Whats On
Are you up for the Challenge?
Experience the thrill of a lifetime driving a Holden or Ford V8 Race Car around the infamous Queensland Raceway in Willowbank!
We are one of the closest accommodation venues to Queensland’s premier race circuit – Willowbank. Just 10 minutes to the circuit where the biggest two & four-wheel events, in Qld, take place. This is the only location near Brisbane where you can drive on the same race track that international heroes do.
WILLOWBANK RACEWAY
Saturday 5th April 2025
Round 2
Pterodactyl Helicopters
Since 2008, Pterodactyl Helicopters has been partnering with the best local cafes, wineries, restaurants, pubs, breweries, and accommodation places in southeast Queensland and Brisbane to put together a selection of once-in-a-lifetime helicopter tours and scenic flights, where getting there is half the fun.
Planes Trains and Autos
May 3, 4 & 5
Here’s a snapshot of what you can expect so far throughout the May long weekend for the Planes Trains and Autos festival! Saturday 3 May: ‘Fully Charged’ at the Queensland Workshops Rail Museum Highlights: Thrilling aerial displays, interactive exhibits, up-close experiences, and roving entertainment. A thrilling weekend for anyone passionate about aviation, rail, autos, and more!
ASBK action returns to Queensland Raceway in 2025 for round three!
Qld Raceway will host round three of the 2025 ASBK Championship from May 2-4.
Four classes will be in action at Queensland Raceway – Pirelli Superbike, Michelin Supersport, Race and Road Supersport 300 and the bLU cRU Oceania Junior Cup – while ASBK fans will also get a chance to sample the circuit thanks to QR Moto Ride Days, which is hosting an ASBK Ride Day Experience on Thursday, May 1.
CMC Rocks QLD 2026
Accommodation Available! 
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1 DAY POWERPLAY #51
Qld Raceway Saturday 10th May 2025
May 24 – 25, 2025
2025 Ivory’s Rock Spartan Trifecta Weekend
Parks and Gardens
For the families, there are many parks, gardens and attractions which are FREE.
The Ipswich City Council Animal and Bird enclosure is well worth a look, located in the Ipswich CBD, directly across from Queens Park
In partnership with SRO Motorsports Australia, Motorsport Australia has announced the launch of the new Shannons SpeedSeries.
Round 3 at Queensland Raceway
30th May – 1st June 2025
GULF WESTERN OIL WINTERNATIONALS
5 – 8 June 2025
Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of high-speed action as the Gulf Western Oil Winternationals return—bigger, faster, and more intense than ever! As the premier drag racing event outside North America, this championship showdown brings together the best of the NDRC, PDRC, and Aeroflow Sportsman series.
Floating Images Hot Air Balloon Flights
Experience the magic and adventure of a hot air balloon flight floating above the heritage city of Ipswich, the Scenic Rim and Somerset countryside. Discover and explore Greater Brisbane’s big backyard from the air!
Offering a boutique ballooning experience with only one flight per day and a maximum of 10 passengers ensuring absolutely everyone’s needs are catered for and you enjoy the experience you deserve.
Receive a 10% discount on your accommodation when you choose to stay at Country Motel Ipswich when booking your flight.
Workshops Rail Museum
The Workshops Rail Museum is a great day out for the whole family. The Museum is known for their school holiday activities such as Build it!, Circus Train, Toyland Express, The Great Train Robbery, and of course the iconic Day out with Thomas event (the biggest Thomas & Friends event in the country) that runs from Boxing Day every year until the end of January.
Ipswich Turf Club
RACING SINCE 1848
Join us trackside for a perfect day of racing on Saturday 21st June 2025
Embrace the Ipswich Cup!
Tickets on sale 2025 – Rich in history, heritage and horses there really is nothing like the Ipswich Cup. But it is more than a horse race; it is the social day of the year for the greater Ipswich region.
Workshops Rail Museum
The Workshops Rail Museum is a great day out for the whole family. The Museum is known for their school holiday activities such as Build it!, Circus Train, Toyland Express, The Great Train Robbery, and of course the iconic Day out with Thomas event (the biggest Thomas & Friends event in the country) that runs from Boxing Day every year until the end of January.
Sherrin Rentals Fight in the Night 500 Enduro
2025 – 8 August 7:30AM – 9 August 10:00PM
More information to follow
Brisbane
Jamboree
23 – 24 August 2025
Across 2 Days, Saturday & Sunday you will see some of the Fastest Sport Compact Cars in the World racing to take out the Jamboree title, and break world records!
Australia’s biggest Sport Compact event at Willowbank Raceway!
POWERCRUISE #99
Qld Raceway/Thursday 11th – Sunday 14th September 2025
The Arts
Ipswich Art Gallery is situated in the CBD and has regularly changing art and exhibits. It is interactive and child friendly with a dedicated hands-on Gallery just for children.
