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Waterfall Way
VW Bash

2026 Edition · Bellingen
30 Jul – 3 Aug Bellingen Showgrounds
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No sites available
Merchandise
Order cut-off
25 June
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Dates
30 Jul –
3 Aug 2026
Show & Shine
Top 10
Format

Notices

Cruising & Good Times! Five days of VW culture, good people and the stunning Waterfall Way. All are welcome — registration is open.
Christmas in July Theme — Friday Night Decorate your VW with Christmas lights and wear your best (or worst!) Christmas jumper. Live entertainment & food truck.
Bellingen Growers Market — Saturday morning Fresh local produce right here at the Showgrounds, 7:30am–11:30am.

Program

Thu 30 Jul
Arrival Day
VW campers arrive in Bellingen
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 settling in.
Show bag Merch pickup
All day
Explore Bellingen Town
Just a 5-minute walk from the Showgrounds.
Explore
2:00 –
6:00pm
Sponsor Retail Stalls Open
Our valued sponsors are set up in a dedicated retail area attached to the Main Hall.
Main Hall
6:00pm
Welcome Meet & Greet
Join us in the Main Hall for a relaxed welcome gathering. Catch up with old friends and meet new VW enthusiasts.
Main Hall BYO drinks
Fri 31 Jul
Cruise Day
🎄 Christmas in July theme night
Morning
Breakfast — Carnivore Kitchen
Start the day right with coffee and a hot breakfast from Carnivore Kitchen.
Breakfast
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 10:00am–1:00pm · 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
Bistro lunch
2:00 –
6:00pm
Sponsor Retail Stalls
Retail area open in the Main Hall.
Main Hall
6:00pm
🎄 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
Morning
Breakfast — Carnivore Kitchen
Grab your coffee and a hearty breakfast before a big day of VWs.
Breakfast
7:30 –
11:30am
Bellingen Growers Market
Fresh local produce and handmade goods right here at the Showgrounds.
bellingengrowersmarket.com.au
At the Showgrounds
9:00am
Show & Shine Begins — Top 10 Judging
Park your VW in the Arena and be part of the display. Judging takes place throughout the morning.

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

Free – registered
All day
Swap Meet
Browse, buy, and swap parts and VW treasures throughout the day.
Swap Meet
12:30pm
Trophy Presentation
Top 10 trophies will be presented at the Showgrounds. Join us as we celebrate some standout Volkswagens.
Top 10 Trophies
6:00pm
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
Morning
Morning Yoga — Main Hall
Start your Sunday gently with yoga by Kerry. Suitable for all levels — bring your own mat.
Main Hall
Morn or
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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
CANOE10 — 10% off for VW enthusiasts
Guided tour
2:00 –
6:00pm
Sponsor Retail Stalls — Final Day
Final opportunity to visit our sponsor retail area in the Main Hall.
Main Hall
Mon 3 Aug
Safe Travels
👋 Until next time
Morning
Easy Morning at the Grounds
One last coffee and a chat with fellow VW legends. Breakfast available from Carnivore Kitchen.
Carnivore Kitchen
10:00am
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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Show & Shine

Top 10 Format

Judges select the Top 10 vehicles from all entries on Saturday morning. Every registered vehicle in the Arena is eligible. Trophies presented at 12:30pm on Saturday.

Results — Saturday 1 Aug, 12:30pm
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Judging takes place Saturday 1 August from 9:00am. All vehicles parked in the Arena are eligible. Free for registered participants. Day visitors: $20 Show & Shine entry.

Sponsors

Info

Event Details

Dates30 Jul – 3 Aug 2026
VenueBellingen Showgrounds, NSW
ArrivalThu 30 Jul
DepartureMon 3 Aug, 10:00am
CampingFully Booked
Merch cut-off25 June 2026
FrequencyEvery 2 years

Show & Shine

FormatTop 10 Selected
JudgingSat 1 Aug from 9:00am
TrophiesSat 1 Aug at 12:30pm
Entry (registered)Free
Entry (day visitor)$20

Getting There

AddressBellingen Showgrounds, Bellingen NSW
ViaWaterfall Way (B78)
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Organisers

OrganiserAmanda Lush
TeamJustin Lush
TeamBob Morrow
TeamLaurie Gooley
Websitemysm.com.au/wwvwb
Register for the Event Contact the Organisers