2026 Spring Nationals feat. Top Fuel

Sporting Events

SpringNATS brings the full national drag racing ladder to The Bend. Group 1 brings the headline firepower. Sportsman racing brings depth, variety and non-stop action across the full weekend.
Top Fuel car launching
Top Doorslammer Car
Drag Car pulling a wheelie
Packed grandstand at Dragway at The Bend
Top Doorslammer doing a burnout
Top Fuel dragster launching
Head to head Top Fuel Drag Racing
Live engine rebuild performed by crew
Massive crowd in anticipation of a drag race
Drag Strip view from the Top View Premium Suite at Dragway at The Bend
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The weekend goes beyond the racing. Expect family-friendly activations, big-screen moments, pit access, food and beverage, fan competitions and a Saturday fireworks display to close the biggest day of the event.

Information

Website

springnats.thebend.com.au

Address

543 Dukes Highway, Tailem Bend, South Australia, 5260

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