That figure represents a slight dip year-on-year from the 2025 number Supercars claimed of 128,337 attendees but continues a steady trend around the 120,000 mark in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Member for Townsville Adam Baillie estimated that about $51 million would be tipped into the Queensland economy by Supercars’ visit.
“What a great weekend,” said Adam Baillie, Member for Townsville.
“We turned it on with the weather and of course Supercars turned it on with all the sporting action.
“Townsville has cemented its reputation as the event capital of the north. We need no further proof than what occurred this weekend. It was a fantastic weekend of racing action.
“Over 124,000 people made it through the gates over the three days to see the racing, Summernats, PBR and everything that comes with Supercars.
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“We are North Queensland’s capital and we’ve seen people come from across Queensland and across the country to see Supercars perform again in Townsville.
“It’s fantastic to see and welcome them back to our great city.
“We also know how much this brings and means for the economy and the business operators in Townsville.
“It’s not just a great to event to hold for our local spectators and local sports fans, but for what it means for the accommodation providers, the hospitality providers, and the tourism operators.
“A lot of people come to the city for this event and they stay for everything else that we have to offer, whether it be the food, the sights and the sounds and everything else we have to offer here in Townsville.
“Another great event, and we look forward to hosting it again next year.”
Professional Bull Riding (PBR) made its Townsville 500 return this year as did the Summernats spin-off ‘Summernats goes Troppo’ showcase.
This year marked the 20th event for Supercars on the streets of Townsville.
Reid Park made its debut in 2009 and held double-headers in 2020 and 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The NTI Townsville 500 is supported by the Queensland Government through Tourism and Events Queensland (TEQ), the Townsville City Council, and Townsville Enterprise Limited.
Townsville 500 attendance (post-COVID-19 pandemic)
2026 – 124,679
2025 – 128,337
2024 – 126,618
2023 – 127,044
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