Join us for German Auto Day (GAD) 2026! This exciting one-day event celebrates the very best of German engineering and will once again be held in the Canberra region. GAD is a collaborative showcase featuring iconic marques including Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Volkswagen, and a range of rare and unique German vehicles.
Whether it’s your daily driver, track car, project or garage queen - we want you to display it! Last year our (BMW) turnout was incredible—let’s make 2026 even bigger and better.
️Event Entry
- Display Entry: $10 per vehicle
- BMWCCC Show ‘n’ Shine Entry: $20 per vehicle
(Entry fees contribute towards trophies and event costs. No refunds will be issued within 7 days prior to the event (from 13 September 2026).)
Note: Show ‘n’ Shine entries close Monday, 14 September 2026 to allow judging preparation.
BMWCCC Show ‘n’ Shine
BMW Car Club Canberra members - don’t miss out!
This is a fun and friendly competition with trophies up for grabs. There’s no need for concours-level detailing - just bring your car clean and looking its best!
Event Day Details
- Date: Sunday, 20 September 2026
- Entry from: 8:00am
- All vehicles in place by: 9:30am
We recommend arriving early to avoid congestion.
Facilities: Restrooms available on site
Weather: Any changes will be communicated closer to the event
Parking & Entry
Please enter via the main venue entrance.
Special Feature Display
40 Years of the BMW M3
To celebrate the milestone and mark 40 years of the BMW M3, we’re planning a special display featuring all M3 generations—from the iconic E30 M3 onwards.
If you own an M3, we’d love you to be part of this unique celebration!
Fun for the Whole Family
There’ll be plenty to enjoy on the day, including:
- Food and coffee
- Family-friendly activities
- A wide range of incredible cars on display
Important Reminder
Please respond to this invitation so we can ensure adequate parking space.
If your plans change, kindly cancel your registration so others can attend.
Further Information
Additional details (including the event map, schedules, Show ‘n’ Shine forms, and presentation times) will be shared with entrants closer to the day.
We look forward to seeing you there for another fantastic German Auto Day!
