The annual Bright Rod Run is back from November 7 to 9, and it’s bringing the rumble of chrome, candy paint and polished hot rods to town.
Alpine Shire Council, along with Victoria Police and event organisers, is calling on visitors to “be part of the show, not the problem”, keeping the spotlight firmly on the Show and Shine event at Pioneer Park that makes the Rod Run one of the most colourful weekends of the year.
While the event is all about celebrating hot rod culture, Council is reminding rev-heads and would-be hoons that antisocial behaviour - from dangerous driving to late-night antics - will not be tolerated.
As in previous years, traffic management will be in place in Bright's CBD to promote safe movement of vehicles; however, informal car parking will not be permitted, and parking bay time limits will apply.
Alpine Shire Mayor, Cr Sarah Nicholas, said in recent years the community had seen an increase in traffic congestion and anti-social behaviour by visitors coming to town not necessarily for the event in Pioneer Park, but for the general atmosphere.
“The Rod Run is about showcasing classic hot rods, not turning our streets into a drag strip," she said.
"We want everyone to enjoy themselves, but we won’t let the reckless behaviour of a few spoil it for the many.”
This year’s campaign focuses on keeping it classic; encouraging visitors to admire the craftsmanship and history of hot rods at Pioneer Park – not in Bright's CBD – and leave the burnouts, screeching tyres and V8 chaos at home.
'Respect the run, keep it classic' is the message. Or, in other words: shine your ride, not your record.
Cr Nicholas said the Bright Rod Run is one of the best weekends of the year for local businesses and a time for young and old to enjoy classic cars.
"We love seeing our town buzzing with people who respect the event and respect our streets," she said.
"A few bad eggs doing burnouts or getting drunk in the streets don’t just hurt the roads - they hurt our community and the wonderful Hot Rod Show and Shine event, organised by community members.”
Police and Local Laws officers will again be visible across the weekend to help ensure everyone enjoys the event safely.
"We encourage everyone to soak up the atmosphere, support local cafes, pubs and shops, and most importantly, show respect for the community hosting the event by following parking time limits and alcohol restrictions," Cr Nicholas said.
“Most importantly, look out for one another while looking out for your favourite cars.”
The Bright Rod Run will be held in Pioneer Park in Bright from Friday, 7 to Sunday, 9 November 2025.
For more information about the event, visit Bright Rod Run - Bright Victoria
