Targa Tasmania overnight stop returns to Burnie

Published on 10 November 2026

Burnie will once again welcome Targa Tasmania competitors and spectators on Saturday 21 November, with the return of the rally’s overnight stop and Burnie Targafest.

A much-loved event that has been absent from the city for several years, the overnight stop will bring rally excitement back to Burnie, giving the community an opportunity to get up close with the cars, meet the drivers and enjoy the atmosphere.

Saturday’s Leg 4 is the biggest day of the rally, featuring 126.03 kilometres of competitive stages across the North West.

Departing Launceston, competitors will tackle a series of stages including High Plains, Cethana, Castra, Gunns Plains, Riana, Ridgley, Murchison and Fern Glade, before making their way into Burnie for the evening.

Burnie Targafest | Overnight stop in Burnie

The community is invited to join the celebrations at Burnie Targafest, held at the Marine Terrace Car Park from 6 pm to 8 pm on Saturday, 21 November.

The free community event will provide an opportunity to get up close with the rally cars, meet the drivers and enjoy the atmosphere as the competitors arrive in Burnie for the overnight stop.

Burnie City Council is proud to support Targafest, helping bring people together, celebrate the city and create vibrant community experiences. The event aligns with Council’s Making a Better Burnie 2044 vision for a connected, vibrant and inclusive community.

Planning to spectate?

For information about spectator locations, rally stages and road closures, visit the Targa Tasmania Spectator Guide.

View the Targa Tasmania Spectator Guide

Burnie looks forward to welcoming competitors, visitors and the community for an exciting night of rally celebrations!