There are a couple of car events for the auto enthusiasts on in Central Victoria this week.
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Whether you’re after a new caravan, reading material or looking to attend the swap meet, you’re bound to find what you’re looking for.
Bendigo Swap Meet
More than 1700 stalls will fill the showgrounds this weekend for this annual event.
The Bendigo Swap Meet is the largest of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere and features car parts, memorabilia, antiques and bric-a-brac.
Last year, organisers were expecting 15,000 attendees, however the number was closer to 20,000 and was a success due to the focus on vehicles.
The day is also catered for by local service groups. The combined Rotary Clubs of Bendigo have BBQs and dining halls and the Y Service Club volunteers will sell pies, cakes, tea, coffee, drinks and more.
Please note, the following items are prohibited: pushbikes, scooters, skate boards, dogs and alcohol.
Cost is $20 for a weekend pass, Saturday $15, Sunday, $5. Children under 16 years free.
For more information, click here.
Where: Prince of Wales Showgrounds, Holmes Road, Bendigo.
When: November 17 – 18, 9am – 5pm.
The Mad Scientist of Australian Hot Rodding: Rod Hadfield
This book signing and sales will be showcasing the first comprehensive biography of Australian hot rodding legend, Rod Hadfield, written by Allison Hadfield.
The biography covers Hadfield’s 50-plus years of initiating trends, pushing boundaries and causing controversy in the automotive scene in Australia and beyond.
No bookings required for the event.
Where: Bendigo Library, Hargreaves Street, Bendigo.
When: Saturday, November 17, 11am – noon.
Bendigo Caravan & Camping Leisurefest
More than 14,000 people made their way to Bendigo Racecourse for Bendigo Caravan and Camping Leisurefest last year.
This years Leisurefest will showcase the latest caravans, pop-tops, tents, camper trailers, motorhomes, 4x4 off road and more, with some of these products on display for the first time.
The day also features tourism information, so you can plan the perfect outdoor adventure.
Tickets start at $11.
Where: Bendigo Racecourse, Racecourse Road, Ascot.
When: Friday – Sunday, November 23 – 25, 9am – 5pm (9.30am – 4pm Sunday).
Castlemaine Coffee Cruise
Do you like your vehicles? Do you want to meet other auto enthusiasts?
Enjoy a cruise, coffee and brunch this Sunday in Castlemaine.
Meet like-minded people as you drive around historic Castlemaine with street rods, street machines, classics, motorcycles and more.
Tickets are $5.
Where: 44 Mostyn Street, Castlemaine.
When: Sunday, November 18, 9.30am – 11am.
Mini Buggy Nationals
This event features a diverse field of local and interstate racers are set to do battle.
Two classes – Limited (under 1000cc) and Unlimited (over 1000cc) – will run over a series of four heats.
Kyneton promotes close racing with the course’s short straights and various corners, providing entertainment for drivers and spectators alike.
Where: Rollinson Reserve Redesdale Rd, Kyneton.
When: Friday – Sunday, November 23 – 25, 8am – 4pm.
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