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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
We're going cashless at the Bar & Merch Stall! Pl We're going cashless at the Bar & Merch Stall! 
Please note, this year we will again only be accepting card payments at the bar and merch stall, so don't forget to bring your card or have your digital wallet ready!
You might have noticed the Hectic Racing outfit on You might have noticed the Hectic Racing outfit on the highway over the past few days - or parked up at the Bowen Showgrounds. 
They're pretty hard to miss - two semis and a large truck loaded with race vehicles certainly makes an impression!
But beyond the big rigs is another story...
THREE SISTERS.  ONE FAMILY.  ONE VERY SPECIAL DON RIVER DASH STORY.
At just 20, 18 and 15, Savanna, Emerson and Jewel Madderom are already making their mark in offroad racing.
Savanna and Emerson will take to the track as drivers this weekend, while Jewel will navigate - learning the ropes before she becomes eligible to race herself next year. 
All three girls have been part of the Don River Dash since they were just 14 years old, and between them they already have class wins, podiums and fastest women's lap honours to their names.
Seeing one young woman competing in offroad racing is exciting.
Seeing three sisters chasing the same dream together is something pretty special.
Welcome back to The Don, girls.  We can't wait to see what Team Hectic Racing brings to Bowen this weekend!
Local accomodation Sky View Units has let us know Local accomodation Sky View Units has let us know they still have a couple of apartments available for the Don River Dash weekend.  Head over to their website  https://skyviewunits.com.au/ for details and to book directly with them.  Their units are in a great location and are super clean and comfortable!
#skyviewunitsbowen
Look out for the Flair Riders come & Try Electric Look out for the Flair Riders come & Try Electric Dirt Bike Experience at DRD'26.  Sponsored by Whitsunday Regional Council, this experience is totally free for any child who would like to experience the fun of dirt bike riding. THANK YOU WHITSUNDAY REGIONAL COUNCIL!  #customlithium #drd26 #whitsundayregionalcouncil
Another postcard, with the stamp again featuring o Another postcard, with the stamp again featuring one of our Don River Dash faves!  Safe travels on the way to Bowen everyone.
We're on the countdown now! Thanks to one of our We're on the countdown now!  Thanks to one of our competitors for creating this beautiful postage stamp featuring one of our DRD faves!
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We're going cashless at the Bar & Merch Stall! Pl We're going cashless at the Bar & Merch Stall! 
Please note, this year we will again only be accepting card payments at the bar and merch stall, so don't forget to bring your card or have your digital wallet ready!
You might have noticed the Hectic Racing outfit on You might have noticed the Hectic Racing outfit on the highway over the past few days - or parked up at the Bowen Showgrounds. 
They're pretty hard to miss - two semis and a large truck loaded with race vehicles certainly makes an impression!
But beyond the big rigs is another story...
THREE SISTERS.  ONE FAMILY.  ONE VERY SPECIAL DON RIVER DASH STORY.
At just 20, 18 and 15, Savanna, Emerson and Jewel Madderom are already making their mark in offroad racing.
Savanna and Emerson will take to the track as drivers this weekend, while Jewel will navigate - learning the ropes before she becomes eligible to race herself next year. 
All three girls have been part of the Don River Dash since they were just 14 years old, and between them they already have class wins, podiums and fastest women's lap honours to their names.
Seeing one young woman competing in offroad racing is exciting.
Seeing three sisters chasing the same dream together is something pretty special.
Welcome back to The Don, girls.  We can't wait to see what Team Hectic Racing brings to Bowen this weekend!
Local accomodation Sky View Units has let us know Local accomodation Sky View Units has let us know they still have a couple of apartments available for the Don River Dash weekend.  Head over to their website  https://skyviewunits.com.au/ for details and to book directly with them.  Their units are in a great location and are super clean and comfortable!
#skyviewunitsbowen
Look out for the Flair Riders come & Try Electric Look out for the Flair Riders come & Try Electric Dirt Bike Experience at DRD'26.  Sponsored by Whitsunday Regional Council, this experience is totally free for any child who would like to experience the fun of dirt bike riding. THANK YOU WHITSUNDAY REGIONAL COUNCIL!  #customlithium #drd26 #whitsundayregionalcouncil
Another postcard, with the stamp again featuring o Another postcard, with the stamp again featuring one of our Don River Dash faves!  Safe travels on the way to Bowen everyone.
We're on the countdown now! Thanks to one of our We're on the countdown now!  Thanks to one of our competitors for creating this beautiful postage stamp featuring one of our DRD faves!
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