Waterfall Way VW Bash 2026 - Event Schedule -

Bellingen Showgrounds, NSW

Waterfall Way
VW Bash 2026

30th July – 3rd August · All VW Types Welcome

5 Days of VW Fun

Camping · Show & Shine · Cruise

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Join us for 5 days of VW fun, camping under the stars, cruising the scenic Waterfall Way, and showing off your classic rides. Bring your family, your mates, and your VW spirit — all are welcome!

THU
30 JUL

Arrival Day

VW Campers Arrive in Bellingen

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All Day

🚐Arrival & Check-In

Roll in, park up, and check in at the registration desk. Receive your show bag and any prepaid merchandise. Take your time setting up camp and settling in.

Show Bag Merchandise Pickup

All Day

🌿Explore Bellingen Town

Just a 5-minute walk from the Showgrounds.

Bellingen Museum – Entry $5 · bellingenmuseum.org.au
The Yellow Shed · AWL Leather · Cargo Lane – Quaint local stores
Bellingen Brewing Co. – Craft beer & boutique bar · bellobrewery.com.au

2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

🤝Sponsor Retail Stalls Open

Our valued sponsors are set up in a dedicated retail area attached to the Main Hall.

Thursday2:00pm – 6:00pm

Friday2:00pm – 6:00pm

SaturdayOpen all day

Sunday2:00pm – 6:00pm

6:00 PM

🤝Welcome Meet & Greet

Join us in the Main Hall for a relaxed welcome gathering. Catch up with old friends and meet new VW enthusiasts. BYO drinks.

Main Hall BYO Drinks

FRI
31 JUL

Cruise Day

🎅 Christmas in July Theme Night

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Morning

☕Breakfast

Start the day right with coffee and a hot breakfast from Carnivore Kitchen.

Morning

🚐VW Cruise – Waterfall Way

Scenic cruise through the hinterland with two stops:

Dorrigo National Park & Waterfalls – Rainforest views, waterfalls, fresh mountain air
Edge of Time Art Gallery – Open 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Gold coin donation

Dorrigo NP Art Gallery

Lunch

🍽Heritage Hotel Dorrigo – Bistro Lunch

Relax and enjoy lunch with the group at the iconic Heritage Hotel. heritagehoteldorrigo.com.au

6:00 PM

🎄Christmas in July – Social Night

Get festive, VW style! Meet in the Main Hall from 6pm.

Decorate your VW with Christmas lights
Wear your best (or worst!) Christmas jumper
Live entertainment · BYO drinks · Food truck available

🎅 Theme Night Live Entertainment

SAT
1 AUG

Show & Shine

🏆 The Main Event

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Morning

☕Breakfast from Carnivore Kitchen

Grab your coffee and a hearty breakfast before a big day of VWs.

7:30 AM – 11:30 AM

🌿Bellingen Growers Market

Fresh local produce and handmade goods right here at the Showgrounds. bellingengrowersmarket.com.au

At the Showgrounds

9:00 AM

✨Show & Shine Begins – Top 10 Judging

Park your VW in the Arena and be part of the display. Judging takes place throughout the morning.

Free – Registered Participants

Unregistered Day Visitors (Saturday only):
Free entry to the grounds · Show & Shine entry $20
Evening entertainment after 6pm & Thu/Fri/Sun access not included

All Day

🔧Swap Meet

Browse, buy, and swap parts and VW treasures throughout the day.

12:30 PM

🏅Trophy Presentation

Top 10 trophies will be presented at the Showgrounds. Join us as we celebrate some standout Volkswagens.

Top 10 Trophies

6:00 PM

🍔Evening Entertainment

Carnivore Kitchen serving dinner. Relax, socialise and enjoy the evening.

Live entertainment
BYO drinks

Live Entertainment

SUN
2 AUG

Relax & Explore

🌅 Wind Down Day

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Morning

🧘Morning Yoga – Main Hall

Start your Sunday gently with yoga by Kerry. Suitable for all levels — bring your own mat.

Morn or Arvo

🛶Bellingen Canoe Adventures – Flatwater Guided Tour

Relax on the river with a guided paddle on the Bellinger. Explore the serene waterways and surrounding nature. canoeadventures.com.au

2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

🤝Sponsor Retail Stalls

Final opportunity to visit our sponsor retail area in the Main Hall.

MON
3 AUG

Safe Travels

👋 Until Next Time

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Morning

☕Easy Morning at the Grounds

One last coffee and a chat with fellow VW legends. Breakfast available from Carnivore Kitchen.

10:00 AM

🚐Departure

As camps begin to roll out — please leave your site clean and tidy, dispose of all rubbish in designated bins. Safe travels along Waterfall Way.

Let's leave the Showgrounds exactly as we found them — ready for the next adventure. 🙌

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