Red CentreNATS program released with few changes

THE ultimate ‘festival of wheels’ will return to Alice Springs this Father’s Day weekend with the sixth annual Red CentreNATS running from September 4 to 6

Pete Lewis is looking forward to showing off his beloved car. Picture: Lisa Hatz Photography

THE ultimate ‘festival of wheels’ will return to Alice Springs this Father’s Day weekend with the sixth annual Red CentreNATS running from September 4-6, featuring a new program and ticketing structure.

This year’s event includes the famous street parade, drags, burnouts, street cruising, grass driving, show ‘n’ shine, 4WD-ing, motorkhana and more.

The program will also feature entertainment across three venues; Blatherskite Park, Alice Springs Inland Dragway (ASID) and Lasseters Hotel Casino.

Motor enthusiast Pete Lewis said he was particularly looking forward to the street parade.

“I’ve been in the Red CentreNATS four times and all of those times I’ve won the top 10 elite car,” Mr Lewis said.

“I’ve bonded and loved the type of vehicle I have now since I was about 16 years old. I’m now 74 years old and I’m one of the happiest blokes around.”

In line with the event’s COVID-19 Safety Plan, new for 2020 is an after-party at Lasseter’s instead of a Podium Party, with trophies awarded directly to recipients with their vehicles.

Other virus precautions include increased hygiene practices.

There will be a dedicated Fan Zone at ASID with two 40sq m super screens for fans to catch all the action from the nearby track in lieu of open public access to The Hill.

To follow physical distancing guidelines, access to The Hill will be reserved for existing Chrome Pass holders, and competition entrants and crews, with a capacity of 500 people at any one time. 

The ticketing structure for this year’s Red CentreNATS has been adjusted, and the Chrome

Pass is now replaced with a Three-Day Pass. This provides access to Blatherskite Park and the

Fan Zone at ASID for $30.

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NT Major Events Company CEO Tim Watsford said to confirm the program with just a few tweaks is great news for fans.

“Red CentreNATS is a fast and furious entry on the Alice Springs event calendar that provides

non-stop fun and entertainment over the Fathers’ Day weekend,” he said.

“The event provides an economic boost to the region while giving Territorians the chance to watch incredible motorsports competitions right here in the NT.”

To buy your ticket or to enter visitwww.redcentrenats.com.au