Events

Make sure to come and check out the show in Whangamata and start the new year the right way.

Muscle cars - hot rods - classics - bikes

Whether you are a collector or simply share a passion for the classics, then The Repco Classic Car & Hot Rod Festival is for you!

Muscle Car Madness - classics, rats, rods, bikes, trikes and appropriate trade and vendor stalls, live rock/country music all weekend.

Over the decades, the second Sunday in February each year has become the highlight of every New Zealand car lover’s calendar. That’s when thousands of car enthusiasts join the simply curious at Auckland’s Ellerslie Race Course to see the country’s biggest line up of classics – many of them rated among the world’s best restorations.

Americarna attracts hundreds of showroom-quality classic American cars and thousands of tourists to Taranaki every February! 24th - 28th February.

25th- 29th March. Beach Hop started in 2001 and remains a not-for-profit event, with all proceeds going to the local Onemana and Whangamata Surf Life Saving Clubs as well as the Whangamata Volunteer Coastguards. The winner of our Hustler Minibike will be announced at this event!

This Easter, Christchurch hosts one of the country’s most iconic hot-rod gatherings. The Pre-49 Nationals brings together beautifully restored pre-1949 American classics for a weekend of cruising, show time and good company. From the welcome meet-up to the Show Day at Te Pae and scenic drives, it’s the perfect celebration of early hot-rod culture, craftsmanship and community.

2026 Classic Cover Insurance Nostalgia Drags, Dates - 4th-5th April at Meremere Dragway.

New Zealand’s ultimate hot rod, vintage and rockabilly festival. Featuring wicked hot rods, retro caravans, vintage markets, historic motor racing, flag drop drag racing exhibitions, onsite camping, Miss Rockabilly NZ & Miss Rebel Round Up pageants, trade stands, a cocktail lounge, pinstripe artists and our legendary themed outdoor bar (where you can catch the line up of live bands).

The South Island’s premier car show, with plenty of cars, cruising, demonstrations, fun, food and entertainment.

Another event we're proud to be supporting is the Jalopy Dust Up!

Date TBC

See you there!