Festival of Horsepower
June 2023
The Festival of Horsepower is back with another month-long program packed full of adrenaline and excitement in the City of Ipswich. Taking place in June, the annual festival includes a number of Australia’s signature racing and motorsport events.
Get organised and book your accommodation now for June 2023. See Discover Ipswich for more information.
WHAT’S ON:
SAT 3 AND SUN 4 JUNE | 2 DAYS OF THUNDER
A massive weekend of racing with an eye watering array of cars, trade stands, activities and entertainment.
THURS 8 JUNE TO SUN 11 JUNE | GULF WESTERN OIL WINTERNATIONALS
At Australia’s largest drag racing event, you will see the amazing flame throwing ‘Top Fuel Funny Cars’ with up to 400 vehicles competing for the national championship honours.
FRI 10 JUNE | ROLL RACING
Off the streets and onto the circuit, Roll Racing will be all the street style racing you can handle without the risk of getting in trouble!
SUN 11 AND MON 12 JUNE | MOTO RIDE DAY
Recreational ride days are for all levels of riders with four individual groups to choose from, it is a fun on track experience for everyone!
TUES 13 JUNE | TAB IPSWICH CUP BARRIER DRAW
Held in Ipswich CBD, hear from racing commentators, owners, trainers and jockeys about the upcoming TAB Ipswich Cup plus other feature races.
SAT 17 JUNE 2023 | TAB IPSWICH CUP
Whether it’s the horses you follow, the fashions on the field, DJ festival or catching up with old friends, it’s Ipswich’s social event of the year.
SAT 17 JUNE 2023 | TAB IPSWICH CUP FESTIVAL OF HORSEPOWER MARQUEE
Located in a prime spot to catch all the Ipswich Cup Action, enjoy a food and drink package, tote facilities and access to the TAB Ipswich Cup After Party.
SAT 24 JUNE | V8 RACE EXPERIENCE
The closest you’ll get to driving a V8 Supercar, these machines are race-built and rolling on race slick tyres. Get strapped in and feel the power!
