Rally Route

Saturday 8^th August 2026 – Saturday 15^th August 2026

ACT to Cowra via Far West NSW

The Rally is held over 8 days, entrants arrive in ACT on Saturday 8^th August for compulsory vehicle safety checks and registration prior to briefings and the Start Dinner that evening.

Kars set off on Sunday 9th August over a secret route via Far West NSW then onto the finish in Cowra, NSW on Saturday 15th August where a Presentation Dinner will be held that evening.

The event is open to all fully road registered cars subject to them meeting certain safety requirements and compliance with the Rules and Regulations which are available on the website. All participants also must abide by a Code of Conduct which is a requirement upon registering.

How to get involved

The Kidney Kar Rally is for anyone and any car. It doesn’t matter if you’re a lifetime Rally driver, beginner or don’t want to rally drive at all, you can get involved and join the Rallytive family.

Rally Kar

If you don’t mind taking things off road and onto tricky terrain, this is the option for you.

The Rally sections are designed to take you off the beaten track providing an adventure where teamwork and mechanical sympathy for your vehicle should see you cover the set course each day.

Your strting position for every day of the Kidney Kar Rally is determinded by how much money you have been able to raise for kids and youth living with kidney disease.

Kruise Kar

If you’re unsure about tackling the dirt tracks or you simply want to dip your toes in the Rally world, this is the option for you.

Get involved in all the best parts of the Rally, the scenic countryside, the camaaderie, the cause and the fun without needing to go off-road. You won’t travel through the Rally course at any time but will go on your own adventure with the rest of the Kruise Kars.

Who can enter

Participants come from every corner of Australia to take part in the Rally. Some are seasoned rally drivers, others are complete beginners — and many simply prefer to cruise the main roads as Kruise drivers. However you choose to roll, everyone joins with one shared purpose: to raise awareness and vital funds for Kidney Kids and Youth.

Kidney disease touches so many lives — our children, families, friends, and often ourselves. That’s why our Rallytives come together: to shine a light on this silent disease and support young people doing it tough.

All registered and insured kars are welcome.

How much does it cost?

🚗Kar Registration Fee - $360 per vehicle (non-refundable)
🚘Rally Individual Entry Fee - $1,150 per person
🚙Kruise Individual Entry Fee - $750 per person

What does the registration & entry fees cover?
All meals (except the lay day), t-shirt, name badge, entertainment, event officials, photos, first aid & gear truck support and RallySafe monitoring.

Minimum Fundraising Per Car
$4,000 - 50% fundraising payable 30th April 2026, final fundraising due 31st July 2026.

Have Questions?

If you would like more information, please email kidneykarrally@kidney.org.au to receive an information pack or call us on 1800 454 363