FULL THROTTLE INTO 2026!
6 January 2026
FULL THROTTLE INTO 2026!
We’re spooling up the turbos, winding on the boost and launching head-first into 2026 — and you’re invited to be part of the action.
From grassroots nights under lights to national championship showdowns, Willowbank Raceway is firing up a huge summer of drag racing that delivers the sound, speed and spectacle fans crave.
2026 CALENDAR
ASG MOTORSPORT TEST N TUNES
9th, 16th & 30th January 2026
ASG Motrosport Test N Tune nights at Willowbank are all about raw horsepower and real-world racing. Watch everything from street cars to serious machines hit the strip as drivers push limits, chase personal bests and dial in their setups.
It’s relaxed, up-close drag racing with plenty of variety — perfect for a summer night out at the track.
ASG MOTORSPORTS TEST N TUNE
RACER TEST DAY
Saturday 10 January 2026
This is where 2026 quietly starts to reveal itself.
New builds. Fresh combinations. Sharper setups. Faster intent. As the sun drops and the lights come on, expect serious machinery to hit the track as teams shake down what you’ll be seeing unleashed in competition this season.
It’s raw, it’s loud and it’s a rare behind-the-scenes look at the speed and power that will headline race weekends in the months ahead. If you like spotting the next big thing before it makes headlines — this is your preview.
RACER TEST DAY
PRO ALCOHOL NATIONALS + TESTING
24–25 January 2026
The 2026 NDRC Championship roars to life with two huge nights of non-stop drag racing action.
Feel the ground shake as XPRO Nitro Funny Cars, Pro Alcohol, and International Pro Mod 660 unleash blistering speed and thunderous power. Supporting classes bring wall-to-wall racing, packed fields and gold Christmas trees on the line.
This is drag racing at its loudest, fastest and most electrifying — the kind that hits you in the chest and keeps you coming back for more.
PRO ALCOHOL NATIONALS
TRACK CHAMPIONSHIP AWARDS NIGHT
Friday 17 January 2026
Swap the race suits for sharp suits and get ready for a night of laughs, legends and celebrations.
We’re rolling out the red carpet to celebrate the stars of the season — with Australian cricket icon Jeff Thomson bringing the stories, the banter and plenty of big moments.
Great company, unforgettable entertainment and a fitting way to toast another huge season at Willowbank Raceway.
BOOK AWARDS NIGHT
Archer’s Smash Street Series
Saturday 31 January2026
Whether it’s your first time down the strip or you’ve been racing for years, the Archer’s Smash Street Series is where street racing stories begin. In 2026, Willowbank Raceway proudly celebrates the 33rd year of this iconic series — a cornerstone of grassroots drag racing and a favourite among local racers.
You don’t need a full-blown race car or years of experience to get involved. With four championship categories — OldSkool, NewSkool, Powder Puff and Street Bike — there’s a class to suit a wide range of cars, bikes and driver
NEW STREET SERIES REGISTRATIONS
Big noise. Big moments. Big summer.
We’ll see you trackside!
