🚗 Best Events this December for Car Enthusiasts: SE QLD Auto Edition 2025

This December, your car becomes the ultimate Christmas sleigh as South East Queensland fills up with festive events, car meets, and magical night drives.

So buckle in the kids, load up the snacks, and get ready for a month of family fun on four wheels. Here’s our guide to the best family-friendly automotive events across SEQ to help you make the most of the holiday season.

🌟 Southside of Brisbane (South, Logan & Inner City)

Auto Caffeine Sunset Edition – Shannons Showroom, Eagle Farm Kick off the season with a massive free meet on December 6. With hundreds of show cars, Supercars on display and a diecast model stand kids love, it’s the perfect family evening out. 5pm–8pm.

Unmarked Brisbane Car Show – Brisbane Showgrounds One of Brisbane’s biggest modified-car shows lands on December 13 and kids under 12 get in free. Expect tough builds, bright lights and plenty for families to explore.

Brisbane Motor Museum – Banyo Turn a hot day into a cool indoor adventure. With rotating exhibits like Classic vs Plastics, the museum is a great way to spark curiosity in young car fans.

Muscle Cars of Brisbane – BMM Banyo A fresh exhibit opens December 2, making it a must-see for lovers of Aussie muscle machines.

Fine Iron Rod & Custom Club Car Show – Repco Booval On December 6, enjoy classics, hot rods, raffles and spot prizes, supporting the Starlight Foundation. A feel-good way to enjoy great cars for a great cause.

🌾 Scenic Rim

Panorama Motorcycles & Memorabilia – Boonah Open Sundays 8am–4pm, this hidden gem offers a nostalgic mix of motorcycles and memorabilia. A great stop after a scenic country drive.

Boonah Christmas Festival A charming community event perfect for families, featuring a festive street parade from 6pm–9pm. Combine it with a sunset drive through the countryside for a truly magical night.

🛣️ Northside of Brisbane (North & Moreton Bay)

Friday Night Eats ‘N’ Cars – Clontarf On December 5, Road Rage Industries hosts a family-friendly night packed with food trucks, community spirit and standout cars, all supporting Redcliffe Mums Inc. 5pm–9:30pm.

Christmas Car Show – Cleveland Central Celebrate the season with a festive outdoor car show on December 6, starting at 6pm. Perfect for a warm summer night stroll with the family.

🏖️ Gold Coast

Gold Coast Motor Museum – Upper Coomera Open throughout December, the museum is a great day out for families. From December 15, doors are open 8:30am–4pm with an impressive collection that tells stories kids and parents will both enjoy.

Gold Coast Muscle Car Museum Now open and showcasing an incredible private collection of Australian muscle cars from the ’50s through to the ’70s. A must-visit for families with budding revheads.

🌲 Sunshine Coast

Cooroy Cruize-In – Roadrunner Car Club On December 21, from 7:30am, enjoy a laid-back morning checking out local cars at the Maple Street Car Park. Bring your own or simply wander and chat with friendly car lovers.

The SHRF Coolum Showroom – Coolum Open the first Saturday (7am–10am) and first Monday (9am–1pm) each month, this showroom offers a relaxed look at unique builds, ideal for holiday makers exploring the region.

🎄 Turn Your December Into a Drive to Remember

Whether you’re exploring museums, wandering a twilight car show or cruising the countryside for festive lights, your family car is your ticket to creating unforgettable memories this Christmas.