National Thunder Motorcycle Rally - Open from Midday to Midnight.

Access the rally via the AELEC main entry doors off Jack Smyth Drive.

Display and sales of a huge range of bikes, including;

• Ducati
• Harely-Davidson
• Honda
• Husqvarna
• Indian
• Kawasaki
• KTM
• Suzuki
• Triumph
• Yamaha

Food sites selling burgers, lamb rolls, loaded fries and a range of other food and drink.

This Absolute Creedence Experience is the ultimate tribute to legendary band Creedence Clearwater Revival. The band has not only faithfully reproduced the Creedence sound and look, but has also captured John Fogerty’s signature vocals and guitar through front man Ty Coates. The most authentic sounding recreation you’ll ever hear. You could be listening to the original band. Click here for more information on the Absolute Creedence Experience.

The Women of Rock Show is a salute to the many remarkable women who have dominated the international rock scene. Front person Caz Rae portrays each iconic woman’s character with a dynamic vocal performance and costume change and the music is delivered by a group of power house musicians.

Damnation are a group of five mates, all experienced and seasoned musicians who are deeply passionate about performing AC/DC's music from the Bon Scott era. These particular years were not only the defining years for AC/DC, but, especially as time goes on, many fans consider the Bon Scott years to be AC/DC's best years. Damnation specialise in cranking out all of the AC/DC classics from that great era with a strong emphasis on reproducing AC/DC's sound as faithfully as possible. Damnation has been at it since 2002 and they're still just as passionate about paying tribute to the best Rock'n'Roll frontman to ever grace the stage.

Collect your Tamworth National Thunder Rally Pack at the National Thunder Rally venue, the Australian Equine & Livestock Entertainment Centre (AELEC). Head through the main doors off Jack Smyth Drive.

Collect your Tamworth National Thunder Rally Pack at the National Thunder Rally venue, the Australian Equine & Livestock Entertainment Centre (AELEC). Head through the main doors off Jack Smyth Drive.

National Thunder Motorcycle Rally - Open from Midday to Midnight.

Access the rally via the AELEC main entry doors off Jack Smyth Drive.

Food sites selling burgers, lamb rolls, loaded fries and a range of other food and drink.

Display and sales of a huge range of bikes, including;

• Ducati
• Harley-Davidson
• Honda
• Husqvarna
• Indian
• Kawasaki
• KTM
• Suzuki
• Triumph
• Yamaha

Chainsaw wood carving demonstrations.

1pm, 2pm and 3pm.

Enjoy some good old country rock by the Redneck Gentlemen.

Chapter Challenge/Games are a friendly competition between Harley Owner Group (H.O.G.) Chapters consisting of several riding skill challenges. The challenges test the participants skill & control of their Harley-Davidson. Some are singular rider events, and some require teamwork between rider and pillion passenger.

Wingspan will take you on a magical mystery tour from McCartney’s years of Beatlemania to his blockbuster solo career and of course through the Wings mega hits of the 1970’s. This show delivers McCartney's hits from his Beatle days to the formation of Wings.

Recapture a magical time from the with The Wilburys, as you sing along to such hits as "Handle With Care", "Last Night" and "End of the Line".

The Equine Spectacular is a highlight of the National Thunder Rally, with an all star line-up of horses, animals and entertainers that will get hearts racing, hooves galloping and whips cracking.

Set within the world class indoor arena at the Australian Equine and Livestock Events Centre, master horseman Dave Manchon leads the team of bulls, broncs and brumbies to provide the audience an adrenaline and fun filled experience of the Australian Outback.

BUS DEPARTS 9.30pm, 10.30pm and 11.30pm

Free bus departs AELEC from the front of the venue and will travel along Goonoo Goonoo Road, Armidale Road and through the CBD

Barnes Storm is a 5-piece band comprising great musicians who love to play with drive and passion. The band’s aim is to celebrate and deliver the songs of Jimmy Barnes in a true style reminiscent of his own current live performances…the rock hits…the eras…the memories.

Don't forget to wind your watch forward ! Or let your phone do it for  you.

Food sites selling burgers, lamb rolls, loaded fries and a range of other food and drink.

Bar open Midday to 10pm

Display and sales of a huge range of bikes, including;

• Ducati
• Harley-Davidson
• Honda
• Husqvarna
• Indian
• Kawasaki
• KTM
• Suzuki
• Triumph
• Yamaha

Sarah is a singer/songwriter who has performed in pubs, clubs, weddings, festivals and corporate events in New South Wales, Queensland and Nashville for nineteen years, she has a wealth of industry experience on a global stage, collaborating and recording with world-class songwriters and musicians and Australia’s best video producers.

Display of classic pre-1990's Japanese motorcycles, presented by the   Vintage Japanese Motorcycle Club of Tamworth

Show & Shine entries will also be accepted at the rally.

Classis 70's rock. Find out more on facebook.

Buddy has carved up the Blues scene around Australia since 2007, notching his Blues belt with all the big ticket Australian festivals from Bridgetown to Bluesfest. He won the Sydney Blues Society Performer of the Year twice, and continues to share his old school Blues style with fans. Buddy plays with smooth finesse, in the tasty authentic style of the old legends.

The Whispering Jack Show features Australia's Got Talent performer Mike Vee and his six piece band performing his tribute to the music of the legend that is John Farnham. This show is not an attempt to copy Farnham, but Mike's own interpretation of Farnham's material resulting in a performance where the audience has the unique opportunity to hear and see the closest tribute to an Australian great while experiencing Mike’s own true ability as a great performer with a fine voice.

Watch all the action live on the big screen

This musical journey will take you from the early Beatles days to their critically acclaimed solo careers. Performing Masterpieces From Paul, John, George, Ringo and beyond including Wings, Traveling Wilburys, Jeff Lynne, ELO and Oasis

The Aftershock of Australian Rock, delivers a show of classic Australian rock hits that span over five decades, and takes the audience on a journey through the ages of powerful and influential Aussie rock music, capturing the energy and style that these songs so richly deserve.

BUS DEPARTS 9.30pm, 10.30pm and 11.30pm

Free bus departs AELEC from the front of the venue and will travel along Goonoo Goonoo Road, Armidale Road and through the CBD

Don't miss out on the inaugural National Thunder Run. Muster at 8am for a 9am departure.

The National Thunder Run is a 134km loop ride with no stops. Departing AELEC this mass ride will travel through Tamworth, head south to Quirindi and then loop back to home to rally headquarters.

Ride route