Canberra Japanese Motor Festival

07/09/2026

🔥IT’S LIVE. OFFICIAL MERCH HAS LANDED🔥

You asked for it. We made it happen.

The Canberra Japanese Motor Festival 2026 Official Collection is now available! 🇯🇵🏁

🧢 HATS
👕 TEES
🔥 LONG SLEEVES
🔥 HOODIES — Standard + Heavyweight (and yes… the Heavyweight is THICK)

But there’s more to it than just looking good. 👀

❤️ 50% OF ALL PROFITS WILL BE DONATED TO CAMP QUALITY
🏁 The remaining 50% will be put straight back into the Festival for this and future events.

So when you grab an item, you’re not just repping the culture. You’re helping support a great cause.

👇 ORDER YOURS NOW VIA THE WEBSITE 👇
https://japanesemotorfestival.deco-apparel.com/

21/08/2026

🔥 8 WEEKS TO GO! 🇯🇵

The countdown is officially ON!
In just 8 weeks, Canberra Japanese Motor Festival will take over Thoroughbred Park for a massive celebration of Japanese automotive culture. 🎉

📩 ENTRANTS — CHECK YOUR INBOX!
Acceptance emails are going out, with MORE emails hitting inboxes this week!

Whether you're bringing a JDM legend, a wild build, a classic, a motorcycle, a kei car, a 4WD or something completely unique — we can’t wait to see what you’ve got!

📅 Sunday 18 October 2026

📍 Thoroughbred Park, Canberra

Less than two months now… 👀

BIG THINGS ARE HAPPENING.

Are you ready? 🔥

17/08/2026

It's nearly here.

Turbo, rotary, KEI, bikes and builds - and the people who keep the spirit of Japan's motoring excellence alive.

A culture, born in the land of the rising sun, is about to unite in Australia's national capital.

One day. One community. One festival.

The Canberra Japanese Motor Festival. Brought to you by Stay Tuned - Petrol and Diesel Performance.

Sunday 18 October 2026.

Send a message to learn more

07/08/2026

⏰ Only 10 weeks to go! 🇯🇵🏁

The countdown is officially on for the Stay Tuned Performance, Canberra Japanese Motor Festival!!

The response has been incredible so far:
🔥 200+ approved entries
🚗 30+ car clubs
📍 Enthusiasts travelling from 5 states...
and still growing!

Whether you own a classic, a modified street car, a race car or a clean daily, we'd love to have you there.
Tag a mate who still needs to enter! 👇

Thanks to our sponcers

Obsession Car Detailing
Integrity AC
Famous Insurance
Lennock Canberra
Diamond Window Tints
AO Graphics - Anthony

29/07/2026

All this for just $28*

That's the cost of enthusiast vehicle entry to the all new Canberra Japanese Motor Festival at Thoroughbred Park this October.

Even better - guest entry this year is FREE.

The Stay Tuned - Petrol and Diesel Performance Canberra Japanese Motor Festival. Where the legends meet.

*Actual cost is $27.78 including processing fee.

29/07/2026

All this for just $28*

That's the cost of enthusiast vehicle entry to the all new Canberra Japanese Motor Festival at Thoroughbred Park this October.

Even better - guest entry this year is FREE.

The Stay Tuned Performance Canberra Japanese Motor Festival. Where the legends meet.

*Actual cost is $27.78 including processing fee.

27/07/2026

What category will you choose?

The Canberra Japanese Motor Festival is not only an event that gives enthusiasts a place to show and shine vehicles big and small - it's also an opportunity to gain due recognition for the commitment and dedication invested in the journey.

Take home a trophy by entering your pride and joy in one or several of our award categories that provides something for everyone!

The Stay Tuned - Petrol and Diesel Performance Canberra Japanese Motor Festival. Where the legends meet. Sunday 18 October at Thoroughbred Park.

16/07/2026

The Stay Tuned Canberra Japanese Motor Festival - The Crew.

A good event doesn't just materialise out of nowhere. It's the committed and passionate investment by a group of enthusiasts, often as a side project, to create Canberra's next big festival.

They include President Dave Pullen. He's been a part of the Canberra car scene since the mid 2000’s - actively involved in local motorsports and car clubs with his Toyota Supra and GT86 track car.

Vice-President James Overend, a founding committee member of Heritage Nissan Canberra Region. James’ passion for cars and strong connections within the enthusiast community help drive the vision behind the festival.

Media-Coordinator Justin Bush, Director of MazdACT (Mazda’s of the Australian Capital Territory). With strengths in event planning and multimedia, Justin is assisting with the festival's media campaign.

Committee Member Gretchen Smith. Gretchen has loved cars since she was young. She joined the Canberra car scene with her beloved Forester “Stitch” and has since enjoyed meeting new people through a range of different car groups.

Committee Member Anthony Oh. Anthony is an involved member of the ACT MR2 Club and ACT 86/BRZ Club, as well as track days and design graphics work though his brand AO Graphics.

Committee Member Kevin Ha. Kevin runs the StreetScene website and leads the ACT 86/BRZ Club. He also conducts the Canberra Car Expo car show, bringing local and interstate enthusiasts together.

Treasurer Stuart Poole. Stuart joined the ACT Mini Car Club in 1985 as a Mini-loving kid and remains active in the car community with Heritage Nissan Canberra Region and the Cooma Car Club.

Not pictured, but a pivotal part of the puzzle, is Secretary Michele Smith. Michele is a driving force in the local motorsport scene, seamlessly blending a passion for speed with exceptional leadership. Her dedication extends far beyond the track; following a project management role with the festival.

These talented humans will be working hard behind the scenes to deliver a great event, not soon forgotten.

The Stay Tuned - Petrol and Diesel Performance Japanese Motor Festival. Where the legends meet. Sunday 18 October at Thoroughbred Park.

Posed photos by Anthony Barnes Photography