Geelong Attractions & Events
GEELONG CONVECTION AND EXHIBITION CENTRE
The Geelong Convention and Exhibition Centre precinct(Scheduled to open in 2026), part of the Geelong City Deal, will be a focal point project. It will include commercial spaces, a 1,000-seat plenary venue, and 3,700 sqm of versatile space for simultaneous small and large events. The development will be situated on a 1.6-hectare waterfront site between Western Beach Road and Smythe Street in central Geelong.
GEELONG ARTS CENTRE
Geelong Arts Centre, founded in 1981, is the primary provider of arts experiences in Geelong and the G21 Region. With multiple theatres, studios, and creative spaces, we welcome 180,000 visitors and 15,000 artists annually.
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WINERIES
Geelong is classified as a ‘cool climate’ wine region which inherently provides an extended ripening period. The Geelong region boasts a winning combination of rich ‘terroir’ (the overall growing environment of the vine that has a direct impact on a wine’s character) and a cool climate, similar to the renowned French wine regions of Bordeaux and Burgundy
NATIONAL WOOL MUSEUM
26 Moorabool St, Geelong VIC 3220
The National Wool Museum was established in Geelong, Victoria in 1988 as part of the Australian Bicentennial Celebrations. It is housed in the former Dennys, Lascelles Ltd Wool Store.
ADVENTURE PARK
1249 Bellarine Hwy, Wallington VIC 3222
Adventure Park is Victoria's biggest water theme park. The park contains many attractions such as numerous water slides and water playgrounds.
GEELONG WATERFRONT
Eastern Beach Rd, Geelong VIC 3220
Facing the north shores of Corio Bay the Geelong Waterfront area has been a popular destination since Geelong was founded in 1836.
The area is filled with restaurants, shops, bars, gardens and the famous Geelong bollards. Eastern beach hosts a Children's pool, enclosed sea areas with diving boards, BBQ facilities and playground areas.
BOTANIC GARDENS
Garden Street, East Geelong VIC 3219, Australia
The Geelong Botanic Gardens are the 4th oldest botanic garden in Australia, established in 1851.
Inside you will find a tea house, rose garden and conservatory, which are all free to visit!
GEELONG GALLERY
55 Little Malop St, Geelong VIC 3220, Australia
Major regional gallery currently home to 4,000 works of art. As one of the oldest regional art galleries in Australia, many prestigious exhibitions have been hosted such as the Archibald Prize in 2018 and Sidney Nolan's Ned Kelly Series in 2019.
Free to enter and open daily!
FAIRY PARK
2388 Ballan Road, Anakie VIC 3213
Fairy Park is set in the beautiful open rolling countryside of Anakie, Enter Fairy Park and discover Fairies, Elves, Hippogriffs and Dragons in this enchanting medieval wonderland!
Suitable for the young and the young at heart, Fairy park will delight, entertain and intrigue all age.
YOU YANGS REGIONAL PARK
5 Branch Road, Little River VIC 3211
Magnificent views, birdlife and a mecca for walkers, horse riders and mountain bikers - welcome to the You Yangs! The distinctive granite peaks of this park rise abruptly from the flat plains below. Flinders Peak and Big Rock have panoramic views!
www.parks.vic.gov.au/places-to-see/parks/you-yangs-regional-park
NARANA ABORIGINAL CULTURAL CENTRE
410 Surf Coast Highway, Grovedale VIC 3216
'Narana' means a deep listening and understanding.
Nestled amongst native trees, walkways, gardens and the resident emus and wallabies, is the cultural display and performance building, Art Gallery, Café Narana and retail outlet.
Geelong Events
Festival of Sails
24th - 26th January 2025
Our Bayview rooms are in perfect position to view the largest annual keel boat regatta in the Southern Hemisphere, right from the comfort of your own balcony!
The Festival of Sails was first held in 1844 and this event has consistently attracted both brilliant yachts and a public keen to soak up the essence of the event. Join in on the free community Waterfront Festival including food, wine, live music, entertainment, market stalls and a family friendly kids zone spread along the stunning Geelong foreshore.
We are situated walking distance from the action and boast incredible views to be enjoyed all throughout the long weekend.
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IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong Triathlon
23rd Febuary 2025
Baker Institute IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong has long been the best-kept secret on the Oceania circuit, with a stunning venue, world-class course, vibrant community and loads of local support. No surprise then that this race was voted #1 in the world for Overall Athlete Satisfaction ... it's the ideal race to kick-start your year. Plus, watch all the action right from our front door!
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Head of the SCHOOLGIRL'S Rowing Regatta
14th - 16th March 2025
Over 1,800 competitors from Year 9 to Year 12 represent their schools in this pinnacle event on the girls rowing calendar!
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