Whats On
Pro Alcohol Nationals
24 – 25 January 2026
Pro Alcohol Nationals, Willowbank Raceway
Season Three launches in Queensland with the Pro Alcohol Nationals on the Australia Day long weekend, a showcase for Pro Alcohol drivers, competing alongside Aeroflow Sportsman racers, kicking off their championship chase in style.
Powercruise #99.5
Queensland Raceway
5th -7th February 2026
WILLOWBANK RACEWAY
5th – 7th February 2026
Built on horsepower, tight competition, and true grassroots spirit
Kenda 660 events deliver heads-up 1/8mile action
The Powercruise 2026 Line-Up Has Landed!!
The 2026 calendar just dropped — and yep, it’s the year of the massive Powercruise #100, going down at Queensland Raceway, the home of Powercruise, right where it all began.
Time to start booking that leave & accommodation! 😎🏁
WILLOWBANK RACEWAY
Saturday 14th February 2026
Season 3 Calendar 2026
Willowbank Raceway – SAVE THE DATES!!!
Winternationals 4th – 7th June 2026
Pro Stock Nationals 12th September 2026
Historic Racing Car Club
HRCC TTT
14th – 15th February 2026
Classic Qld is scheduled for
3rd – 5th JULY – WATCH THIS SPACE FOR MORE INFO TO COME
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.
CMC Rocks QLD 2026
Accommodation Available! 
Book now before they’re gone! 
(07) 3202 4622 or:
https://www.thebookingbutton.com.au//properties/ipswichcmdirect
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
2 Days of Thunder
1st – 3rd May 2006
Queensland Raceway
1 Day Powerplay #54
Saturday 9th May 2026
Queensland Raceway
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.
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.
Australia’s largest drag racing event returns to Queensland for four days of championship action. Every major category will be on track as titles start to take shape and the action comes thick and fast at one of Australia’s most iconic drag racing events.
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 12th – 14th 2026
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.
Australian Super Bike Championship
ASBK
Grand Finale
Queensland Raceway
26 – 28 June – Secure your accommodation @ Country Motel Ipswich
Book direct and $$$AVE
(07) 3202 4622
The Arts
Ipswich Art Gallery is situated in the CBD and has regularly changing art and exhibits. It is interactive and child friendly with a dedicated hands-on Gallery just for children.
2026 Fight in the Night
14th – 16th August
Queensland Raceway
Secure your quality accommodation at Country Motel Ipswich
Workshops Rail Museum
The Workshops Rail Museum is a great day out for the whole family. The Museum is known for their school holiday activities such as Build it!, Circus Train, Toyland Express, The Great Train Robbery, and of course the iconic Day out with Thomas event (the biggest Thomas & Friends event in the country) that runs from Boxing Day every year until the end of January.
2026 Ipswich Super 440
21st – 23rd August 2026
Queensland Raceway is back on the Supercars calendar again!
Supercars will tackle the six-turn circuit, often dubbed the ‘Paperclip,’ for an exhilarating weekend of racing at Queensland Raceway.
Secure your quality accommodation at Country Motel Ipswich
Are you up for the Challenge?
Experience the thrill of a lifetime driving a Holden or Ford V8 Race Car around the infamous Queensland Raceway in Willowbank!
We are one of the closest accommodation venues to Queensland’s premier race circuit – Willowbank. Just 10 minutes to the circuit where the biggest two & four-wheel events, in Qld, take place. This is the only location near Brisbane where you can drive on the same race track that international heroes do.
2026 Brisbane Jamboree
SAVE the date!
22-23 August – Secure your accommodation @ Country Motel Ipswich
Book direct and $$$AVE
(07) 3202 4622
Powercruise #100
Yep, it’s the year of the massive Powercruise #100, going down at Queensland Raceway, the home of Powercruise, right where it all began.
Time to start booking that leave & accommodation! 😎🏁
7th – 13th September 2026
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.
Pro Stock Nationals
12th September 2026
Pro Stock Nationals, Willowbank Raceway
Pro Stock takes centre stage in Queensland starring Pro Stock and Pro Stock Bike, joined by Sportsman racers chasing valuable late-season points in their quest for a national title.
🏉 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
🎯 Make a weekend of it – book your stay early!
👉 www.countrymotelipswich.com | 📞 (07) 3202 4622