Port Douglas · Far North Queensland
Australia's most gloriously wrong night out.
"A riot of FNQ wrongfulness for the whole family" — amphibian debauchery
at its finest, hosted by the legendary MC Nicky G.
The Unwanted Pest Becomes the Main Event
They arrived in 1935 to eat beetles. They ate everything else instead. For nine decades Australia has been locked in mortal combat with the cane toad — and losing, magnificently.
So why not race them?
"If you can't beat 'em, put numbers on 'em and charge admission." — Local wisdom, Port Douglas
What started as a gloriously dumb idea has become Port Douglas' most beloved nightly tradition: five nights a week, under the tropical stars, MC Nicky G pits toad against toad in a 45-minute comedy spectacular that's somehow landed on national news.
Bring the kids. Bring Grandma. Bring your inhibitions — you won't need them.
"Amphibian debauchery at its finest"
How a Night at the Races Works
Deceptively simple. Toads in a bucket. A circle on the ground. The toad that hops furthest from the centre wins. What could go wrong? Everything. Everything goes wrong. That's the point.
Step 01
Arrive & Eat
Book dinner at Chilly's Pizza & Trattoria. Fuel up on excellent Italian before the madness begins.
Step 02
Meet Your Toad
MC Nicky G introduces the lineup. Pick your favourite. Name them. Form an emotional attachment you will regret.
Step 03
Race!
Toads released from the centre bucket. Bedlam ensues. The crowd goes feral. Children scream. Adults scream louder.
Step 04
Glory (or Grief)
A winner is crowned. Nicky G delivers the eulogy for the losers. You leave having experienced something uniquely Australian.
Meet the Athletes
Each toad has a name, a personality, and absolutely no interest in racing. That's what makes it beautiful.
Hoppie McHopface
"Beloved by children, feared by no one"
W/L: 14 / 8 · Est. 2022
Sir Warty Butt
"Distinguished veteran. Very slow."
W/L: 7 / 21 · Est. 2022
Princess Wartalina
"Reigning champ. Unimpressed by everyone."
W/L: 19 / 5 · Est. 2023
Neville the Underdog
"The people's toad. Has never technically won."
W/L: 2 / 28 · Est. 2021
Cane & Able
"Named by a dad at the show. Haunts him still."
W/L: 11 / 14 · Est. 2024
As Seen On…
From national TV to reality television royalty — Port Douglas' most gloriously wrong show keeps making headlines.
Channel 7 News
Watch the full segment →
Real Housewives of Melbourne
Foxtel Episode 4 →
Star 102.7 Radio
Johnny & Inky's Cane Toad Cup →
Five Stars. Mostly.
Plan Your Night
Location
Chilly's Pizza & Trattoria
2 Mowbray St, Port Douglas QLD 4877
Race Schedule
Tuesday – Saturday
Show starts 6:00 pm · Duration 45 min
Tickets (at the door)
$6 per person · $25 family pass
Arrive before 5:30 pm for best spots
Dinner Bookings
chillyspizza.com
No dinner booking needed just for the show
Private Events
Corporate & special occasions
0419 022 692
Ready to Race?
Book your dinner table at Chilly's and secure your spot at the most gloriously wrong show in FNQ. Free to watch — just come hungry.
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