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Welcome to the only two-day offroad race that sees bikes, buggies and trophy trucks race a reverse grid format through a multi-terrain natural course.

Inspired by the best international courses in the world, the Don River Dash attracts elite professional competitors and delivers more action for spectators in a world-class tourism destination.
Simply, unlike any other race, the Don River Dash is an unmissable event.
Plan to be in Bowen, The Whitsundays, from 4 – 6 September 2026.

RACE. RECHARGE. RELAX.

2025 LIVE STREAM Friday – Showgrounds Experience
2025 LIVE STREAM Saturday Race – Day 1
2025 LIVE STREAM Sunday Race – Day 2

 

2025 Event Schedule
DRD HQ MAP
Official Spectator Areas
Track Map
Gold Partner Spotlight: Pat McDonnell Earthmoving Gold Partner Spotlight: Pat McDonnell Earthmoving
The Custom Lithium Don River Dash wouldn’t happen without Dale and the team at Pat McDonnell Earthmoving.
Every year they put in countless hours in the river, using their equipment and expertise to prepare the track and help create the challenge competitors come to race.
Dale isn’t just behind the scenes either - when he’s not prepping the track, he’s racing it in his Class 6 buggy! 
With more than 40 years’ experience, Pat McDonnell Earthmoving is a trusted local name in civil and excavation, servicing Bowen, the Whitsundays, Collinsville, Proserpine and surrounding areas.
A big thank you to Dale and the team for their ongoing support of the Don River Dash. We appreciate the time, effort and commitment you put into making this event happen.
#patmcdonnellearthmoving 
#drd26 
#customlithium
So glad to have the Custom Lithium crew powering o So glad to have the Custom Lithium crew powering our journey in 2026!
#bowentyreandmechanical #broucekheavydiesel #aussi #bowentyreandmechanical #broucekheavydiesel #aussiepowersports #versatilediesel #refrigeratedtechnologies
Mickey Thompson has been part of the Custom Lithiu Mickey Thompson has been part of the Custom Lithium Don River Dash since day one, and we’re so grateful for their continued support of the event and our off-road racing community.
The Whitsunday Regional Council has gone above and The Whitsunday Regional Council has gone above and beyond for the '26 Custom Lithium Don River Dash! Your future DRD competitor will be able to enjoy riding the @flairriders electric dirt bikes free of charge across the entire weekend, thanks to them!  #whitsundayregionalcouncil #drd26 #customlithium
A big welcome to Vision Surveys Qld as a supporter A big welcome to Vision Surveys Qld as a supporter of the '26 Custom Lithium Don River Dash.
These guys have expertise spanning surveying, town planning, mining, rail, civil and 3D spatial projects, and are the people who help turn big ideas into reality — with accuracy, innovation and plenty of local knowledge.
These guys have expertise spanning surveying, town planning, mining, rail, civil, and 3D spatial projects, and are the people who help turn big ideas into reality — with accuracy, innovation, and plenty of local knowledge..end in Bowen.
Thanks Vision Surveys for jumping on board and being part of the journey. We appreciate it.
📸 Show N Go Media
 #DRD26 
#customlithium 
#whitsundayregionalcouncil 
#visionsurveysqld
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Gold Partner Spotlight: Pat McDonnell Earthmoving Gold Partner Spotlight: Pat McDonnell Earthmoving
The Custom Lithium Don River Dash wouldn’t happen without Dale and the team at Pat McDonnell Earthmoving.
Every year they put in countless hours in the river, using their equipment and expertise to prepare the track and help create the challenge competitors come to race.
Dale isn’t just behind the scenes either - when he’s not prepping the track, he’s racing it in his Class 6 buggy! 
With more than 40 years’ experience, Pat McDonnell Earthmoving is a trusted local name in civil and excavation, servicing Bowen, the Whitsundays, Collinsville, Proserpine and surrounding areas.
A big thank you to Dale and the team for their ongoing support of the Don River Dash. We appreciate the time, effort and commitment you put into making this event happen.
#patmcdonnellearthmoving 
#drd26 
#customlithium
So glad to have the Custom Lithium crew powering o So glad to have the Custom Lithium crew powering our journey in 2026!
#bowentyreandmechanical #broucekheavydiesel #aussi #bowentyreandmechanical #broucekheavydiesel #aussiepowersports #versatilediesel #refrigeratedtechnologies
Mickey Thompson has been part of the Custom Lithiu Mickey Thompson has been part of the Custom Lithium Don River Dash since day one, and we’re so grateful for their continued support of the event and our off-road racing community.
The Whitsunday Regional Council has gone above and The Whitsunday Regional Council has gone above and beyond for the '26 Custom Lithium Don River Dash! Your future DRD competitor will be able to enjoy riding the @flairriders electric dirt bikes free of charge across the entire weekend, thanks to them!  #whitsundayregionalcouncil #drd26 #customlithium
A big welcome to Vision Surveys Qld as a supporter A big welcome to Vision Surveys Qld as a supporter of the '26 Custom Lithium Don River Dash.
These guys have expertise spanning surveying, town planning, mining, rail, civil and 3D spatial projects, and are the people who help turn big ideas into reality — with accuracy, innovation and plenty of local knowledge.
These guys have expertise spanning surveying, town planning, mining, rail, civil, and 3D spatial projects, and are the people who help turn big ideas into reality — with accuracy, innovation, and plenty of local knowledge..end in Bowen.
Thanks Vision Surveys for jumping on board and being part of the journey. We appreciate it.
📸 Show N Go Media
 #DRD26 
#customlithium 
#whitsundayregionalcouncil 
#visionsurveysqld
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