A new event, Fan-Fest Tuesday powered by Repco, has been added to the popular Bathurst 1000 off-track events calendar.
Mayor Cr Robert Taylor said the off-track program brings the excitement and colour of the Bathurst 1000 into the heart of the CBD, and this year’s Fan-Fest Tuesday will kick off the race week celebrations.
“Fan-Fest Tuesday on 7 October will feature twilight markets, food trucks and family friendly entertainment and activities, as well as plenty of chances to win with a series of on-stage giveaways as we kick off race week in Kings Parade, from 3pm until 8pm,” Mayor Taylor said.
Repco’s Executive General Manager - Marketing, Mitch Wiley, said Repco is proud to work in conjunction with Bathurst Regional Council to bring Fan-Fest Tuesday to life.
"The Repco Bathurst 1000 is no longer just a four-day motorsport event. It's a week-long celebration of all things cars, and Fan-Fest Tuesday will set the tone by bringing fans, locals, and visitors together in the heart of Bathurst for an unforgettable start to the week of The Great Race," said Mr Wiley.
Supercars Head of Events, Nicole Dickinson, similarly said the new Fan-Fest Tuesday initiative is a perfect way to build anticipation for Australia’s biggest race.
“Race week at Bathurst is one of the most exciting times of the year for motorsport fans, and Fan-Fest Tuesday is going to take that buzz to the next level.
“It’s a chance for fans to come together, meet drivers, enjoy great entertainment, and be part of the magic of Bathurst before the first car even hits the track.
“And the excitement continues on Wednesday evening, 8 October, with the Repco Bathurst 1000 Street Party on Russell Street, featuring a spectacular Track to Town parade of all 27 cars from Mount Panorama, the thrilling PIRTEK Pit Stop Challenge finals, and an all-driver signing session,” Dickinson said.
Mayor Taylor further commented on another new initiative for 2025, the Bathurst Bargain Book – a coupon book offering revved up race week offers.
“The Bathurst Bargain Book will feature discounts and offers at local businesses to encourage visiting race goers to visit and spend in and around our region. Plus, another opportunity for our local businesses to be in the spotlight is by participating in the Fan-Fest Tuesday giveaway event. If you have a product or item you think would make for a great race week prize, Council’s Events team will be keen to hear from you,” remarked Mayor Taylor.
Additionally, Mayor Taylor affirmed that the popular race week window display competition is back again in 2025.
“Local businesses who look to decorate and turbocharge their storefront window displays will be in the running to win great prizes and, thanks to our friends at Repco, participating businesses will also receive four-day general admission passes to the 2025 Repco Bathurst 1000!” Mayor Taylor said.
During the Bathurst 1000, Council will be heading trackside at Mount Panorama with staff onsite promoting the Bathurst Region and all that our area has to offer to visiting race fans. Opportunities for local brand exposure at Council’s trackside stall are outlined below.
To get involved and to find out more about Council’s race week program, visit: Repco Bathurst 1000 Bathurst Regional Council
What’s On During Race Week & How to Get Involved:
Media contact: Genevieve Green Media and Communications Officer
P: 02 6333 6179 M: 0448 685 340 E: genevieve.green@bathurst.nsw.gov.au