Ultimate Guide to Summernats 37 – Everything You Need to Know
Ultimate Guide to Summernats 37 – Everything You Need to Know
Get Ready for Australia’s Wildest Automotive Festival!
Summernats 37 is set to take over Canberra from January 2–5, 2025, delivering four adrenaline-packed days of horsepower, burnouts, and non-stop entertainment. Whether you’re a seasoned Summernats veteran or a first-time attendee, this guide covers all the key highlights, schedules, and insider tips to make the most of the event.
What Is Summernats?
Summernats is Australia’s biggest car festival, held annually at Exhibition Park in Canberra (EPIC). Known for its high-octane atmosphere, it attracts car enthusiasts, builders, and spectators from across the country to celebrate custom vehicles, burnouts, horsepower, and all things automotive.
With over 2,000 elite and custom cars on display and thrilling competitions, including the Pro Burnout Series and dyno shootouts, it’s the ultimate showcase for performance and style.
Must-See Highlights at Summernats 37
1. City Cruise (Thursday, January 2)
Kick off the event with the City Cruise, featuring 400 stunning cars parading through Canberra. It’s the perfect chance to see some of Australia’s finest builds in motion before they hit the showgrounds.
2. Pro Burnout Series – $70,000 Prize Pool
Think you’ve seen tough burnouts before? Think again. The Pro Burnout Series Grand Final is where the best burnout drivers in the country battle it out for the $50,000 top prize and ultimate bragging rights. With massive horsepower and tire-shredding action, this is a must-watch event.
3. Methanol Madness (Friday, January 3)
New for 2025, Methanol Madness brings methanol-fueled monsters to the cruise route for a loud, fire-breathing parade of sheer automotive insanity. Expect earth-shaking sounds and head-turning visuals.
4. Haltech Horsepower Heroes Dyno Competition
Watch engines pushed to their limits in this crowd-favorite dyno competition. From turbocharged beasts to naturally aspirated monsters, see who can claim the title of Horsepower Hero.
5. Show ’n’ Shine and Custom Car Reveals
From factory-fresh restorations to radical one-of-a-kind builds, the Show ’n’ Shine is the perfect place to admire automotive craftsmanship. Plus, 30 never-before-seen custom builds will make their debut at this year’s event.
6. Live Music and Entertainment
The party doesn’t stop at the cars—rock out to live performances from Jet, Thirsty Merc, and more, with DJs keeping the energy high into the night.
7. Competitions and Fun Activities
From mullet and tattoo competitions to lawnmower racing, there’s something for everyone at Summernats. Don’t miss the fireworks display on Saturday night to cap off an epic weekend.
Key Schedules You Can’t Miss
Thursday, January 2
- Noon – City Cruise and Horsepower Heroes Dyno Qualifying
- 4 PM – Pro Burnout Series Wildcard Shootout
- 6:30 PM – Top 60 Finalists Show
Friday, January 3
- 10 AM – Methanol Madness Parade
- 4 PM – Pro Burnout Series Qualifiers
- 6 PM – Concert featuring Jet and Thirsty Merc
Saturday, January 4
- 11 AM – Open Class Burnout Qualifiers
- 5 PM – Pro Burnout Series Top 10 Final
- 8:45 PM – Fireworks Spectacular
Sunday, January 5
- 9:30 AM – Grand Champion Parade
- 1 PM – Burnout Open Final
- 5 PM – Summernats 37 Wrap-Up
Essential Tips for Summernats 37
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Plan Your Entry:
- Gates 2 and 7 are the main entry points.
- Use pre-purchased tickets for faster entry or upgrade to Platinum Fastlane access.
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Parking & Transport:
- Parking fills quickly—plan ahead and check summernats.com.au for options.
- Parking fines apply for illegal parking—avoid the hassle and park legally.
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Pack Smart:
- Bring sunscreen, hats, and water to stay cool.
- Avoid bringing large bags unless necessary to speed up security checks.
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Respect the Builds:
- No touching! These cars are the result of countless hours of work—admire, but don’t touch unless invited.
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Don’t Miss Out—Summernats 37 Awaits!
Whether you’re competing, cruising, or just soaking in the atmosphere, Summernats 37 promises four unforgettable days of automotive action. Grab your tickets, rev your engines, and get ready to experience Australia’s biggest horsepower party!
For more information, visit summernats.com.au or follow updates on streetmachine.com.au.