Darwin MXGP timetable for 2026 title decider revealed

2026 MXGP of Australia

Darwin will conclude on 18-20 September

Australia’s MXGP Presented by Sitzler returns to Darwin from 18-20 September, with Hidden Valley Raceway again set to host the final, championship-deciding round of the FIM Motocross World Championship.

The timing is already looking delicious. The race for the 2026 World Championship has taken on a distinctly Coenan flavour, with Lucas Coenan leading MXGP after an impressive start to the season, while twin brother Sascha has risen to the top of the MX2 standings. The pair made more history in Latvia when they won their respective classes, as reported in our Latvia’s MXGP reportthen before both Starred during his recent American cameo in Thunder Valley.

Darwin’s 2025 MXGP debut delivered exactly what late-season theater organizers had hoped for, with Romain Febvre and Simon Langenfelder crowned world champions. Hurricane-hit Hidden Valley closes. The event marked the return of the FIM Motocross World Championship to Australia after a 24-year absence, following the original darwin mxgp announcement And later it was revealed Purpose-built Hidden Valley Track Design.

Confirmation of three day program

Event organizers have now released the provisional on-track timetable for the 2026 MXGP of Australia, confirming a packed three-day schedule that again blends world championship competition with Australian support-class racing.

• Friday will kick off with the All-Australian MX3 and MX85 State Challenge, with teams from across the country vying for national bragging rights.
• Saturday morning will feature Australian support-class racing before MXGP, MX2 and WMX riders take over for practice, qualifying races and the opening WMX race.
• Sunday will bring the championship finalists, with a second WMX race and two races each for MXGP and MX2.

For the first time, Australian support classes will also be raced on Saturday morning, expanding the local component of the event before the international classes take center stage.

World title at stake

The world’s best MXGP and MX2 riders will descend on Hidden Valley Raceway for the final rounds of the 2026 championship, which will also include the closing round of the FIM Women’s Motocross World Championship.

Australian wildcard riders are again expected to add a strong local flavor to MXGP, MX2 and WMX, with those wildcard selections to be announced closer to the event.

The wildcard element was one of the key talking points when the Australian GP returned in 2025, giving local riders a rare chance to measure themselves against the world’s best on home soil. With the 2026 MXGP, MX2 and WMX title battles set to reach their conclusion in Darwin, the stakes should again be high from the opening gate drop.

Sitzler strengthened Darwin’s commitment.

Sitzler has signed on as MXGP Presenting Partner of Australia for 2026 and the next three years, cementing Darwin’s position on the global Motocross calendar.

The Hidden Valley track has quickly become one of the more elite circuits on the MXGP schedule. The 1.6-kilometre layout features 22 corners, 21 jumps and a 90-metre start straight that crosses the Hidden Valley road-racing circuit, with the venue designed to provide spectators with sweeping views across much of the course.

David Luongo, CEO of Infront Moto Racing, described Darwin as “A permanent fixture on the global Motocross map“, while Motorcycling Australia CEO Peter Doyle said the 2026 event was set to move from junior Australian racing on Friday to a world championship crescendo on Sunday.

tickets on sale

Tickets are on sale now, 3-day hot passes cost $150, day passes start at $45, and children 12 and under are admitted free with a paying adult. A $30 Paddock Pass upgrade will also be available for fans chasing behind-the-scenes access.

Hospitality options include the Skybox and Valley View Terrace, while the Holeshot Hotel is positioned as a premium general-admission area with a more casual area feel.

Event organizers are also leaning towards extensive top end travel opportunities, encouraging fans to escape Darwin around the race weekend, from beach dining and sunset sunsets in the dry season to fishing, wildlife experiences, national parks and Kakadu day trips.

MXGP of Australia Track Timetable

All times listed are local Darwin time.
Provisional timetable, subject to change.

Friday, September 18

Saturday, September 19

Sunday, September 20

Further event information and tickets are available here mxgpaustralia.com.au.