
Cruisin’ Caboolture returns to the James Street Precinct on Sunday 17th May 2026 for a huge afternoon of classic cars, custom builds, motorcycles, live music, food trucks, and free kids activities. One of Moreton Bay’s most popular free family events, the Show ‘n’ Shine vehicle showcase sits at the heart of the action, with classics, customs, and motorcycles competing across a range of categories. Whether you’re a car enthusiast or simply looking for fun things to do in Caboolture with the kids this May, this free all-ages event is the perfect Sunday outing for Brisbane Kids.
Cruisin’ Caboolture 2026
Start your engines! Cruisin’ Caboolture returns in May, bringing a huge afternoon of classic cars, tough builds, motorcycles, live entertainment, food and fun to the James Street Precinct.
This free, all-ages event celebrates car culture and community, with an incredible lineup of vehicles on display alongside live music, market stalls and activities for the whole family.
Whether you’re a car enthusiast, bringing the family, or just looking for a great Sunday afternoon out, Cruisin’ Caboolture is the perfect place to spend the day.
SHOW ’N’ SHINE VEHICLE SHOWCASE
The heart of Cruisin’ Caboolture is the Show ’n’ Shine, where an impressive lineup of classics, customs, modern builds and motorcycles will be on display.
This judged competition celebrates the craftsmanship, detail, and passion behind every vehicle, with awards spanning everything from Best Classic and Best Motorcycle to Best Engine Bay, Best Paint and Panel, and People’s Choice.
Vehicle registrations are pre-registration only and will close once capacity is reached.
Registration cost: $12 per vehicle / motorcycle
Register here
WHAT ELSE TO EXPECT
• Live music and entertainment
• Food trucks and local vendors
• Licensed bar
• Market stalls and merchandise
• Feature engine start-ups
• Free kids activities
Proudly presented by the City of Moreton Bay
Plan your visit
When: Sunday 17th May 2026, 11am – 4pm
Location:Â James St Precinct, Caboolture
Entry:Â FREE
More information here




