With just one week to go until the 2026 MXGP of Australia presented by Sitzler roars back into Darwin from September 18-20, the Top End is gearing up for a huge three days of motorsport action.
Hidden Valley will transform into a festival-style motocross precinct, combining world-class racing with a huge off-track entertainment program for families, fans and visitors.
The purpose-built 1.6km Protraxx circuit will host the world’s premier motocross riders across MXGP, MX2 and WMX, delivering three days of high-intensity racing on a track featuring 22 corners, 21 jumps, a 90-metre start straight, rolling waves, a triple step-up and 30-metre jumps.
A stacked field of international riders, Australian wildcards and rising stars will line up in Darwin.
In MXGP, fans will see multiple world champions Romain Febvre, Jeffrey Herlings and Tim Gajser, as well as 2025 Darwin podium finishers Simon Längenfelder and Kay de Wolf stepping up from MX2.
The MX2 class features returning 2025 Darwin champion Sacha Coenen, current championship leader Farres Guillem and world title contender Camden McLellan.
In WMX, two-time and reigning champion Lotte van Drunen returns to defend her Darwin round title alongside current world championship leader Daniela Guillén and six-time world champion Kiara Fontanesi, while reigning ProMX and American champion Lachlan Turner could really cause a stir in her first Darwin appearance.
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On Friday, 18 September, the action begins with the MA Motocross State Challenge -before fans head to the Darwin Waterfront for the exclusive MXGP rider signing session from 4.30-7.00pm – a chance to meet the sport’s biggest stars, grab autographs and snap photos with the MXGP championship trophy.
Across the weekend, fans can explore a massive entertainment program including the Superior Sands Sandpit, PROTRAXX Chill Zone, Katherine Outback Experience, Kakadu Air scenic flights, Reptile Territory, a dedicated Kids’ Entertainment Program, and the Big Bus offering the best seats in the house.
In exciting news, the 2027 provisional MXGP calendar has now been released featuring 20 grands prix across four continents, including the MXGP of Australia presented by Sitzler from September 17-19.
Delivered by Tourism and Events NT, in partnership with MXGP rights-holder Infront Moto Racing and Motorcycling Australia, the MXGP of Australia remains one of the must-see events on the Top End calendar.
Grab your tickets now, starting from $45 for single-day entry. Kids 12 and under are free with a paying adult, and 3-Day Hot Passes are available for $150. Limited premium experiences remain, including the Skybox, Holeshot Hotel, and Paddock Pass upgrades.
For tickets, the full event program, race times and all other details, visit mxgpaustralia.com.au.