Adelaides number one indoor and outdoor Automotive Expo

The expo provides an extensive display of vehicles covering a wide range of automotive styles and categories. Visitors can expect to see hot rods, street machines, custom vehicles, performance cars, Australian vehicles, American cars, Japanese imports, European vehicles, restored vehicles, modified cars and exotic models. The event also includes motorcycles, providing a broader display for visitors interested in two wheeled vehicles.

The official event information states that the expo can feature up to 800 cars and motorbikes across its indoor and outdoor display areas. The exhibition combines the main indoor pavilion with outdoor spaces at the Adelaide Showground, giving exhibitors and vehicle owners opportunities to present different types of vehicles and automotive builds.

Featured Expo Events

Adelaide Auto Expo incorporates several themed automotive activities and displays. The 2026 program includes the Extreme Auto Expo, Extreme 4x4 Expo, Adelaide Hot Rod Show, Adelaide Import Salon, Adelaide EV Expo and Show N Shine. These different sections provide visitors with opportunities to explore customised vehicles, imports, classic vehicles, electric vehicles and performance focused automotive builds.

Additional attractions listed by the organiser include Cars N Coffee, Elite Show Cars, Zippel Cruise, Aussie Classics and Muscle Car Cruise, Elite Showcars from the East Coast, HORSEPOWER and Heels, the 1000 Horsepower Club, Hot Rod Colouring in Competition, King of Car Clubs, U PULL IT Junior Time Attack, In The Build, Traders Alley, Tuff Street, Kit Cars and Motorbikes.

Automotive Products and Traders

The expo also provides space for automotive traders and businesses. Visitors can browse products, parts, accessories and services associated with the automotive industry. The event information states that more than 40 traders can participate, giving attendees an opportunity to discover automotive products alongside the vehicle displays.

The combination of vehicle displays and trade exhibitors makes the event relevant to both enthusiasts and people interested in automotive products and modifications. Visitors can spend time exploring display vehicles before moving through the trader areas and other attractions around the showground.

Family Activities

Adelaide Auto Expo is designed to appeal to more than dedicated car enthusiasts. The organiser highlights activities for children and families, creating a broader event experience. The event can therefore attract families looking for an automotive themed weekend activity as well as individual enthusiasts and vehicle owners.

The range of displays, vehicle categories and entertainment activities provides different points of interest throughout the exhibition. Children under 13 can attend free according to the official spectator information, with a free Hot Wheels car also offered to eligible children.

Venue and Exhibition Space

The Adelaide Auto Expo is held at the Adelaide Showground in Wayville. The 2026 event uses the Jubilee Pavilion together with outdoor areas around the pavilion. The organiser describes the 2026 exhibition as using a large carpeted pavilion as well as grassed and paved outdoor areas.

The Adelaide Showground is located on Goodwood Road, Wayville, approximately five minutes by car from Adelaide CBD. The venue has public transport connections and on site parking facilities, making it accessible for visitors travelling from Adelaide and surrounding suburbs.

Event Schedule

The expo begins on Friday evening, 13 November 2026, with public opening hours from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM. It continues on Saturday, 14 November 2026, from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM. The official event page and ticketing platform provide these operating hours.

The event runs across approximately one and a half days, giving visitors an evening session on Friday followed by a full Saturday program. Tickets are available for individual days, while children aged 12 and under can enter free according to the published ticket information.

Automotive Enthusiast Experience

The Adelaide Auto Expo provides a setting for vehicle owners, automotive businesses and enthusiasts to share their interests. Displays range from classic and restored vehicles to modern modified cars, imports, performance builds and electric vehicles. The combination of indoor displays, outdoor activities and trader areas creates a varied exhibition format.

With its established history and broad range of automotive categories, the event provides an opportunity for visitors to discover different vehicle styles, meet other enthusiasts and explore automotive products and displays in one location.

Adelaide Auto Expo 2026 Summary

Adelaide Auto Expo 2026 takes place on 13 and 14 November at Adelaide Showground, Wayville, South Australia. The program includes vehicle displays, automotive traders, custom builds, hot rods, imports, motorcycles, electric vehicles, family activities and specialist automotive attractions. It is presented as the 20th year of the Adelaide Auto Expo and forms part of Adelaide’s automotive event calendar for 2026.