Proudly Presenting
Australian Hearse Nationals
2026 Edition
1st & 2nd August 2026
Maldon & Castlemaine, Victoria
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The Programme
Day One · Saturday 1st August
The Grand Cruise
Maldon, Beehive Carpark | Gathering at 11:00am & Cruise Departure at 11:30am
Assemble at the Beehive Carpark in Maldon before the corege departs for Castlemaine. A procession befitting the finest vehicles on earth.
Destination: Hadfield's Garage, Castlemaine
The cruise concludes at the iconic Hadfield's Garage. A worthy resting place for such distinguished machines.
Day Two · Sunday 2nd August
The Main Event
Hearse Street Parade
A solemn and spectacular procession through the streets. Dress your hearse, dress yourself, and put on a show.
Hearse Show & Shine
The centrepiece of Nationals. Judging across all categories, awards presentation, and the crowning of this year's champions.
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Awards Categories
People's Choice
Best Hearse Pre-1980
Best Hearse Post-1980
Best Imported Hearse
Furthest Distance Travelled
Best Patina or Project
Best Display
Get those thinking caps on and get creative.
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Entry Information
$45
per hearse entry
- Entrant's collectors number plate
- Unique entrant number for display with your hearse
- Full access to both days of the event
Bring your beast. Claim your number. Make your mark.
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About Us
The Australian Hearse Nationals is Australia’s premier Hearse Festival ran by the Hearse Owners Club of Australia.
The event has become the must-do Hearse event for Hearse enthusiasts all over Australia.
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The Australian Hearse Nationals is proudly held as part of the Goldfields Gothic Festival