A Bangalow Lions Club community event
SUNDAY 16 MAY 2027 BANGALOW, NSW
SMALL TOWN.
BIG THRILLS.
The legendary Bangalow Billycart Derby is back. One famous hill, a whole lot of homemade horsepower, and a community coming together for an unforgettable day.
2026 event photo: Olivia Katz Photography
A Bangalow tradition
ONE HILL.
ALL HEART.
Every May, Bangalow’s main street becomes the most exciting stretch of road in the Northern Rivers.
From first-time racers and family-built carts to outrageously inventive novelty entries, the Derby is a celebration of creativity, friendly competition and old-fashioned fun. Come to race, come to cheer, or simply come for the atmosphere.
Explore race dayJoin the action
TWO WAYS TO
GET INVOLVED.
Behind the handlebars or cheering from the footpath — everyone is part of the Derby.
BUILD IT.
RACE IT.
Get your billycart ready, read the rules, and find out how to secure your race entry. Every cart must pass scrutineering before it can race.
Race entry & ticketsBRING THE
WHOLE CREW.
Watch the action for free, explore Bangalow’s shops and cafés, and enjoy a big day of community spirit on Byron Street.
Plan your visitReady to race?
THREE STEPS
TO THE START LINE.
Get the details sorted ahead of time so you can enjoy every minute on race day.
CHECK THE RULES
Choose the right category and make sure your cart meets the construction and safety requirements.
Rules & registration ↗ARRANGE ENTRY
Visit the ticketing page for race-entry information and prepare your entrant registration details.
Tickets & entry ↗PASS SCRUTINEERING
On race day, every cart must be checked and signed off. Helmets are compulsory for racers.
Race-day schedule ↗Race-day times and entry arrangements are subject to the final 2027 event information.
2027 Schools Challenge
BIG IDEAS.
SMALL WHEELS.
Calling Northern NSW schools! Design, build and race a billycart while bringing engineering, creativity and teamwork to life in front of the Bangalow crowd.
Explore the Schools ChallengeAll the essentials
MAKE A DAY
OF IT.
Everything you need to arrive prepared and enjoy the best of Bangalow.
Race-day schedule
See the event timetable, categories and when to be at the start line.
View the schedule ↗Getting here
Byron Street is the centre of the action. Plan ahead for road closures and busy parking.
Parking & FAQs ↗Safety first
Read the race rules, registration requirements and scrutineering information.
Read the rules ↗Made possible by our community
GOOD TIMES.
GREAT PEOPLE.
The Bangalow Billycart Derby is proudly hosted by the Bangalow Lions Club, with local volunteers, businesses and supporters helping bring this much-loved community event to life.
Want to volunteer, support the event or talk sponsorship?
Get in touchSunday 16 May 2027 · Byron Street, Bangalow
SEE YOU
ON THE HILL.
Build a cart, bring your mates and get ready for a brilliant day of racing and community spirit.
Tickets & race entry