Geelong hosts an amazing array of events throughout the year. From iconic events like the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race and the Geelong Royal Yacht Club Festival of the Sails to Music festivals and farmers markets.
We are lucky at Bayside Geelong to be able to view many events at our Geelong hotel front door, such as the Cadel Evans race right past us on the Geelong Esplanade! This makes us your premium choice for Geelong accommodation.
Avalon Airshow
30th November - 5th December 2021
Celebrate the centenary of the Royal Australian Air Force!Marvel as jet fighters, strike bombers and heavy lift leviathans are joined by swarms of attack helicopters, from home and abroad, for a series of breathtaking routines and simulated combat manoeuvres. The event will feature the best collection of aerobatic daredevils ever to be gathered together for an Australian air show.
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Toast to the Coast
November 2021
Held over the Melbourne Cup long weekend, this iconic two-day festival is one of the most anticipated events on the local calendar, showcasing the very best cool-climate wines and gourmet food from around the Moorabool Valley, Surf Coast and Bellarine Peninsula. Click here if you're looking for Geelong accommodation including hotel rooms or apartments for Toast to the Coast in Geelong 2021 Official Website
Head of the Schoolgirls Rowing Regatta
March 2022
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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Festival of Sails
January 2022
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. Click here if you're looking for Geelong accommodation including hotel rooms or apartments for The Festival of Sails in Geelong 2022
Cadel Evans Road Race
Dates TBC January/February 2022
Watch the race speed right past our doorstep over the 4 days of cycling action! Plus we are just walking distance from the start and finish line at Eastern Beach Road. Inspired by Europe’s prestigious one-day classic races, the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race is the first of its kind in Australia. Over 3,0000 participants of all ages and abilities take part every year. Click here if you're looking for Geelong accommodation including hotel rooms or apartments for The Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race in Geelong 2022
