Chariots of Thunder is the Northern Territory's premier sprintcar racing event, delivering raw speed, elite drivers and high-octane entertainment under Darwin's tropical night sky.
Held at Northline Speedway, the event brings together Australia's best sprintcar competitors for a weekend of flat-out racing, fierce rivalries and an atmosphere that's uniquely Territory. Expect thunderous engines, wheel-to-wheel action and a crowd that lives and breathes motorsport.
More than just racing, Chariots of Thunder is a full event experience; combining top-tier competition, vibrant hospitality offerings and a festival-style energy that draws fans from across Australia.
Event Date
10 – 12 September 2026
Entry cost
All tickets from $22 to $311
Children 12 and under are permitted free when accompanied by a ticketed parent or guardian.
Facilities
- Bar
- Carpark
- Family-friendly
- Kiosk
- Non-smoking
- Public toilet
- Free wifi
Accessibility
Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia) Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
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