The Black Label Invitational Team would like to thank you for supporting our exclusive event.

Black Label Invitational is a one-day event involving just over 200 of the best and unique vehicles around Australia. The doors will open to the VIP ticket holders at 10.00am and the general public at 12.00pm. Therefore, bump-in of vendors will occur in the morning at 7.00AM. It is imperative that you arrive at the venue on time to prevent delays. The gate will be closed at exactly 9.45AM.

Our venue for 2025 is the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, Bays 7 - 13, South Wharf, Victoria 3006.

MCEC Induction

All vendors for Black Label are required to complete the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre’s online induction. It is your responsibility to complete the induction process BEFORE bump in on event day. Should MCEC staff request to view your certificate and identification, if not completed, you may be denied site access.

Bumping-in

  • Commences at 7.00AM

  • Enter via the loading bay on Normanby Road

  • Gate closes at 9.45AM

How to Bump-in…

Step 1

Arrive at the loading bay, located on Normanby Road.

Step 2

Head over to Roller Door 4 where you will be greeted by staff and directed to check in.

Step 3

A staff member will confirm your details and you will be handed out your wristbands.

Please note that kids under 15 years of age are NOT allowed within the venue during the bump in period as per the MCEC rules and regulations.

Step 4

When ready, you will be guided into the venue, then into your allocated vendor area.

All patrons during bump in MUST wear a hi-vis vest during this period. Please bring your own hi-vis vest or these can be purchased during bump in.

Safety

For safety reasons, your vehicle must remain switched off the entire duration of the event and not move until bump out. No vehicles will be permitted to enter or leave the premises between the official bump in and out times. Strictly no revving inside the venue. Bump out will commence at 5.15pm. You will be instructed by our staff when it is safe to start your vehicles and carefully exit back through the loading bay.

NOTE:

If your vehicle is leaking oil or any other forms of fluid, you MUST bring your own drip tray to contain the leaking oil/fluid. If there is no drip tray and oil/fluid has leaked from your vehicle, the entrant is responsible for any additional cleaning costs incurred.

Vendor Parking

Please note, it is the vendor’s responsibility to find suitable parking when you have unloaded and bumped in for the event. Separate parking for small trucks, vans, tow trucks and trailers can be found in the above marked RED area, a short distance walk to MCEC.

Carparks

  • DFO Carpark - Accessed via Normanby Rd, located underneath M1

  • Wilson Parking - Freeway, Southbank: Accessed via Munro St, South Wharf

  • Care Park - 11-31 Montague Street, South Melbourne

We look forward to seeing you on the 16 February 2025. If you have any further questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us at info@blacklabelinvitational.com.au.