
About Us
About Red CentreNATS
The 12th annual Red CentreNATS, presented by LMCT+ brings thousands together in Alice Springs for four days of cars, bikes and culture.
- Event
- Red CentreNATS presented by LMCT+
- Dates
- 3-6 September 2026
- Location
- Alice Springs, Northern Territory
The program is stacked with highlights. Expect drag racing, burnouts, motorkhana and roll racing alongside dazzling show and shines. The legendary street parade fills the town centre with hundreds of machines, greeted by cheering crowds.
Held across Father’s Day weekend, Red CentreNATS blends fierce competition, stunning builds and community spirit. It is a festival unlike any other in the country.
Delivered by the team behind Australia’s Biggest and Best Car Festivals
Red CentreNATS is proudly delivered by Out There Group – the crew behind Australia’s most iconic car festivals, including Summernats, MotorEx, Northern Nats and Motorvation. We know how to put on a show, and we’re bringing that same energy and expertise to the Red Centre. Join Us!
Past Red CentreNATS Champions
The Grand Champion title is one of Red CentreNATS’ most coveted honours, celebrating cars that can perform, not just look the part. Here’s a look at the past Champions.
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2015
John Curwen-Walker, FX Holden
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2016
Gregg Foss, XP Fairmont
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2017
Layton Crambrook, HUMBLE HQ GTS Monaro
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2018
Troy David, PRIMED FJ Holden ute
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2019
Brent Murray, EVL68 Dodge Dart
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2020
Grame Miller, EH Holden sedan
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2021
Billy Shelton, VL Commodore – SICKEST
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2022
Nigel Warr, HQ Holden ute
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2023
Brent Murray, Dodge Dart
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2024
Tom Warr, 1974 HQ ute
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2025
Jim McLaren HQ Monaro


















