Targa Newfoundland 2025 roars into action in just a few days covering close to 2000 km from eastern to central Newfoundland. The ultimate tarmac rally will travel through 30 communities from September 13-18. There are many places where people can catch the action along the way. Some of the best viewing spots are in the town stages such as Bay Bulls, Gander, Glenwood, Appleton, and the finale in Brigus.

On the final day of competition, teams will head to beautiful Conception Bay for the most challenging stages of the rally in a spectacular setting. Teams will zip through scenic Conception Harbour, Colliers, Georgetown, Marysvale, Turk’s Gut and Brigus before the winners are decided.

Several first-timers will join the Targa family this fall. Here are some of the new teams that will “Race the Rock” for the first time.

In just one week, about 30 teams from across North America and parts of Europe will converge on St. John’s for the 2025 edition of the legendary Targa Newfoundland tarmac rally.

There will be plenty of familiar faces at Targa this fall. Here are several past competitors who just can’t get enough of this epic rally.

On Wednesday, Sept. 17, teams will make their way to Random Island in Trinity Bay. Beautiful Random Island is home to many lively communities that will host some of our key stages.

In the 2025 Royal St. John’s Regatta, our Targa Newfoundland rowing team placed third in a very close and hard fought ladies under-18 race.

Professional racing legend Randy “The Rocket” Pobst of Georgia has twice claimed the Targa 1 title. Can he make it three in a row this fall with co-driver Paul Abbott?

Scott Giannou of St. John’s won Targa Newfoundland three times but it took several attempts before he pulled off that first victory. Here he shares his wisdom about finding success at Targa.

Eastport Peninsula, an area known as The Road to the Beaches, embodies what Newfoundland outports are famous for: startling coastlines, culture, history, entertainment and a welcoming environment second-to-none.