Rattle & Rust Rally
For the Love of Legendary Machines
26–29 March 2026
Bartelsfontein Farm, Mossel Bay
Buckle up, boys! The wildest motor-mad, dust-kicking farm rally in Mossel Bay is revving to life and it’s going to hit harder than a V8 on a cold morning.
Bring the Beasts
We Want Character, Chaos & Classics
The Rattle & Rust Rally is a long weekend of grit, gears, noise and nostalgia — a celebration of the vehicles that shaped our farms, our families and our South African stories. It’s the kind of experience that wakes up your inner 12-year-old… the one who still wants to shout “Start her up!” and hit the gravel running.
It’s a weekend where people of all ages come together: Families, Groups of friends, Car enthusiasts, Adventure lovers, Young ones who want to see how things were “back in the day “Anyone who appreciates a vehicle with character Everyone is welcome — vrouens, kinders, tannies, ooms, die hele span.
This is a family event with a warm Garden Route heartbeat. Camping at Bartelsfontein Farm is included to bring families into the lively spirit of the Rattle and Rust Rally – Link na Camping page hier!
Saturday Night Auction
Join us for the auction on Saturday night before the AWARD CEREMONY for the benefit of the
ACVV KENANI SERVICE CENTRE & ZETTIE JONKER Hulpsentrum
Overall Rally Champion wins prize money of R10 000
A festival of DUST and POWER!
Dirt circuit and Rally
The roar, thunder and rattle will echo across the farm as the action builds.
Drag Strip
Test your courage against the best. The fastest wheels earn the honour.
Donut Zone and Gymkhana
This is any Mad Max fan’s dream. Let those wheels sing as you spin, slide and show your skill with sharp turns and pure control.
Not Just for the Guys
Bring the Whole Tribe!
Sure, the boys will have their moment…but this is not a “man only” mission. Bring the wife. Bring the kids. Bring the in-laws (if you must). Everyone camps on the farm.
No rushing home. No cold leftovers on the couch.
Just proper countryside petrol fun with attitude.
Days full of noise, dust and adrenaline. Nights around the fire with good music, cold drinks and enough laughter to make your stomach hurt. If the stars align, there might even be time for a last donut spin on the gravel. All dust, sweat and hysterical moments.
Tent Hire Available
- Tuinroete Camping & Caravans — 044 695 2602
- Tents available for hire (2-person only):
- Deluxe Tent: R3 100 for the whole weekend
- Bell Tent: R3 800 for the whole weekend
Place your tent order: 064 317 0306
Something Big Is Warming Up…
We’re not giving away all the secrets just yet, but trust us…
something MASSIVE is about to hit the Garden Route and you’re going to want your name on that list.
Space is limited. Fun is not.
Don’t Miss Out. Secure Your Spot
WhatsApp for info: 064 317 0306 | 082 335 8231
Feeling brave? Build a theme-car.
This is going to be wild,
this is going to be loud,
this is going to be VET PRET – and you’re invited.
Contact Us
- karl@gardenrouteevents.com
- 064 317 0306 | 082 335 8231
- Bartelsfontein Plaas, Mosselbaai