Toranafest

31/05/2026

We are proud to be sponsors of Toranafest 2026 which will be held from the 19th - 20th September 2026 at Maitland Park 😍

In 2024 more than 567 entrants travelled from all over Australia to participate in the event which was the biggest Toranafest event in history with proceeds raised going to charities including Ronald McDonald House and Dog Rescue Newcastle.

Join like minded holden enthusiasts for what is going to be an amazing day out!!

If you would like to enter your vehicle in Toranafest go to eventbrite to complete your entry at https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/toranafest-2026-tickets-1982556685415

Spectators are free.

Please note vehicle entries close Friday 25th August at 5:00pm.

For more information check out the Toranafest page at https://www.facebook.com/Toranafest

31/05/2026

Welcome aboard Gassed Automotive

29/05/2026

Alright Trendsetters, buckle up, we’ve cracked 350 Toranafest entries!

Huge thanks to our mates at Endeavour Marine in Cardiff for backing the event. Boats, parts, servicing...if it floats, they’ve got it covered. Go check them out and show them some love.

We’re also excited to announce that Toranafest now has its own official theme song. More to come soon...all we'll say for now is: “When you’re hot, you’re hot…”

To celebrate the big 3‑5‑0, let’s see your 350 related Torana pics.
From 350 Chev to 350 Holley, if it's 350, post it!

And for a bit of fun, we want to see if you can balance the reactions and comments at 350 each.
Let’s go, legends!

26/05/2026

Hello everyone!
My name is Georgia, I am a proud member of the Hunter Valley Torana Club and owner of a beast! I’ve been a part of the Torana community since 2014, over those years ive been taught so much, always felt loved/welcomed and made so many memories with amazing people. These people have become my family.
Lucky for me I grew up around cars, always helping dad in the shed that has now led me to the love of Torana’s. I own a two door LJ that requires a restoration which is moving along slowly. While I tinker with mine, I’m blessed to be able to drive my dad’s second Torana which is pictured below. It’s a balmoral green four door LJ, named Olive. This car and I have made many miles going as far north as the Gold Coast and as far south to Melbourne. The thrill I get from driving it and getting away with so many great people.
As much as I love my four wheels, I love my four-legged animals. Pictured below is my other pride and joy Zora. She has been to many Torana events with me. She brings as much joy as Torana’s do to me. Lucky for us at Toranafest one of our biggest charities is Dog Rescue Newcastle. I have family members that have fostered dogs through this organisation, they are absolutely wonderful!
If you are planning on joining us on the Sunday at the show and shine, if you can please bring dog food or items to donate to this wonderful charity!
Ladies show me your Torana’s!

23/05/2026

Hello Torana Lovers,
With less than 16 weeks to go, things are gearing up around Maitland!!
Please see below for a quick update on accommodation and a reminder about shirts.

Accommodation:
Maitland City Motel will now be available for Toranafest weekend. These rooms will book out fast, so get in early!

T-Shirts:
Our T‑shirt order will be submitted in the next few weeks, so if you haven’t entered yet, now’s the time!
After this order is placed, we can’t guarantee your preferred T‑shirt size.

Big thanks to John from House of Muscle, he has done an amazing job on the shirt design. You won't want to miss out on this one!
Get your entry and lock in your shirt now at the link below.

EARLY ENTRY
$95 (+ $6.90 Eventbrite fee)
Includes T‑shirt, goodie bag & number plate
Closes 9pm, 31 July

STANDARD ENTRY
$115 (+ $6.90 Eventbrite fee)

Number plates are limited to the first 400 entries at this time.

All entries close 5pm, 21 August.
NO ENTRIES WILL BE TAKEN ON THE DAY

Secure your spot here:
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/toranafest-2026-tickets-1982556685415?aff=oddtdtcreator

As always, updates will be posted here so don't change the channel!
See you all in September!!

05/05/2026

Hi everyone,

With Toranafest preparations now in full swing, we’re excited to announce a Friday night get‑together at the Bradford Hotel, Rutherford. More details will be shared as we get closer to the date.

A big thanks to the Bradford for coming on board, and also to the Hunter Gateway Motel for their support. We reckon the staff there have earned themselves a spin in a Torana. If anyone’s keen to make that happen, we're sure they'll appreciate it.

We’ve also hit 308 entrants.
To celebrate this iconic number, show us your 308's in the comments!

20/04/2026

Toranafest is shaping up fast behind the scenes, a huge thanks to all our sponsors and early entrants for the support. Get your entry now at https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/toranafest-2026-tickets-1982556685415?aff=oddtdtcreator

And a big nod to our Platinum sponsor, Endeavour Marine, now located in Cardiff, NSW. If you’ve got marine needs, they’re the team to see.

But for right now, let’s turn it up to eleven!
We love our clean, original classics… but we want to see the fire breathing monsters.

Show us the stuff out of the bonnet, big wheel, belly scraping, earth shaking weapons you’ve built.
If it snarls, scrapes, whistles, or tries to tear the bitumen off the road, we want to see it. 4, 6, or v8, it doesn't matter.

Drop your pics below with some build details, and let’s fill this feed with the wildest machines in the Torana world.
Let the monsters out.

06/04/2026

Heading to Toranafest and looking for accomodation?

Check out the Toranafest 2026 Accommodation Special from Vacy Hunter Valley Lodge at vhvlodge.com

Stay 3 nights or more at Vacy Hunter Valley Lodge and get 20% off!
Use promo code TORANA26 when booking.

What you’ll enjoy:

-Park right outside your room

-Free Wi‑Fi

-Spacious outdoor area perfect for meet‑ups

-Only 25 minutes from Maitland Park

-Central Vacy location close to cafés, restaurants, and the local pub

The perfect spot to relax, and enjoy your Toranafest weekend.

Book now at vhvlodge.com
Use code TORANA26 to secure your 20% discount.

15/03/2026

Are you interested in sponsoring Toranafest?

19-20th Sept, Maitland Park and surrounds.

Over the years, we’ve proudly raised many thousands of dollars for local charities, including Ronald McDonald House here in the Newcastle and Hunter region. We will continue to support this charity in 2026. Your generous support helps us continue making a difference in our community.

We offer three sponsorship packages for your consideration:

Gold Sponsorship – from $1,500

Medium sleeve (or back if preferred) logo placement on our event polo shirt

Promotion on social media and multiple announcements throughout the event

Two complimentary event polo shirts

Certificate of appreciation

Market size display site on Sunday’s event day

Silver Sponsorship – from $1,000

Small logo placement on the back of our event polo shirt

Promotion on social media and multiple announcements throughout the event

One complimentary event polo shirt

Certificate of appreciation

Bronze Sponsorship – from $500

Promotion and acknowledgement throughout the event day

Business name printed back of our event polo shirt

One complimentary event polo shirt

Certificate of appreciation

To ensure your logo is included in the design, please have your sponsorship and logo submitted by 30th April.

Sponsorships received after 30th April are still very welcome - you’ll still receive your shirt, promotion, and certificate - but your logo may not appear on the shirt due to printing restraints. We’d love your support and look forward to showcasing our amazing sponsors!

Why Be Part of Toranafest?

Australia’s biggest Torana gathering! In 2024, more than 567 entrants from across the country rolled into Maitland, our strongest turnout ever.

Instant buzz. Within hours of announcing this year’s event, Maitland’s accommodation was almost completely booked out.

Massive audience reach. Over 10,000 people attended the 2024 event, and our page clocked more than 1 million views in the lead-up!

Unmissable exposure. We ordered 1,400 event polo shirts in 2024, and sold every single one! Your business or brand will be seen across Australia.

National recognition. Toranafest is one of the signature automotive events of the Hunter Valley, revered by car lovers nationwide. Local & National media attention assured!

2026 is already making noise. Our event announcement attracted 160,000+ page hits in just under 12 hours and momentum is only building.

We truly appreciate your support in helping us create another successful event and give back to local families and charities. If you have any questions or would like to discuss sponsorship options, please don’t hesitate to send this page a message, or email us at [email protected].

We’d love to hear from you!

14/02/2026

❤️ This Valentine’s Day… Choose a Torana. Choose Toranafest. ❤️
Forget the flowers and fancy dinners, your real Valentine is waiting in the garage.

Proudly brought to you by our platinum sponsor Endeavour Marine, entries are now open for Toranafest, the ultimate celebration of Australia’s most iconic love affair: you and your Torana.

From the sleek lines of an XU‑1, the raw presence of an L34, the attitude of an A9X, and everything in between…
There’s no Valentine quite like a Torana.

Early entry cost: $95 (+ $6.90 Eventbrite fee)
(includes a goodie bag with t‑shirt and number plate)
Early entry cut‑off: 9pm, 31 July

After this date, entry is $115 (+ $6.90 Eventbrite fee)

Number plates limited to the first 400 entries at this point.

All entries close at 5pm on 21 August. There will be no entries taken on the day.

We recommend entering early to secure your required t‑shirt size.

The Saturday Cruise is back for 2026 - full details coming soon.

As always, Toranafest is a non‑profit event, with all proceeds supporting Ronald McDonald House and Dog Rescue Newcastle.

So, make a date with your Torana.
Make a date with Toranafest. 💖
19–20 September 2026

Get your entry now at:

Get your Torana's ready for Toranafest 2026 - Celebrating 50yrs since the 1976 Bathurst Race.