Iconic tourist attraction Flagstaff Hill is partnering with Premier Speedway Club to host an exciting public event to celebrate the 2025 Flying Horse Grand Annual Sprintcar Classic.
‘Thrill on the Hill’ will formally open ‘Classic’ week on January 20, involving various activities held on the grounds of Flagstaff Hill.
“This will be an historic occasion where we’ll have V8 powered, 900 horsepower Sprintcars usually only seen at Premier Speedway come to life in the centre of Warrnambool,” Warrnambool Mayor Cr Ben Blain said.
“Council is really pleased to help bring the excitement of the Speedway into the heart of the city.
“Flagstaff Hill and the Speedway are two of Warrnambool most recognisable attractions and by joining forces we’re acknowledging the positive impact the Speedway has on the city and also giving people who might not have visited the Speedway a chance to see these racing cars up close.”
Premier Speedway General Manager Michael Parry said after first considering the complexities of staging a sprintcar parade in the city centre, Thrill on the Hill was born.
“Working with the Flagstaff Hill team has brought the idea to reality,” Mr Parry said.
“I am so appreciative to have the support of the Flagstaff Hill team.
“We’ve combining our passion to deliver something truly unique to the event and showcase the beautiful Warrnambool location.
“It is a perfect collaboration for Warrnambool.”
The event will start with a cannon firing at 5pm before the sprintcar parade through the village, with the engines roaring prior to a formal opening of the 2025 Flying Horse Grand Annual Sprintcar Classic.
While this is under way there will be a Four Wide live show broadcast across the venue and streamed online and to the big screen at the Civic Green.
Host Gavin White will preview the 2025 ‘Classic’ and speak with competing drivers ahead of the biggest week on the Australian speedway calendar.
There will be live music after the parade and people can roam Flagstaff Village before a ticketed from 7pm.
The event is free to but attendees must register here to receive a free ticket.
