Get your motor running for ChromeFest

ChromeFest, one of Australia’s biggest car shows and community events is on again at The Entrance over the weekend October 25-27. 

It’s also one of NSW’s largest rock’n’roll and rockabilly festivals, paying tribute to all makes and models of cars pre-1979.

ChromeFest is in its 16th year and one of Central Coast Council’s major community events, attracting about 50,000 to The Entrance last year.

There will be an exciting line-up of more than 10 live bands across five stages –  Chrome After Dark, a free Friday evening show in Memorial Park, a ticketed event on Saturday night at Mingara – as well as a Pin Up competition, fashion parades, stalls, displays, car cruises and much more over the three-day event.

Saturday night’s ticketed event, Saturday Night Jive, is back in full swing featuring USA band, Lance Lipinsky & the Lovers.

Lance is an unforgettable live entertainer with show-stopping boogie woogie piano antics that you don’t want to miss.

Council Administrator Rik Hart said the annual ChromeFest attracted thousands of locals and tourists, fostering great community spirit and generating significant economic benefit for the region.

“Last year, approximately 50,000 attended, injecting more than $11M into our local economy and we expect that this year will be even bigger,” he said.

“This major event with over 450 show cars, entertainment, and a retro vibe is a fun day out for all ages and provides a nostalgic trip down memory lane for many of our older residents.”

The festival will include Show N’ Shine and iconic classic car displays; retro market stalls, trade stalls and general market stalls; five outdoor stages boasting undercover dance floors and live entertainment; vintage glamour fashion parade; the Australian Pin Up Pageant NSW grand final; The Entrance Social Hub; roving entertainment; DJ stage; Paint N’ Chrome workshops; and the ChromeBar located in the Bayview Mall and Short St carpark.

There will be some road closures in the area from 5am to 5pm on Saturday and Sunday.

Check out the program of events planned for ChromeFest weekend at chromefest.org or Council’s website at centralcoast.nsw.gov.au