# Event Details - **Event Name**: The Dept. Car Show - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sun, 18 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 pm (+11:00) - **Event Description**: MELBOURNE... WE'RE BACK. The Dept returns. Bigger. Better. Built for the community. After an incredible first event, we're bringing The Dept Part 2 back to Melbourne with even more cars, more brands, more entertainment and a completely new experience. Whether you're into JDM, Euro, Aussie, classics, stance, 4WDs, bikes or anything in between, The Dept is built to celebrate every corner of automotive culture. This isn't just another car show. It's where the community comes together. 📍 LOCATION & DATE Seaworks Maritime Precinct 82 Nelson Place, Williamstown VIC Saturday & Sunday October 17th and 18th 2026 Seaworks, Williamstown WHAT TO EXPECT • Hundreds of carefully curated vehicles from across Australia • A completely refreshed vehicle lineup each day! • Automotive brands and vendors • Exclusive merchandise • Food trucks and local vendors • Live entertainment • Creator and media activations • Awards celebrating some of Australia's best builds • The return of our crowd favourite, The Roll Out, where selected vehicles leave the event under lights in front of the community. SHOWBAGS Upgrade your experience with one of our limited showbags. Packed with products from KOKA, our event partners and supporting brands, every showbag contains over $100 worth of value. Contents may include: • Event lanyard • Air freshener • Stickers and accessories • Vendor products • Exclusive offers and vouchers DISPLAY YOUR CAR Think your pride and joy deserves a spot? Applications are now open for vehicle displays. Every application is reviewed to ensure a diverse, high-quality lineup representing all styles of automotive culture. Please note that submitting an application does not guarantee acceptance. BECOME A VENDOR Want to showcase your business to thousands of passionate enthusiasts? Vendor applications are now open, with limited spaces available. Whether you're selling products, promoting your services or launching something new, The Dept provides the perfect platform to connect with Australia's automotive community. FAMILY FRIENDLY The Dept is designed for everyone. ✔ Kids under 12 enter FREE with a paying adult. ✔ Dogs are welcome (please keep them on a lead and clean up after them). ✔ Photography and videography are encouraged. ✔ Media Passes available for early access before public entry. TICKETS Choose from General Admission, VIP/Media Passes and optional Showbag upgrades. Please note: • Tickets are limited. • Once allocation is exhausted, no further tickets may be released. • All ticket sales are final. MORE THAN A CAR SHOW. The Dept isn't about one style of car. It's about the people behind them. See you in Melbourne. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/footscray/the-dept-car-show/200030605254406 - **Event Categories**: food-drinks, kids, dog - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 135 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Footscray - **state**: VI - **country**: Australia - **location**: Seaworks - **lat**: -37.86305199125 - **long**: 144.9072009135 - **full address**: Seaworks, Seaworks Maritime Museum, 82-92 Nelson Pl, Williamstown VIC 3016, Australia, Footscray ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The Dept. Car Show - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/51a2c2a8bed72964ebd8d9dd18ec99fad2a8b75af2b35d89742ebff3496811f6-rimg-w960-h540-dc585858-gmir?v=1788594059 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The Dept. Car Show being held? - **A:** The Dept. Car Show takes place on Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Sun, 18 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Seaworks, Seaworks Maritime Museum, 82-92 Nelson Pl, Williamstown VIC 3016, Australia, Footscray. - **Q**: Who is organizing The Dept. Car Show? - **A:** The Dept. Car Show is organized by Koka Dept.. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The Dept. Car Show is ideal for car enthusiasts, auto fans, and anyone passionate about classic, exotic, or custom vehicles. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Footscray, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 130+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "The Dept. 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