Events in Geelong

Brookes' Photographic Union 

Dating to 1891, the photographs on display by the Brookes' Photographic Union record the natural and built environments of Western Victoria with images of the region's stunning coastline and notable geological features such as Eagle Rock…  more »

Starts at Wednesday, 17 Feb 2010  -  Ends at Sunday, 08 Aug 2010

Geelong Highland Gathering 

The 53rd Geelong Highland Gathering, on Sunday March 21, will move from its Queens Park home of 52 Years for one year to Fyansford Common, less than a kilometre to the west. The Gathering, Victoria's largest celebration of Scottish culture,…  more »

Starts at Sunday, 21 Mar 2010  -  Ends at Sunday, 21 Mar 2010

Steampacket Gardens Market 

The Steampacket Market is a quality market, held once a month on the foreshore of Geelong's picturesque Waterfront. The market features over 50 stalls with a huge array of artisan and craft people, plants, furniture, clothing, gifts and food.…  more »

Starts at Sunday, 04 Apr 2010  -  Ends at Sunday, 05 Dec 2010

Robert Dowling - son of Empire 

Robert Dowling (1827-1886) holds a special place in the history of Australian art. He was the first artist to be trained in Australia and was renowned for his paintings of pastoralists and their properties, Indigenous people and biblical themes. This…  more »

Starts at Saturday, 08 May 2010  -  Ends at Sunday, 11 Jul 2010

Mothers Day Race Day - Geelong 

Show Mum just how much you love her with a day out at the races. Spoil her with a three course luncheon in our Briseis Stand, with all things nice for Mum on Mothers Day.

Starts at Sunday, 09 May 2010  -  Ends at Sunday, 09 May 2010

Nature and beyond - art is... 

Glenys Bryant, Patsy Bush, Andrea Clifford, Debra Jackson, Jan Synot and Ann Webb art IS...Studio and Gallery is a group of artists who share a studio in the Geelong city centre. The six artists draw on their diverse backgrounds in visual arts, science…  more »

Starts at Friday, 18 Jun 2010  -  Ends at Wednesday, 28 Jul 2010

Pettavel Winery and Restaurant Cooking Classes 

Pettavel Executive Chef Lyndon Betts will be conducting the renowned Pettavel Cooking classes, with tempting topics such as 'Divine Desserts, 'Slow Food', 'Creative Canapés Made Easy', 'Fabulous Fast Food'…  more »

Starts at Thursday, 08 Jul 2010  -  Ends at Tuesday, 24 Aug 2010

The Gordon Open Week & Night Market 2010 

See The Gordon in action and be inspired to take the next step during Open Week 2010. Free public one-hour tours depart daily at 11am and 2pm from City and East Campuses, where you'll see practical classes in progress, general campus facilities,…  more »

Starts at Monday, 19 Jul 2010  -  Ends at Friday, 23 Jul 2010

Earth Quest: Outer Space to Inner Earth 

Travel on an incredible journey from the outer limits of the Milky Way, through our Solar System and into the very centre of planet Earth - all at the National Wool Museum! Discover why we have seasons, how mountains are formed and how animals…  more »

Starts at Friday, 06 Aug 2010  -  Ends at Sunday, 03 Oct 2010

Golden Plains Farmers Market 

Golden Plains Farmers Market is a genuine market - meaning all of our stallholders are local producers, with the majority of their produce being grown or made by themselves - you get to talk to the person who created the produce! The region is…  more »

Starts at Saturday, 07 Aug 2010  -  Ends at Saturday, 04 Dec 2010

Shakespeare's Secrets - Songs, Sonnets and Rock 'n' roll 

The Geelong Art Gallery Foundation is hosting a theatrical performance, celebrating the songs of Shakespeare and the scenes that surround them. Performed by Richard Piper (Melbourne Theatre Company) and Wendy Stapleton with Paul Norton and Gerry Hale's…  more »

Starts at Saturday, 21 Aug 2010  -  Ends at Saturday, 21 Aug 2010

2010 UCI Road World Championships 

In 2010, Melbourne will welcome the 77th UCI Road World Championships. This event is second only to the legendary Tour de France in terms of importance and prestige in international cycling and it will bring the best riders in the world to Australia.…  more »

Starts at Wednesday, 29 Sep 2010  -  Ends at Sunday, 03 Oct 2010

Royal Geelong Show 

The Royal Geelong Show is the biggest four day show in country Victoria. People come from all walks of life, growers of produce and animals, creators of craft, artists, musicians, entertainers and many more to meet, show and share ideas. Celebrate…  more »

Starts at Thursday, 14 Oct 2010  -  Ends at Sunday, 17 Oct 2010

Geelong Collectables and Bottles Show 

Geelong Bottle and Collectables Club Inc. are hosting a Collectables and Bottles show at the Geelong Showgrounds. Friday evening will see a relaxing BBQ for collectors to boast about their latest finds and possibly a club auction of quality collectables…  more »

Starts at Friday, 22 Oct 2010  -  Ends at Saturday, 23 Oct 2010

Toast to the Coast 

Celebrate Geelong's premium cool climate wines and regional produce at the annual Toast to the Coast Festival. Tour the vineyards and wineries to sample award winning wines, local produce, gourmet food and enjoy live entertainment and music…  more »

Starts at Saturday, 30 Oct 2010  -  Ends at Sunday, 31 Oct 2010

Central Geelong Sidewalk Sales 

Every Melbourne Cup Day, Central Geelong celebrates with great shopping, fantastic bargains and loads of entertainment. They offer a huge range of genuine specials and discounts on fashion, home wares, services, electrical goods, food, services and…  more »

Starts at Tuesday, 02 Nov 2010  -  Ends at Tuesday, 02 Nov 2010

Ballan Cup 

Enjoy Spring Racing at the Ballan Cup held at the spacious Geelong Racecourse on Saturday 6 November 2010. It's a great day's entertainment for young and old and families with music, fashions on the field, picnic areas, free parking,…  more »

Starts at Saturday, 06 Nov 2010  -  Ends at Saturday, 06 Nov 2010

Gala Day Parade and Family Fun Day 

A colourful parade consisting of a variety of community and school floats, marching bands, dancing groups and lively entertainment. The parade concludes on Steampacket Gardens, Waterfront Geelong, with a family fun day featuring street performers,…  more »

Starts at Saturday, 20 Nov 2010  -  Ends at Saturday, 20 Nov 2010

2011 Geelong Vintage Rally 

The Geelong Vintage Rally is a prominent part of the annual Royal Geelong Show, which takes place in early January. Displays include: * Steam and internal combustion engines * Working and static steam models * Roy Holden Models…  more »

Starts at Saturday, 08 Jan 2011  -  Ends at Sunday, 09 Jan 2011

Audi Victoria Week 

Audi Victoria Week is Australia's largest keel boat regatta. First held in 1844, it's also the oldest sporting event in Victoria. The event attracts in excess of 450 yachts and over 4,500 competitors, with thousands of spectators coming along…  more »

Starts at Thursday, 20 Jan 2011  -  Ends at Wednesday, 26 Jan 2011

20th Annual All Ford Day 

See over 1,200 Ford Show Cars at the All Ford Day, with over 30 Ford Car Club displays, as well as private show cards, show car judging and trophies. Other activities include fun for the whole family with a live band, celebrities appearances, a…  more »

Starts at Sunday, 20 Feb 2011  -  Ends at Sunday, 20 Feb 2011

Pako Festa 

Pako Festa is a unique annual event with a strong blending of cultures, community spirit and involvement. The understanding of each other's cultures is an essential element of our multicultural Geelong and Australia. Pako Festa is Victoria's…  more »

Starts at Saturday, 26 Feb 2011  -  Ends at Saturday, 26 Feb 2011

Australian International Airshow 

Experience the best high flying action ever seen in Australia at the 2011 Australian International Airshow. The highly acclaimed public Airshow is run in conjunction with a comprehensive Aerospace and Defence Exposition, making this exciting event…  more »

Starts at Friday, 04 Mar 2011  -  Ends at Sunday, 06 Mar 2011

Geelong St Pats Cup 

The Geelong St Patrick's Cup has been running for the past 131 years and is the feature event of Summer Racing in Geelong for St Pats. This is a community racing event which supports local charities Anam Cara House, Barwon Youth Accommodation…  more »

Starts at Saturday, 19 Mar 2011  -  Ends at Saturday, 19 Mar 2011

Lara Food and Wine Festival 

See our celebrity hostess, Catriona Rowntree whip our chefs into gear as they serve up an assortment of tasty dishes at the Lara Food and Wine Festival. The festival will showcase local produce and include local wine and cheese makers, olive oil…  more »

Starts at Sunday, 27 Mar 2011  -  Ends at Sunday, 27 Mar 2011

Enterprize Ship Trust

Heritage attraction. Historic tall sailing ship that offers public and private sailings from Geelong, approx 12 visits per calender year.

Gateway Hotel

The Gateway Hotel is your one stop shop for all dining & entertainment. Pop in or give us a call & one of our friendly staff will help you out.

Pako Festa 'Celebrating Cultural Diversity'

Annual community based multicultural festival featuring street parade, ethnic food stalls, dancing and entertainment. Held annually in Pakington Stre

Saddle On Riding School

Horse Riding/Baby animal farm. Horse riding lessons and pony rides. Feed animals - $3. Ride our BMX bikes and track. Open Fri & Sat 10am - 4pm.

Metropolis Gallery

Vibrant central Geelong art gallery - paintings, edition prints, artglass, sculpture and jewellery & collectable. Major Australian artists.

Geelong Conference Centre

Residential conference centre in the Park 10 minutes from Corio Bay. Twin share with ensuite also self contained units, pool, spa, gym, games room.

Geelong Performing Arts Centre

GPAC presents high quality theatrical events from within Geelong and around Australia. It provides high quality venues for hire from 30 - 1400 seats.

Village Cinemas Geelong

Four Points By Sheraton, Geelong

Award winning deluxe hotel in Geelongs vibrant waterfront precinct. 109 luxury guest rooms, 120 seat restaurant, dedicated conference & event floor.

The Geelong Arena

A multi purpose sport and entertainment complex including reception centre, conference facilities and auditorium seating 2000.

Geelong Greyhound Racing Club

Greyhound racing at Geelong Mondays and Friday nights. Dining available bars, sky channel and TAB facilities.

Royal Geelong Agricultural & Pastoral Society Inc

Annual 4 day Royal Geelong Show (October). Geelong Vintage Rally (2nd weekend in January). Grounds available for events, shows, festivals, conferences

Royal Geelong Yacht Club Inc

The Royal Geelong Yacht Club, home to Australia's largest sailing regatta, Audi Victoria Week, is centrally located on Geelong's waterfront.

Geelong Harness Racing Club

Geelong Heritage Centre

The Geelong Heritage Centre is Victoria's largest regional archive holding public and private records from the Geelong and Barwon Region.

Australian International Airshow

The Australian International Airshow is held biannually at Avalon Airport featuring the latest military aircraft and graceful historic planes.

Colin Mockett

Tour guide, historian, writer, actor, comedian. Leads walks, hosts tours, entertains, informs. Learn more on entertainmentgeelong.com.

Pettavel Winery & Restaurant

Restaurant, Winery and Cellar Door Sales. Modern winery and restaurant with sweeping vineyard views, acclaimed for local, seasonal Australian cuisine.

Ardara House

Cosy home style accommodation in central Geelong. Close to Geelong railway station, city and restaurants. 20 Minutes to Avalon Airport.

Econo Lodge Hacienda Motel

Motel offering quiet, double or family accommodation. All units air conditioned/ heated. All with queen sized beds. Remote control TV & Foxtel.

Provenance Wines

A small family winery making great wine from vineyards carefully selected for their distinctive terroir/sustainable viticultural practices.

Werribee Park

19th Century Werribee Mansion. 10ha formal garden features parterre, river, rare grotto, heritage listed trees & Victoria State Rose Garden.

Geelong Racing Club

Thoroughbred Racing Club.