championship
History: 70+ years of rallying in this region
Attendance: 10,000+ spectators expected across the weekend
Economic impact: Significant boost to Gympie region tourism and business
Street Stage Sponsor: Campbells Truck and Bobcat and Landscape Supplies
Service Park Sponsor: Telstra
Wheels on Mary Sponsor: Velmec Automotive
Spectator Points Sponsors: 4 Tint 2 U, Campbells, HQ Plantations
THIS IS RALLY QUEENSLAND. BE PART OF IT.
90 minutes from Brisbane | 2 hours from Sunshine Coast | Free entry | April 17-19, 2026
