If you want to see what local builders are working on, this year’s Leisurefest is a good chance to walk through the vehicles. You can talk directly with the people who make them. The show is expected to bring 165 exhibitors to Sandown. Caravans, motorhomes, campers and touring gear will be spread across four days.
The Australian made launches to look for
Vista RV will unveil its new 2XL at the show. The Victorian manufacturer builds its campers in Bayswater, and Leisurefest will be the public’s first opportunity to see the new model. Vista RV
Paradise Luxury Motor Homes is bringing an all-new layout, with the details being held back until the reveal. Paradise builds its motorhomes in Australia. Therefore, this will be one to visit if you’re considering leaving the caravan and tow vehicle combination behind for a motorhome. Paradise Luxury Motor Homes
Supreme Caravans is marking its 40th anniversary with a move into motorhomes. Its new range is planned across 10 layouts, including configurations for couples and families, on an Iveco Daily chassis with a stated 4,500kg GVM. Supreme has manufactured caravans in Australia for nearly four decades. At the show, visitors can see how the company has carried that experience into its new vehicles. Supreme Caravans
For buyers, a reveal is only the start of the conversation. Step inside, check how you would use the kitchen and storage, and ask for the specifications of the particular vehicle you’re considering. Payload, water capacity, included equipment and warranty support matter long after the show is over.
Make a day of it
There’s plenty planned beyond the RV displays. Bluey and Bingo are scheduled for live interactive sessions and meet-and-greets on Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 October. The program also includes remote control car racing, Randy’s Junk Yard Motor Bike Action Show, and sessions on travelling with pets featuring Dr Katrina Warren and dog trainer Julija Kinghorn. Check the show program for session times before you go. caravanshow.com.au
When and where
Melbourne Caravan
& Camping Leisurefest
Plan your visit to Melbourne Caravan & Camping Leisurefest at Sandown Racecourse, with four days of caravans, camping, outdoor gear and touring inspiration.
Thursday 1 to Sunday 4 October 2026
9am–4pm daily
Sandown Racecourse
591–659 Princes Highway, Springvale VIC
Adults $20 · Concession $18
Children 15 and under are free with a paying adult.
Tickets are available online and at the gate. Gate purchases are card only. The organiser says arrivals are busiest between 9:30am and 11am, so allow time if you have several vehicles on your list. caravanshow.com.au
For anyone weighing up their next setup, Leisurefest offers something a brochure cannot: the chance to compare layouts in person and ask Australian builders how their vehicles are put together.
