The annual Kustom Nationals event will once again be coming to the Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit on Saturday, 7 and Sunday, 8 January where they will be bigger and better than last year. 

Council’s Events Officer, Frank Angarane said approximately 1,000 customised cars will congregate at the circuit where fourteen Rockabilly bands will perform over the weekend.

“On Friday, 6 January a free public display will take place in San Remo with cars beginning to arrive at the Foreshore car parks from mid afternoon,” said Mr Angarane.

“Cars will fill the main car parks and part of Marine Parade in the early evening. There will also be Rockabilly bands performing on both Saturday, 7 and Sunday, 8 January in the evening until 10.00pm. A similar free public display will take place in Cowes on Saturday evening starting from 5.00pm,”continued Mr Angarane.

Thompson Avenue and the Esplanade will host a huge customised car display with live music being performed from a stage set up at the bottom of Thompson Avenue. The general public will also have the opportunity to select the People’s Choice Award for the best vehicle on display. Temporary road closures will be progressively implemented at both locations as the cars continue to drive in.

“The free displays in San Remo and Cowes on Friday, 6 and Saturday, 7 January will provide a great opportunity to engage the local community,” said Mr Angarane.

“It will also mean there will be many more visitors to the area, with car enthusiasts from around the country,” said Mr Angarane.