Frequently Asked Questions

Children aged 15 and under FREE

Pensioner Concession Card holders, full-time Student Cardholders, and Seniors Cardholders

No grandstands are available.

• Friday 21st: February 8:00am – 5.30pm
• Saturday 22nd: February 8:00am – 5.30pm
• Sunday 23rd: February 8:00am – 5.30pm

Pre-purchase tickets holders can ride their bike through the express lane located at Gate 1.

• The Paddock is an area behind the pits where you meet your favourite riders share the same space with key personnel. It features on stage entertainment, race commentary, autograph sessions and rider media conferences and interviews.

• All 3 Day General Admission, Bar SBK, campers and VIP Hospitality ticket holders have FREE access to the paddock.
• Single day + paddock tickets can be pre-purchased via the Ticketek website.

• Single day ticket holders can purchase paddock access for $40 per day at the venue from the Event Information Office (EIO) which is opposite the pedestrian overpass bridge.

Yes.

• Free Friday for Bass Coast Shire residents. Drivers Licence, Rate Notice, residential bill or other photo ID containing address is required upon entry to confirm residency in the shire.
• Refer to VIP Hospitality information.

Tickets are non-refundable. A credit may be offered in the case of a medical condition. All credit requests due to medical reasons must be put in writing for consideration with medical certificates included.

No. The venue is licensed so alcohol can only be purchased on site.

No, but certified Assistance Dogs are allowed. Ensure you have your dog’s certification with you at all times.

No, the Phillip Island Circuit no longer accepts cash transactions. All outlets will have Eftpos facilities with Visa, Mastercard and Eftpos accepted.

No, but they are permitted within the campground area (subject to fire restrictions), refer Camping FAQ’s.

• Yes, however shade tents cannot be erected if they obstruct other patrons’ view and they must be securely anchored to allow for Phillip Island’s windy conditions.
• PISBK reserves the right to direct patrons to remove their shade structures.

7:00am to 9:00pm Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

**Kitchen Closes at 8.00pm

Yes

7.00am to 10.00am Friday, Saturday and Sunday

6.00pm to 8.00pm Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday

Gate 2; off Back Beach Road.

• Wednesday 19 February 12:00pm –5:00pm (Contractors, Competitors & Officials)
• Thursday 20 February 7:00am –7:00pm
• Friday 21 February 6:00am –6:00pm
• Saturday 22 February 6:00am –6:00pm
• Sunday 23 February 7:00am –3:00pm

• Friday 21 February 9:00am – 5:00pm
• Saturday 22 February 9:00am – 5:00pm
• Sunday 23 February 9:00am – 5:00pm

• Please contact circuit administration by emailing info@phillipislandcircuit.com.au

• There is an accessible viewing mound (must display Accessible Parking Permit and be the person the permit is issued to), Entry is via Gate 1 or gate 7. There is also a viewing area to the left of the pedestrian overpass along Gardner Straight. Dedicated parking is available to the rear of this area at the South end of the Expo.

• Accessible toilets are provided at both accessible viewing areas and also in the Control Tower carpark, Paddock and Visitor Centre toilet locations.

Yes. Disability Pension Card to be shown at the gate for disability parking access.

Yes, there is an accessible shuttle bus, the contact number will be available at the gate on arrival.

Yes, near the South end of the pit building, opposite catering. You must have a valid ticket to gain access to the Pit Roof area.

The First Aid point is located inside the Expo on Gardner Straight North, First Aid then moves to the Campground once public gates close overnight

Yes but only for event patrons

10:00am – 5:00pm (Subject to change)

No. BAC must be 0.00% to participate on the Go Karts.

Closed toe shoes and covered shoulders (no singlets) are required.

You are required to pay and register for your Go Karts at the Visitor Centre.

To participate on the Go Karts, you can book by visiting the Visitor Centre.

Report to the Event Information Office, opposite the pedestrian overpass bridge.

Yes, children under 15 can access the paddock area but must be accompanied by a paying adult.

• The Paddock Show features on stage entertainment, race commentary, autograph sessions and rider media conferences and interviews.

Yes, a schedule will be available at www.worldsbk.com.au once released

In the Paddock, behind the pits.

Parking is FREE.

Yes as long as the motorcycle is road registered and the rider holds a valid driver’s licence. Standard road rules apply.

Standard road rules apply and we recommend wearing a helmet at all times

Parking is located in the paddock adjacent to Gate 7, entry is via Gate 2. Please refer to event map.

No. Motorcycles are permitted to ride around outfield on the service roads.

No

No, only road registered bikes can be ridden on site.

You will receive your General Admission, Bar SBK and Campground package tickets via email from Ticketek.

Yes, Bar SBK patrons exchange their ticket for a wristband at any of the gates. Bar SBK patrons who are camping will receive their wristbands from the campground ticket office at Gate 2.

Pre-purchase price is $35 per day via the Ticketek website. Pit walks can be purchased during the event from the Event Information Office (opposite the pedestrian overpass) for $50 per day. Children are also required to pay for the pit walk.

• Saturday 22 February
• Sunday 23 February

TBC. Dependent on schedule.

You will receive your General Admission, Bar SBK and Campground package tickets via email from Ticketek.

Yes but you will need to advise us at the time of booking. Tickets can be collected from Gate 2 Accreditation Centre from Thursday 27th February 2019at 12pm for General Admission or Bar SBK who are NOT CAMPING. Patrons camping can collect their tickets from the Campground Ticket Office from Thursday 27th February 2019 from 9am.

Yes, Bar SBK patrons exchange their ticket for a wristband at any of the gates. Bar SBK patrons who are camping will receive their wristbands from the campground ticket office at Gate 2.

$13 pre-purchased or $15 on the day

Programs can be pre-purchased through Ticketek or at the venue from the Event Box Office, Event Information Office, official merchandise outlets and the Visitor Centre.

• Push Bikes are permitted, standard road rules apply.
• Push bikes are not permitted in the WorldSBK paddock.

Yes

A schedule will be available at www.worldsbk.com.au once released.

Yes, you will need to refer to the schedule provided by South Coast Bus. The schedule is received closer to the event and will be available on our website worldsbk.com.au

There will be a free public shuttle bus stopping at various sign-posted locations around the Circuit. Patrons can phone 0419 006 382 or 1800 133 320 to be collected.

• Friday 21 February             7:00am – 9:00pm
• Saturday 22 February        7:00am – 9:00pm
• Sunday 23 February           7:00am – 9:00pm

Visitor Centre

No

• The Campground Ticket Office opens from 7.00am Thursday 20 February.
• The Campground opens from 9.00am Thursday 20 February to 12.00pm Monday 24 February

On the outfield of the Circuit, near turn 1 and turn 2. please refer to the Circuit map.

Specific Campground access is through Gate 2 off Back Beach Road (100m past Gate 1), and on to Gate 6A on Visitor centre drive

No, campground wristbands can be collected from the Campground Ticket Office located at Gate 2.

• Thursday 20 February 7:00am – 7:00pm
• Friday 21 February 7:00am – 6:00pm
• Saturday 22 February 7:00am – 6:00pm
• Sunday 23 February 9:00am – 12noon

• Yes, you must see security or the campground manager as you enter the campground and leave your ID (drivers licence).
• You can collect your ID in the morning from the Campground Ticket Office and purchase or collect your campground wristband.

• All tents are required to be secured properly
• Marquee structures are prohibited
• No structure can be over 100m2

Campervans, mobile homes and caravans will be able to park within the General Camping Area

No. There are no allocated sites except the powered sites

Yes

Yes, an accessible toilet and shower facility is provided in the campground. Please refer to campground map.

There are 31 powered sites in the Trackside Campground. Bookings can be made via the Ticketek website until sold out.

Yes. Please refer to the campground map. Circuit access is strictly prohibited outside of gate opening and closing times.

No.

Yes, a Bikes Only area is provided. Cars and campervans are not allowed in the Bikes Only area.

Yes, but your tow vehicle may not remain with your trailer, it must be removed to the off-site carpark. If your tow vehicle must remain with your car you will need to camp in the General Camping Area

• No, this area is for camping only.
• Tents, camper-trailers and small campervans can be set up along the fence line but tow-vehicles any tow vehicle must be removed to the off-site carpark.
• If your tow vehicle must remain with your camper-trailer you will need to camp in the general camping area.

Yes, in the General Camping Area

Yes, in the General Camping area

• Alcohol is permitted in cans, casks or plastic bottles but NOT IN GLASS. The following alcohol limits per person per day exist:
• one slab of beer, cider or pre-mixed spirits;
• one cask of sealed wine, or
• one 750ml bottle of spirits NOT IN GLASS.
• Vehicles will be searched on entry to the campground and any prohibited items will be confiscated.

In the Visitor Centre.

Basic items such as bread, milk, eggs and bacon.

Thursday – 9.00am-6.00pm – open for breakfast and lunch.

Friday-Sunday – 7.00am-6.00pm – open for breakfast and lunch.

There will be a variety of pre-packed meals available for purchase for campers to reheat.  (Microwaves will be available in the campground.)

Yes, from the general store.
Available in small quantities (no slabs).

BBQ’s are only permitted within the campground area (subject to fire restrictions), refer to Camping FAQ’s.

Yes, small contained fires can be lit in the campground, except on total fire ban days and not under low-hanging trees.

No. Due to the time of the year all fires must be contained within a fire pit.

Yes, fire pits are available from the Visitor Centre. A refundable deposit of $50 is required.

Firewood can be purchased from the Visitor Centre.

Yes, however they must be switched off from 10pm – 7am.

No, but certified Assistance Dogs are allowed. Ensure you have your dog’s certification with you at all times