Drift Precinct Delivers at Rockynats 05 - Secure your Hot Lap Now

Published on 21 February 2025

Nothing says “high-octane action” like some of Australia’s highest profile drifting drivers all in one place.

Taking the adrenaline up a gear is the Rockynats Drifting zone. Hosted by Drift Cadet on the banks of the Fitzroy River, you can watch the best-of-the-best drifting racers give their all in the Victoria Parade car park in the CBD precinct. The Rockynats drifting events are exclusive invitation-only competitions, so spectators can expect to see national and global level drifting.

If watching isn’t thrilling enough, ‘hot laps’ (or passenger rides) will also be available for brave ticketholders.

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Local drift clubs will also be on-site, ready to share their love for the sport. Learn about memberships, upcoming events, and how you can join the action.

Hot Laps - Passenger rides

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Watching a professional driver drift around a track at full throttle is thrilling, but what if you could be inside the car and feel it for yourself? At Rockynats, you get to jump in the passenger seat as your driver holds nothing back.

Participants must be over the age of 12 and must be accompanied by a guardian if under 18. Drift Cadet also recommends closed-in shoes.

The drifting zone will be located in the Victoria Parade carpark in the CBD Precinct and can be accessed with any Rockynats ticket. However, Hot Laps and competitions will be happening at different times throughout the weekend so make sure you have the Rockynats program and app downloaded so that you don’t miss a moment.

Pre-book your Hot Lap drift demonstration here today!