BMW Motorcycle Club Canberra Incorporated upcoming events

Weekday Ride to Lunch - Nelligen, NSW (Club Event) (12 May 2026)

Tue, 12 May 2026 00:30:00 GMT

A shorter weekday (Tuesday this time!) ride to Nelligen for lunch @ 12:00 at the Steampacket Hotel (100km).

Meet at the Gunna Doo Bakery/The Gathering Cafe, Bungendore, for a 10:30 set-off, or make your own way to Nelligen: https://maps.app.goo.gl/hy9U8DXktvbojR48A

Return: Each to their own and to decide on the day.

See you there!

Questions or suggestions for rides, then email rides@bmwmcc.au

Cheers

Karen

National Motor Heritage Day - Tuross Head, NSW (Joint BMWMCC & BMWTCNSW Club Event) (16 May 2026)

Fri, 15 May 2026 22:45:00 GMT

Update 1 April 2026: Information included for GS ride option.

The BMW Touring Club of NSW (BMWTCNSW) is inviting BMWMCC members and guests to join them for lunch (@11:45) at Tuross Boatshed & Café on Sunday 17^th May to celebrate National Motoring Heritage Day. So, what better excuse do we need for an overnight Mountains to the Sapphire Coast ride to join fellow motorcyclists in admiring veteran, vintage and classic motorcycles?

Outbound Saturday (overnighting in Eden 16/5) and returning Sunday with TS (sealed roads) and GS (unsealed roads) options.

Short on time or not up for an overnighter – then meet us at Tuross Boatshed for lunch and join the TS ride home: https://share.google/nG0oA11LGFkrTmecc

Note: You don’t need to ride a veteran, vintage or classic BMW motorcycle to join this ride.

TS Ride (Sealed roads):

Outbound (16/5): Proposing (TBC by riding group) ex. EG Ampol Hume-Monaro Hwy-Cooma (coffee/refuel)-Brown Mtn-Bemboka-Mogilla Rd-Candelo (lunch)-Myrtle Mtn Rd-Mt. Darragh Rd-Bombala (regroup/refuel)-Monaro Hwy-Imlay Rd & Princes Hwy-Eden (385 km): https://maps.app.goo.gl/Lmpqy8VNrJyjfXtQ8

Alternative route (e.g. poor weather on Brown Mtn): Ex. EG Ampol Hume-Monaro Hwy-Cooma (coffee)-Church & Maffra Rds-The Snowy River Way-Bombala (lunch/refuel), Mt Darragh Rd, Back Creek & Nethercote Rds to Eden (291km): https://maps.app.goo.gl/X6e9N6dX1z2M2HjPA

Return (17/5): Proposing (TBC by riding group):

Ex. Eden-Merimbula Boat Ramp-Tathra-Bermagui (coffee)-Narooma-Tuross Boatshed (163 km): https://maps.app.goo.gl/MVn4EoEANXYNcJAR7

Note: Riders ex. Eden to meet BMWTCNSW riders @ Merimbula Boat Ramp (end of Merimbula Airport runway).

Ex. Tuross Boatshed-Nelligen-Braidwood (regroup/rest stop)-Bungendore (156 km): https://maps.app.goo.gl/hqLzvLuM8KZw2nj8A

Approximately 705 km return (ex. Hume to Bungendore) on a mix of sealed main, secondary and minor roads (expect damaged road surfaces).

Proposed rest, lunch and refuel stops (see above): All flexible - to be agreed by riders each day.

TS Meeting Point: Meet fuelled and ready to go at 08:45 at EG Ampol Hume (94 Sheppard St) for a prompt 09:00 set-off.

GS Ride (Unsealed roads):

Outbound 16/5: 312 Km, approx. 6 hours riding time

Proposed outbound GS route: https://maps.app.goo.gl/y5UxBh6t1qJ36LAg6

Notes:

Ride ranking GS3 - due to length of ride plus steepish, narrow and winding descent on Big Jack Mountain Road down into Towamba River valley.
Will be diverting into Nimmitabel for a food/coffee/fuel stop.
Fuel stops/shops are limited so ensure to fill up in Nimmitabel and also bring sufficient water/snacks for the day.
On arrival in Eden, riders will breakout to their individual accommodations for the night.

GS Meeting Point: Muster at KFC Queanbeyan at 08: 45, fully fuelled and ready to go for 09: 00 departure. There’s an opportunity to pick up riders at intersection of Captains Flat Road and Briars Sharrow Road - passing by approx. 09:15 (not stopping).

Return 17/5: 334 Km, approx. 5hr 30mins in saddle

Full GS return route: https://maps.app.goo.gl/7HzgLG52RBFC28vRA

Notes:
- Ride ranking GS2.
- Riders departing Eden and riding with the Club's TS riders (sealed roads) to Tuross Head for lunch with BMWTCNSW riders.
- After lunch riders will divert from Moruya and return to Queanbeyan via GS route taking in Araluen valley, Majors Creek, Rossi and Hoskinstown ( 172 km, approx. 3 hr 20 mins).
- If time is short or conditions warrant, riders could return after lunch back to Canberra locality via TS route or divert from GS route at Majors Creek for return on the tar via Braidwood and Bungendore.

TS & GS Rides:

Accommodation – Book your own accommodation in Eden directly, depending on your preference for camping, pub or motel, noting that for those not self-catering, dinner’s likely to be in Eden rather than Boydtown, e.g. Great Southern Hotel or similar venue (TBC by riding group later): https://www.greatsoutherninn.com.au/

Register if you're interested in joining the rides and to receive further information. Any questions or suggestions for ride route/s, dinner etc., then email rides@bmwmcc.au.

GS ride questions? Then email Brett Everitt (Vice President BMWMCC and GS Ride Coordinator): vicepresident@bmwmcc.au

TS ride questions? Then email Karen Longstaff (Ride Coordinator): rides@bmwmcc.au

Regards

Brett Everitt & Karen Longstaff

Note: National Motoring Heritage Day (17/5) is the same day as the Distinguished Gentlemen’s Ride.

Distinguished Gentleman's Ride (DGR) (17 May 2026)

Sat, 16 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT

The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride (DGR) is a charity ride held worldwide on 17 May 2026 in support of Men’s Health: https://www.gentlemansride.com/

Here’s the link for those wishing to create a DGR Profile and to contribute: https://www.gentlemansride.com/

There is no organised Club ride to this event. Any questions, then email rides@bmwmcc.au .

Cheers

Karen

Saturday Ride - Tuena, NSW (Club Event) (30 May 2026)

Fri, 29 May 2026 23:30:00 GMT

Interested in a shorter Saturday ride to picturesque Tuena for lunch at the recently reopened Goldfields Inn? Then why not join the Club for coffee first at Little Sutton Bakehouse before a straight-through run to Tuena?

Outbound: Ex. Little Sutton Bakehouse through Gundaroo, Gunning, Crookwell and Binda to Tuena (146 km): https://maps.app.goo.gl/XfRqAbfE4pV1Zv9KA

Note: If you’re peckish mid-morning, then suggest you fill up first at Sutton as we’re riding straight through!

GS Breakout ex. Crookwell (154 km): https://maps.app.goo.gl/4kkgwwcSWtfv2E6GA

Note: Head to Laggan from Crookwell, then pick up Peelwood Rd and its dirt offerings to Tuena (approx.15 mins longer than TS ride).

Return: Each to their own with options including:

Via retracing outbound route (146 km): https://maps.app.goo.gl/uubUcLg6f9kTmtB7A
Via Rugby & Boorowa to Ampol Nicholls (234 km): https://maps.app.goo.gl/kwqLLHvpnMFti2F8A
Via Goulburn & Federal Hwy to Watson BP (183 km): https://maps.app.goo.gl/uKy2Nx2BmBiuPcARA
Via Goulburn, Tarago & Bungendore to QBN (195 km): https://maps.app.goo.gl/xLFaj3MsBfqntEfp9

Approx. 330 – 390 km return (depending on return route) on main and secondary roads (expect damaged surfaces, with return option via Rugby Rd rough & bumpy in parts from the Lachlan River Bridge in the direction to Rugby & Boorowa).

Fuel: Available in Crookwell, Goulburn & Boorowa.

Meeting Point: Meet fuelled and ready to go at Little Bakehouse Sutton (1 Victoria St) for a prompt 09:30 set-off.

Register if you're interested in coming so I can let the Pub know likely numbers for lunch. Please email rides@bmwmcc.au if you plan to meet the group on the way or at the Pub (and it isn’t already identified on your registration).

For those joining the ride along the way, or making their own way to the Pub, proposed meeting points (with best guess times) are:

Little Bakehouse, Sutton: Dep. 09:30
Gundaroo - Cork St Café: Passing by 09:45 (not stopping)
Gunning - opposite Mobil Servo: Passing by 10:05 (not stopping)
Goldfields Inn, 6 Bathurst St, Tuena:
- TS riders - arr. 11:30
- GS riders – arr. 11:45

Return route rest stop: Riders to decide on day.

Cheers

Karen

Reconciliation Day, ACT Public Holiday (01 Jun 2026)

Sun, 31 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Chief Minister, Treasury & Economic Development Directorate (ACT Government) https://www.cmtedd.act.gov.au/communication/holidays.

Weekday Ride to Lunch - Taralga, NSW (Club Event) (03 Jun 2026)

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:30:00 GMT

A shorter weekday (Wednesday this time!) ride to Taralga, for lunch at the Taralga Hotel (128 km).

Outbound: Meet at the Little Sutton Bakehouse, Sutton, for a 10:30 set-off, or make your own way to Taralga: https://maps.app.goo.gl/hXuAQiPSNmXRPZycA

Return: Each to their own and to decide on the day.

See you there!

Questions or suggestions for rides, then email rides@bmwmcc.au

Cheers

Karen

BMWMCC Monthly Mid-Week Meet, Coffee & Ride - 4 June 2026 (04 Jun 2026)

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

This is a social opportunity for members and visitors to meet for morning coffee and optional ride, with the route and destination decided by those present on the day (usually the first Thursday of each month).

This is NOT an organised event, other than the meeting location and time: 09:00 at KT Bee's Kitchen, 5/6 Bungendore Rd, Queanbeyan East NSW 2620.

You could find yourself the only one there or one of several. It’s up to the group on the day to decide on a ride and to where, or to simply enjoy a coffee and chat.

Registration for this event is optional - you do not need to register for this event.

Questions or suggestions for rides, then email rides@bmwmcc.au

56th Alpine Rally, BMWTCNSW (06 Jun 2026)

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 02:00:00 GMT

Contact the BMW Touring Club of NSW

Website https://www.bmwtcnsw.org.au/events
Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/groups/bmwtcnsw
Alpine Motorcycle Rally Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/AlpineMotorcycleRally

This is the King's Birthday Long Weekend and opening of the Australian ski season. The Snowy Mountains Highway is subject to snow & ice. It will be cold, so prepare accordingly.

The BMWMCC Inc. has no involvement in the Alpine Rally or its organisation and this information is provided for the information and interest of club members and motorcycle community. E&OE.

Queen's Birthday, ACT Public Holiday (08 Jun 2026)

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Chief Minister, Treasury & Economic Development Directorate (ACT Government) https://www.cmtedd.act.gov.au/communication/holidays.

AKA the offical start of the Australian ski season. Or a reason to get to the lodge and party, because there is unlikely to be any snow.

BMW Owners America National Rally 2026 (11 Jun 2026)

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Click on the log onto go to https://rally.bmwmoa.org/

The BMWMCC Inc has no involvement in the organisation or conduct of this event and information provided for the interest of members and Australian motorcyclists planning a trip to the USA in 2026.

BMWMCC / BMWMCCVIC Christmas in Winter Dinner (Club Event) (18 Jul 2026)

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 07:30:00 GMT

The BMWMCC will host the 2026 joint Club Christmas in Winter dinner at the Convent Brewery & Restaurant. Need directions? Then click for a Google Map.

BMWMCC and BMWMCCVIC members, partners and friends need to book their own accommodation and meet at the Brewery from 1730 for dinner at 18:30 (menu @ April 2026) and order and pay for your own dinner and drinks at the venue. The BMWMCC has arranged for a separate table area.

There is ample accommodation available in and around the town. Group accommodation is available at the Convent Brewery.

Prior to riding off north or south on Sunday the 19th you may wish to join us for breakfast at Caffeine ‘n Machine (Google map) and enjoy a tour of their motorcycle museum. Brekkie is booked for 0800.

If you are interested in making a holiday of the event there could be something of interest for you at the following: https://www.explorerutherglen.com.au/event-search/.

For the ACT members, whilst no formal ride out is planned please feel free to reach out to our ride coordinator (BMWMCC, Ride Coordinator <Rides@bmwmcc.au>) if you have some ideas for a group ride to the venue.

2026 Far Cairn Rally, BMWTCNSW (18 Sep 2026)

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 02:00:00 GMT

The BMW Touring Club of NSW host the Far Cairn Rally at Tottenham Racecourse NSW raising funds for the Motorcycle Accident Rehabilitation Initiative (MARI).

Check and contact the BMWTCNSW website [https://www.bmwtcnsw.org.au/events] or Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/bmwtcnsw for details and questions.

The Google shortest route from Canberra map.

Registration on this page is only available to BMWMCC members and used to plan a group ride for interested members.

The BMWMCC Inc. has no involvement in the organisation or conduct of this rally. This event notice is provided as a community service. Registrants are responsible for making their own travel plans to/from the rally.

Weinbergtal (vineyard valley) Rally, BMWOCSA (23 Sep 2026)

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Note: This Rally is Mid-week

The BMW Owners Club of South Australia biennial rally will be held at Clare Valley Discovery Parks Caravan Park (leaving BMWMCC).

Planning on going? Then YOU MUST register for the rally directly with the BMWOCSA using this flyer 20240923 BMWOCSA Weinbergtal Flyer.pdf.

You can arrange your own ride to/from the rally or there will be an optional Club Member ride over 2 days to/from the rally. Route & accomodation details to follow. Registrants will be responsible for their own costs.The BMWMCC inc. has no involvment in the organisation or conduct of this event. Have questions? Then contact the organiser(s) directly.

Celebration of Motorsport Show - Canberra 2026, Falcon GT Club Canberra (03 Oct 2026)

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT

The Falcon GT Club of Canberra, in conjunction with Ollie’s Garage Museum, is pleased to host a Celebration of Motorsport Show on Saturday, 3rd October 2026.

This date has been purposefully selected to align with the growing buzz and excitement leading into the legendary Bathurst 1000 race.

The event aims to showcase approximately 20 to 30 original and replica cars and motorcycles, all presented in authentic race livery, representing a wide range of motorsport categories.

Special Guest - Cameron Hill

Charity - MND Australia

House of Muscle - merchandise van

The BMWMCC Inc is not involved in the organisation or conduct of this event and information provided for the information of club members. Contact the organisers https://falcongtclubact.com.au/.

Labour Day (ACT Public Holiday) (05 Oct 2026)

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Chief Minister, Treasury & Economic Development Directorate (ACT Government) https://www.cmtedd.act.gov.au/communication/holidays.

AKA the offical end of the Australian ski season.

45th Kosciuszko Rally (Club Event) (10 Oct 2026)

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT

The Rally is returning to the Geehi Alpine Hut

The 45th Kosciuskzo Rally will be held at Geehi Alpine Hut (original site) 2km (dirt) off the sealed Alpine Way in the picturesque Snowy Mountains and some of the best motorcycling roads in Australia. Rally supplies can be purchased at Jindabyne or Corryong with smaller offerings at Thredbo (43km) or Khancoban (31km). Fuel is available at all 4 towns.

The NSWNPWS has approved the club to use the grassed areas adjacent to the Geehi Alpine Hut. YOU cannot camp in the hut or areas leading to and grassed area immediately around the hut preventing access by other KNP users. Follow the Club's directions & refer to rally conditions event MAP.

The Club has booked a 'group' campsite for those buying a rally badge or NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service require pre-booked individual campsites for 1-6 persons online here https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/camping-and-accommodation/campgrounds/geehi-flats-campground. KNP has park use (entry) fees for persons camping overnight and provides no rubbish facilities, so take your rubbish home with you.

The Club provides free rubbish bags and fire wood to those buying a badge and will provide for sale Saturday dinner BBQ roll and Sunday morning egg & bacon roll with espresso coffee. Register or let us know you are coming to help with catering.

We look forward to catching up with you for some spring camping in one of the most picturesque locations with great riding roads.

The BMWMCC Inc. is not responsible for any damage or loss arising from your, including pillion, from riding to/from and attendance at the Kosciuszko Rally.

BMWMCC 2026 Awards & Christmas Lunch (Club Event) (05 Dec 2026)

Sat, 05 Dec 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Join the Club and your fellow Club Members in recognising our 2025 Award winners over lunch with your invited partner/guest.

Meet at the Hotel Queanbeyan (the Top Pub) for pre-drinks 1200 Saturday 05 December 2026 and seated for lunch at 1230 and a 3 course alternate serve set menu. Use the registration form option if you are vegetarian, vegan or have another diet requirement. Purchase your own drinks at the bar.

The cost for members and their invited guest is $60 per person.

Need a map to find your way to/from the Hotel Queanbeyan? Then check this Google Map.

YOU must register and pay before 21 November 2025 to confirm your seat(s). There is NO walk-in option available on the day.

Dress is casual that includes all Club shirts. What's more it is okay to drive. There will be a free ticket raffle for ALL members and guests in the room for one single prize. The draw and President's decision is final.

2025 Upside Down Award 2025 Club Person of the Year
Ashley Sked (L) Pres. Cam Major (R) Jeff King (L) Pres. Cam Major (R)

Australia Day (ACT Public Holiday) (26 Jan 2027)

Mon, 25 Jan 2027 13:01:00 GMT

Australia Day (26 Jan 2027)

Mon, 25 Jan 2027 21:00:00 GMT

See what's on and participate https://www.australiaday.org.au

Canberra Day (ACT Public Holiday) (08 Mar 2027)

Sun, 07 Mar 2027 13:00:00 GMT

BMW Car Nationals, BMWDCNSW (18 Mar 2027)

Wed, 17 Mar 2027 21:00:00 GMT

The BMW Drivers Club New South Wales (BMWDCNSW) are hosting the BMW Car Nationals in Bathurst NSW. For full details and to register visit the BMWDCNSW event page https://www.bmwclubnsw.asn.au/event-6132823.

The BMWMCC Inc is not involved in the organisation or conduct of this event and information provided for the information of club members. Contact the organisers.

Anzac Day (ACT Public Holiday) (25 Apr 2027)

Sat, 24 Apr 2027 14:01:00 GMT

Reconciliation Day (ACT Public Holiday) (31 May 2027)

Sun, 30 May 2027 14:00:00 GMT

King's Birthday (ACT Public Holiday) (14 Jun 2027)

Sun, 13 Jun 2027 14:00:00 GMT

Labor Day (ACT Public Holiday) (04 Oct 2027)

Sun, 03 Oct 2027 13:00:00 GMT

Christmas Day (ACT Public Holiday) (27 Dec 2027)

Sun, 26 Dec 2027 13:00:00 GMT

Boxing Day (ACT Public Holiday) (28 Dec 2027)

Mon, 27 Dec 2027 13:00:00 GMT

Australia Day (ACT Public Holiday) (26 Jan 2028)

Tue, 25 Jan 2028 13:01:00 GMT

Australia Day (26 Jan 2028)

Tue, 25 Jan 2028 21:00:00 GMT

See what's on and participate https://www.australiaday.org.au

Anzac Day (ACT Public Holiday) (25 Apr 2028)

Mon, 24 Apr 2028 14:01:00 GMT

Australia Day (ACT Public Holiday) (26 Jan 2029)

Thu, 25 Jan 2029 13:01:00 GMT

Australia Day (26 Jan 2029)

Thu, 25 Jan 2029 21:00:00 GMT

See what's on and participate https://www.australiaday.org.au

Anzac Day (ACT Public Holiday) (25 Apr 2029)

Tue, 24 Apr 2029 14:01:00 GMT

Australia Day (ACT Public Holiday) (26 Jan 2030)

Fri, 25 Jan 2030 13:01:00 GMT

Australia Day (26 Jan 2030)

Fri, 25 Jan 2030 21:00:00 GMT

See what's on and participate https://www.australiaday.org.au

Anzac Day (ACT Public Holiday) (25 Apr 2030)

Wed, 24 Apr 2030 14:01:00 GMT

Australia Day (ACT Public Holiday) (26 Jan 2031)

Sat, 25 Jan 2031 13:01:00 GMT

Australia Day (26 Jan 2031)

Sat, 25 Jan 2031 21:00:00 GMT

See what's on and participate https://www.australiaday.org.au

Anzac Day (ACT Public Holiday) (25 Apr 2031)

Thu, 24 Apr 2031 14:01:00 GMT

Australia Day (ACT Public Holiday) (26 Jan 2032)

Sun, 25 Jan 2032 13:01:00 GMT

Anzac Day (ACT Public Holiday) (25 Apr 2032)

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Australia Day (ACT Public Holiday) (26 Jan 2033)

Tue, 25 Jan 2033 13:01:00 GMT

Anzac Day (ACT Public Holiday) (25 Apr 2033)

Sun, 24 Apr 2033 14:01:00 GMT

Australia Day (ACT Public Holiday) (26 Jan 2034)

Wed, 25 Jan 2034 13:01:00 GMT

Anzac Day (ACT Public Holiday) (25 Apr 2034)

Mon, 24 Apr 2034 14:01:00 GMT

Australia Day (ACT Public Holiday) (26 Jan 2035)

Thu, 25 Jan 2035 13:01:00 GMT

Anzac Day (ACT Public Holiday) (25 Apr 2035)

Tue, 24 Apr 2035 14:01:00 GMT

Australia Day (ACT Public Holiday) (26 Jan 2036)

Fri, 25 Jan 2036 13:01:00 GMT

Anzac Day (ACT Public Holiday) (25 Apr 2036)

Thu, 24 Apr 2036 14:01:00 GMT