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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

 

2026 Event Schedule
DRD HQ MAP
Official Spectator Areas - see individual details under our Be Involved tab.
Track Map
Thank you for your support and understanding river Thank you for your support and understanding river neighbours!
We love our four-legged friends too! But unfortu We love our four-legged friends too! 

But unfortunately, they’ll need to sit this one out. ❤
To comply with our event permits  pets are not permitted at the Custom Lithium nDon River Dash.

This applies to the Bowen Showgrounds and both of our spectator areas — Telegraph Road and Gladstone Park Road.

The only exception is registered service animals.

We know our furry friends are part of the family, and we appreciate your understanding in helping us keep the event safe, compliant and enjoyable for everyone.
Due to unforeseen circumstances, a beautiful apart Due to unforeseen circumstances, a beautiful apartment has now become available for the Don River Dash weekend. (It was booked on a no-refund deal). If you know someone looking for Don River Dash accommodation, please tell them to PM us.
Entries Are Still Open! We had a little glitch ear Entries Are Still Open!
We had a little glitch earlier today that made it look like entries had closed — but it’s all fixed!
We’re happy to let you know that entries are still open and we’d love to see you on the start line for this year’s Custom Lithium Don River Dash.
It’s shaping up to be a strong field, and we can’t wait to see who takes the top step on Sunday! 
Get your entry in and be part of the action!
#customlithium #drd26 #whitsundayregionalcouncil #4wdcentraltownsville
Today is the day! Get those entries in before 6pm Today is the day!  Get those entries in before 6pm or miss out...
THE SECRET’S OUT! Grant Denyer is racing the Cust THE SECRET’S OUT! 
Grant Denyer is racing the Custom Lithium Don River Dash!
After yesterday’s “Who could it be now?” post… we can finally reveal that Grant will be behind the wheel of the Custom Lithium buggy at this year’s Dash!
Grant is no stranger to a challenge, but the Don River Dash will be unlike anything he’s tackled before - and he’s particularly looking forward to taking on the reverse grid format and testing himself against some of Australia’s best off-road racers.
We can’t wait to see what he can do!

Welcome to the Don, Grant!
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Thank you for your support and understanding river Thank you for your support and understanding river neighbours!
We love our four-legged friends too! But unfortu We love our four-legged friends too! 

But unfortunately, they’ll need to sit this one out. ❤
To comply with our event permits  pets are not permitted at the Custom Lithium nDon River Dash.

This applies to the Bowen Showgrounds and both of our spectator areas — Telegraph Road and Gladstone Park Road.

The only exception is registered service animals.

We know our furry friends are part of the family, and we appreciate your understanding in helping us keep the event safe, compliant and enjoyable for everyone.
Due to unforeseen circumstances, a beautiful apart Due to unforeseen circumstances, a beautiful apartment has now become available for the Don River Dash weekend. (It was booked on a no-refund deal). If you know someone looking for Don River Dash accommodation, please tell them to PM us.
Entries Are Still Open! We had a little glitch ear Entries Are Still Open!
We had a little glitch earlier today that made it look like entries had closed — but it’s all fixed!
We’re happy to let you know that entries are still open and we’d love to see you on the start line for this year’s Custom Lithium Don River Dash.
It’s shaping up to be a strong field, and we can’t wait to see who takes the top step on Sunday! 
Get your entry in and be part of the action!
#customlithium #drd26 #whitsundayregionalcouncil #4wdcentraltownsville
Today is the day! Get those entries in before 6pm Today is the day!  Get those entries in before 6pm or miss out...
THE SECRET’S OUT! Grant Denyer is racing the Cust THE SECRET’S OUT! 
Grant Denyer is racing the Custom Lithium Don River Dash!
After yesterday’s “Who could it be now?” post… we can finally reveal that Grant will be behind the wheel of the Custom Lithium buggy at this year’s Dash!
Grant is no stranger to a challenge, but the Don River Dash will be unlike anything he’s tackled before - and he’s particularly looking forward to taking on the reverse grid format and testing himself against some of Australia’s best off-road racers.
We can’t wait to see what he can do!

Welcome to the Don, Grant!
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