FAQs

Yes! The Podium Party is going to be huge! We will share more details soon. 

Red CentreNATS 11 will be held in Alice Springs from 5 September – 7 September 2025. Why not come early and check out the Desert Nationals at ASID 3 September too!

Spectator tickets are on sale now. Early Bird tickets have now sold out. Beat the gate price and grab you general release tickets now. Buy tickets here. 

The local community is encouraged to participate. We are now accepting Volunteer Applications for the many roles we need to fill to make this event epic. Register here.   

If you have a question – reach out! For all enquiries please contact workforce@summernats.com.au.

Yes, this is an automotive lifestyle festival with entertainment for the whole family. Kids 12 years and under are free, we also have youth prices. Beat the gate price and grab you general release tickets now. Buy tickets here. 

Yes – check out the high level program here, with even more program news still to be announced.

A variety of food, soft drinks, bottled water and alcoholic beverages can be purchased. When purchasing alcoholic beverages you must have a present form of identification which shows that you are 18 years or older.

No food, drinks, alcohol, illegal substances, glass or dangerous objects are allowed into the event. Patrons are not permitted to bring their own eskies into any venue.

Yes, stay tuned for updates on the the full bus schedule.

Yes, patrons are permitted to bring their own fold-up chairs.

There will be no ATMs at the venues, however all caterers will have eftpos facilities to help us move towards cashless transactions. If you need cash, please get it out prior to coming to event venues.

Lost property can be handed in to the Spectator Gate at Lasseters or Alice Springs Inland Dragway.

During the opening hours of the event, security will be in place at the venues. There will also be overnight security at Alice Springs Inland Dragway, and limited overnight security at Lasseters on Friday night only, however owners leave their vehicles onsite at their own risk.

Limited parking spaces for trucks and trailers will be available at ASID over the weekend of Red CentreNATS. There will be security on hand during the event and overnight from Thursday until Sunday night, however owners leave their vehicles onsite at their own risk.

There will be ample room for car parking at Alice Springs Inland Dragway. There is limited parking available at Lasseters, please follow directional signage and staff, or park in town and catch the FREE Bus service.

There will be designated smoking areas at most venues unless otherwise restricted through legislation and venue operators. For the comfort of patrons we ask you smoke in the designated areas. Smoking is not permitted near any food area, bar, children’s activation areas, exhibition or car display areas.

Merchandise will be on sale at Lasseters During scrutineering Wednesday – Friday as well as during the event show Friday night and Saturday. Merchandise will also be available from ASID Friday night, Saturday and Sunday.

Pets are NOT permitted into any Red CentreNATS venue. Guide or assistance dogs are exempt.

Yes, kids aged 12 years and under are free, but please note this is a LOUD event, so we recommend they have adequate ear protection!

Red CentreNATS is proud to participate this year in the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower initiative. The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower is a simple tool to help people living with disabilities that are not immediately obvious. Wearing the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower can discretely indicate to staff that the wearer may need additional help, support or time.

See more information here.