Whats On
Classic Qld
The event is open to all Historic 5th Category race cars, classic and modern cars plus motorcycles offering Circuit Racing, Super Sprints and Timed Trials (Regularity). Entry will be through the Motorsport Australia online event entry system when entries open. Make sure you book your accommodation early so you don’t miss out.
Call us now on (07) 3202 4622 or book direct for best rates at www.countrymotelipswich.com
4 – 6 July 2025
Queensland Raceway 133 Champions Way, Willowbank, Qld
Dobinson’s King of the Strip – 2025
📅 Saturday 5 July 2025 📍 Willowbank Raceway
The ultimate showdown is back! Dobinson’s King of the Strip returns for its fifth year, bringing a massive day of high-powered 4x4s, modified beasts, and drag racing thrills. Watch as competitors battle it out for the crown – who will be named King of the Strip in 2025?
🛏️ Stay with Us
Country Motel Ipswich is just a short drive from Willowbank Raceway and offers clean, comfortable rooms, easy parking for trailers, and friendly service – ideal for racers, spectators, and families.
👉 Book your stay now: www.countrymotelipswich.com
📞 Or call us on (07) 3202 4622
Marburg Christmas in July Markets
Saturday 05 July 2025
8:00 AM – 2:00 PM – 44/55 Queen St, Marburg
Marburg Christmas in July Markets. Something for everyone and a relaxed country environment. Candles, jewellery, crystals, home decor, handmade crafts, ceramics, pottery, bath, beauty, crotchet, embroidery, knitting, needle craft, children’s clothes, toys, home baked goods, mini pancakes, sweets, lollies. Canteen, barista coffee, cold drinks, sandwiches, cakes, slices, hot chips, burgers. Singing by Lester Knopke and Just Singing Group.
Marburg Pacing Assoc Inc.
Race day
Sunday 06 July 2025 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
44/55 Queen St, Marburg QLD 4346
Just a short drive from Ipswich you will find the Marburg Racing venue. Enjoy a country family day at the trots. Family friendly surroundings close to the racing action. Free to public Canteen, delicious food Licensed Bar, cold beverages, TAB open Minitrotter races as well as full race card.
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
❄️ Winter Feast Twilight Event – Stay and Play in Ipswich! ❄️
Saturday 12 July 2025 | 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 81 Warwick Rd, Ipswich QLD
Step into a magical winter wonderland at Ipswich’s Winter Feast Twilight Event!
Bring the whole family for an unforgettable evening of:
✨ Food trucks & scrumptious winter cuisine🎶 Live music to warm your soul🎡 Kids rides & activities🛍️ Market stalls with arts, crafts & winter treasures❄️ And yes – there’s a snow machine!
Make a weekend of it!
Stay just minutes away at Country Motel Ipswich – your perfect base for comfort and convenience.✅ Family-friendly rooms✅ Free parking✅ Relaxed resort-style setting
👉 Book your stay now and enjoy all the winter fun Ipswich has to offer! Call: (07) 3202 4622 or www.countrymotelipswich.com
#WinterFeastIpswich #CountryMotelIpswich #ExploreIpswich #WinterWonderland2025
All Ford Day 2025
📅 Saturday 20 July 2025 | Willowbank Raceway
Now in its 42nd year, All Ford Day is the ultimate celebration for Ford enthusiasts – from classic icons to modern muscle. Hosted by the Falcon GT Club, this much-loved event brings together passionate fans from across the country.
Event Highlights: 🚗 Show & Shine displays 🏁 Drag racing action 🔧 Swap meet & trade stalls 🎡 Free kids rides – fun for the whole family!
Stay just minutes from the action at Country Motel Ipswich.
Clean, comfortable rooms, trailer-friendly parking, and friendly service.
👉 Book now: www.countrymotelipswich.com
📞 (07) 3202 4622
WILLOWBANK RACEWAY
Saturday 2nd August 2025
Round 4
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.
2025 Ipswich Super 440
8th – 10th August 2025
Queensland Raceway
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 – 15 August 7:30AM – 17 August 10:00PM
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!
🏉 Brisbane Lions AFLW – Home Games in Ipswich!
Get ready for a huge AFLW season as the Brisbane Lions return to their home ground at Brighton Homes Arena, Springfield – right here in Ipswich!
📍 Just 25 minutes from the action, Country Motel Ipswich is the perfect place to stay on game days!
🛏️ Comfy, spacious rooms
🍽️ Onsite restaurant
🚗 Easy access & free parking
🎟️ 2025 Home Game Dates at Brighton Homes Arena:
📅 17 Aug – 12:40 PM📅 31 Aug – 5:05 PM📅 14 Sept – 3:05 PM
📅 28 Sept – 3:05 PM📅 11 Oct – 4:05 PM📅 25 Oct – 6:15 PM
🎯 Make a weekend of it – book your stay early!
👉 www.countrymotelipswich.com | 📞 (07) 3202 4622
5 – 7 September 2025
The Motorsport Australia State Circuit Racing Championship is back at Queensland Raceway again in 2025! The MA State Championship is being contested across 5 action packed rounds at 2 x Circuits, and will see the Queensland State Circuit Racing Champion crowned for each Motorsport Australia Sanctioned Category!
POWERCRUISE #99
Qld Raceway/Thursday 11th – Sunday 14th September 2025
QLD’s toughest street machines, race cars, burnout machines & sleepers – there is something for everyone!! PLUS want to show off your pride and joy? Go into our Show & Shine.
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.
QRDC Round 3
26th September 2025
Experience the Thrill at the Queensland Racing Drivers’ Championship 2025!
Get ready for Queensland’s premier motorsport event—the Queensland Racing Drivers’ Championship (QRDC)! As part of the AASA QLD State Championship, this adrenaline-fueled competition will unfold over five action-packed rounds in 2025.
Upcoming dates: 17 Oct – 7th Nov
Spring Drift Matsuri
Australia’s BIGGEST Drift festivals are right here at QLD Raceway! Over two days of wall to wall drifting, car culture and party vibes!
October 3rd to October 5th 2025
Queensland Raceway’s Spring & Autumn Drift Matsuri are the biggest drift events in Australia, presented by Queensland Raceway, bringing only good vibes & good times for an epic weekend of JDM car culture mixed in with European & Australian flair.
CMC Rocks QLD 2026
Accommodation Available! 
Book now before they’re gone! 
(07) 3202 4622 or:
https://www.thebookingbutton.com.au//properties/ipswichcmdirect
Gulf Western Oil Winternationals
🗓️ 5-7 June 2026
🏁 Plan ahead for 2026 – Pre book your accommodation!!!
Book direct for the best rates at www.countrymotelipswich.com or call (07) 3202 4622.
Whether you’re a motorsport fanatic or just love a great day out, this is one event you won’t ever want to miss!
GT World Challenge Australia 2026
Queensland Raceway
Australia’s premier GT racing returns to Queensland Raceway this June as part of the Shannons SpeedSeries!
Don’t miss the thunder of exotic machines in a high-stakes showdown powered by AWS.
🏁 Round 3 – June 2026
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.
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.