Mansfield Week of Wheels

Published on 11 August 2023

A new weeklong festival of all things wheels is set to take place from 27 Jan – 4 Feb 2024 in Mansfield.

Bookended by Horsepower in The High Country and OzCarFest, the week will see two of the largest car shows in the North East and a week of activities, fun and high power for motor enthusiasts, families and kids.

The week will begin with the Horsepower in The High Country show n’ shine and family day on Saturday 27 January at the Mansfield Botanic Park. Mayor Cr James Tehan said this event saw over 260 vehicles last year and over 2500 attendees.

“It was a fantastic event for motor enthusiasts and families alike, with a diverse range of cars, motorcycles, and boats, with live music, food, drinks, and even a waterslide for the kids,” he said.

“Council is delighted to support this event, which is run by the Delatite Drivers Car Club. Once again they will be raising money for the Mansfield Autism Statewide Services Operation Gamechanger, which saw $8,000 contributed in 2023.”

From Friday 2 Feb – Sunday 4 Feb the new Mansfield OzCarFest will be in town, celebrating all things that iconic Australian classic vehicles represent. Activities will include touring events, street displays, period music, mystery runs, show ‘n shines and an awards ceremony.

Throughout the week there will also be pop up displays from local car dealerships, including Martin’s Garage (representing Subaru, Nissan and Isuzu) and Delatite Ford. Other activations, emergency vehicle displays, show ‘n shines, and more will feature during the week with further details to come.

“We are looking forward to seeing what the OzCarFest organisers bring to Mansfield,” said Mayor Tehan.

“It promises to be an excellent event for enthusiasts in rounding out the Week of Wheels.”