Public listings checked 25/10/2026. Dates use each event’s local time. Check organiser details before travelling.
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Upcoming events
28 matching events listed in the next 60 days. Admission prices are shown where supplied.
Geelong Comedy Festival is a four-day celebration of comedy, bringing more than 100 comedians to eight venues across central Geelong.
From stand-up and improv to cabaret, kids shows, clowning and plenty more, the festival serves up a huge program featuring established Australian favourites, exciting emerging acts and some of the best local talent.
One of the things that makes the festival unique is the way it activates different spaces across the city, from bars and breweries to clubs and even the historic Old Geelong Gaol. With venues all within easy walking distance of one another, audiences can catch multiple shows in a night while exploring central Geelong along the way.
Now in its fourth year, Geelong Comedy Festival is proudly locally and independently run, with a focus on creating a fun, welcoming atmosphere that brings audiences, performers and local venues together. Whether you are a dedicated comedy fan or just looking for a great night out, there is something for every sense of humour. Popular shows can fill quickly, so booking early is recommended.
Grab dinner, see a show, walk to the next venue and make a whole night or weekend of it.
Celebrating open minds, curiosity and the joy of learning, Creative Collective Exhibition showcases the work of accomplished students and teachers from Queenscliffe Neighbourhood House.
Experimenting with new skills while building on sound artistic practice, they explore, discover and create alongside their tutors Anne McMahon Kate Shepherdson, Lizzie Bohan and Drawing Circle facilitator, Chris Bubb.
Now in its 12th year, Queenscliffe Literary Festival brings Australia's finest writers, thinkers, and storytellers to the Bellarine Peninsula over two weekends in October.
In 2026, the festival features George Georgievski (aka the Lunchbox Dad), former NSW Premier Bob Carr, food icon Stephanie Alexander, Stella Prize winner Michelle De Kretser, veteran journalist Lisa Wilkinson, acclaimed ballet dancer Li Cunxin, founder of Deepcut news Antoun Issa, and many more.
By weekend two, it's time for conversations with master interviewer Shaun Micallef, comedy legend Judith Lucy, crime writer Chris Hammer, memoirist Lorin Clarke, and the enduring Kaz Cooke. The festival will end on a high with an interactive session for all ages from the energetic Australian Children's Laureate Andy Griffiths.
The festival have got panels to challenge the status quo, tackling the big issues and cultural controversies. They are thrilled to feature STELLA: A New Australian Musical – a night with the artists by Monique diMattina, detailing the life of writer and feminist Stella Miles Franklin, a series of free community events, including the Book Doof, a community reading session under a live ambient DJ set, a Book Swap, where you simply bring a book and appetite to meet new people, and a community sing-a-long to ring in your Sunday.
Listen to the cheeky devil on your shoulder and indulge, you deserve it. Searoad wants to make you feel special and they think the High Tea can lead you down that road less travelled.
When it tastes this good, it must be sinful. The savoury plate on your journey to the top tier of happiness is filled with, fresh finger sandwiches, puffy pastries and tasty tarts. Just enough to get the fire going but leaving room for when we stoke the flames with the real sugary wickedness.
When you think you’re not sweet enough our audacious selection of moreish macarons, sweet slices and scrumptious scones will take all the right turns on your path to feeling pampered. Wash all the inhibitions away with a boujee bubbles and lean into being your true self.
This journey of spoiling ones self is better spent with like-minded people, so share a high tea on the high seas with the mums, the daughters, the sisters, the besties or even the hubbies and be a little bit naughty with a whole lot of nice.
Patternity is a collection of photographs challenging the idea of landscape as something separate from the community or simply as beauty observed from a distance.
Comprising a display of contemplative aerial landscapes shaped by water, memory and time, the photographs may encourage you to see the landscape as a mirror, one that reflects environmental and emotional rhythms and people's place within the larger systems they live in.
Discover the enduring connection between the Geelong Cats and their supporters in GENERATIONS: Cats fans, then, now, always at Geelong Sports Museum.
This exhibition explores what it means to be a Cats fan - a bond shaped by family, football seasons and a lifetime of memories. From first games at GMHBA Stadium to the moments supporters revisit years later, following Geelong has always been about more than the match itself.
Through a mix of stories, images and memorabilia, GENERATIONS highlights the traditions, rituals and personal connections that define Cats supporters. From hand-painted signs to the ways fans now connect in digital spaces, the experience of following the Cats has evolved over time, while the sense of connection remains constant.
Set at Kardinia Park, this exhibition offers a distinctly local insight into one of Australia's most recognised football clubs, and the community that surrounds it. A compelling experience for football fans, families and visitors to Geelong alike.
Geelong City Market is a holistic produce, food and drink market that represents and promotes locality, quality, authenticity and excellence.
A market that has world class produce, food and beverage offerings at its core with an abundance of peripheral stalls and activations that showcase the regions creativity, culture, attractions and experiences. It is a place to shop, eat, drink, learn, discover and above all else connect with the local artisans of the Geelong and Barwon Region, and with each other.
A highly curated market with creative and cultural workshops, cooking demos hosted by Simon Toohey and showcasing the regions produce, food tours, producer highlight, weekly ingredient showcases, cultural and art activations, live music, performance and entertainment.
The Bellarine Arts Trail – known informally as the BAT – is managed by the Barwon Heads Arts Council (BHAC). 2026 is its tenth year. It is a very popular event in Barwon Heads, Ocean Grove, Point Lonsdale, and Queenscliff that showcases local creatives, and the diversity of their work. Professional, emerging, and hobbyist creatives are represented.
Visitors can explore artists' work in their own studios and in group studios, in galleries, and in community venues across picturesque southern coastal towns. Artworks will be available for sale, and entry to all venues is free. The Barwon Heads Arts Council are thrilled to support and showcase the region's creative talent and attract visitors to the Bellarine Peninsula.
Please check the Bellarine Arts Trail town maps on the Barwon Heads Arts Council website for wheelchair accessible venues, and those with refreshment availability and demonstrations.
The Bellarine Arts Trail is held on the land of the traditional owners, the Wadawurrung.
Barwon Heads Arts Council wishes to thank their major sponsor, Community Bank Barwon Heads, Bendigo Bank, and the Borough of Queenscliffe and Bellarine Property, for their generous support of this event.
Get ready for a spooktacular afternoon of cars, costumes and family fun at Freckleberry Chocolate Factory in North Geelong.
Freckleberry's Spooktacular Car Show brings together classic cars, supercars, muscle cars and European icons for a Halloween-themed event the whole family can enjoy.
Visitors can explore an incredible display of vehicles, dress up in their favourite Halloween costumes and enjoy a fun-filled afternoon with plenty of treats. There will be a sausage sizzle, cold drinks, delicious hot chocolates, coffee, iced drinks and ice creams available to purchase. Families can also enjoy free balloons, exciting giveaways and a best-dressed Halloween costume competition.
Whether you're a car enthusiast, a chocolate lover or simply looking for fun things to do with kids in Geelong, this family-friendly event has something for everyone.
Held at Freckleberry Chocolate Factory in North Geelong, it's the perfect way to celebrate Halloween and the Melbourne Cup long weekend.
You're being held at Dark Cellars. One day, no parole.
On Halloween this year, the cells of the Old Geelong Gaol swing open, not for prisoners, but for you. Twenty of the region's best winemakers, distillers, brewers and artisan producers are locked in the cell blocks, waiting to pour you their best.
This is strictly an 18 plus event.
Your ticket includes a tote bag and tasting glass to keep, full access to every producer tasting across both levels of the gaol, entry to masterclasses hosted by their Wine Warden, music and entertainment and free shuttle from Geelong Station.
Additional extras include Mano Deli's elite interpretation of a gourmet prison-ration pack- fit for Meat-eaters, Vego's and Vegans.
Looking for the ultimate free, family friendly Halloween celebration?
Join Ray White Highton for their second annual Ray Fright Community Event - a spooktacular afternoon packed with eerie excitement, fantastic food, and lots of fun.
Whether you're a tiny tot, a teenager, or just young at heart, this event has got something to get everyone into the Halloween spirit.
Enjoy free face painting, barbecue and fairy floss. Engage in some free Halloween craft where you can design your own spooky mask. Indulge your sweet tooth with some incredible local treats by VidBar. And of course, trick or treating.
Costumes are highly encouraged. Go all out - scary, funny, or creative, they want to see them all. All ages are welcome. This is a family and community-first event. Bookings are essential. While the event is free, securing your spot helps the monsters plan ahead so they have plenty of food and treats for everyone.
Sponsored by Routley's Bakery, VidBar Highton and Highton Rotary. If you have any questions, please email the event organisers.
Live music and good times await.
Come along to Sailors' Rest on Saturday evenings to enjoy some of the finest live music in the Lounge Bar. Whether you're sticking around after lunch, settling in for the evening or joining for your Saturday night pre-drinks, it's the perfect place to be.
The music will be playing and the drinks will be ready.
A new initiative of Creative Geelong, the May'D shop is a retail experience that showcases the latest works from their diverse membership. From glass sculptures to prints, paintings and drawings to jewellery and leather goods - the May'D shop provides the community with a unique array of special creative works.
Located within Centrepoint Arcade the May'D Shop offers a unique retail experience with the chance to take home a treasure created by a local regional artist.
World class Virtual Reality Cinema comes to Village Cinemas Geelong.
For the first time ever, audiences in Geelong will be able to experience three spectacular virtual reality (VR) films in a shared, fully immersive cinema setting, as White Spark Pictures brings its award-winning VR Cinema season to Village Cinemas Geelong.
Until 31 August, audiences can step inside The Antarctica Experience, The Great Kimberley Wilderness and Beyond the Milky Way. These are not films you simply watch, these are films you become a part of.
Using fully immersive 360 degree virtual reality and cinematic surround sound, audiences are placed at the centre of extraordinary worlds, from the frozen landscapes of Antarctica, to the ancient Kimberley wilderness, to deep space and the Milky Way, in an experience designed for all ages and perfect for families.
The limited season marks the first time these films have been presented in virtual reality to Victorian audiences, and the first time Geelong audiences will have the chance to experience this groundbreaking shared virtual reality cinema format.
Geelong has some vibrant and beautiful street art ready for you to discover. Just by wandering through the streets and laneways, you will be delighted and surprised by the abundance of artwork free for you to enjoy.
Here are some places you might like to check out to get you started.
To The Unknown Mariner - incredible due to its scale and beauty, this work of art aims to celebrate and pay tribute to Geelong's maritime history. The weathered face of an old man at sea depicts the harsh life lived out in the elements. Designed by Cam Scale, located in Brougham Street.
Union Street Mural - designated as a community art space, all kinds of colourful and interesting murals are created and change every three to five years. Designed by artists and young people from Geelong.
Moi-Yo Miller - once a famously beautiful magicians assistant, now a famously beautiful Mural, Moi-Yo Miller sits on the corner of James Street and Minns Lane. Created by Michael Cassar, this mural celebrates one of Geelong's very own famous faces.
Denny's Place - this laneway celebrates the idea of homegrown talent. Showcasing two portraits of important people from the region, it is a street art spot not to miss.
Little Malop Street is full of colourful delights ready for you to start your street art discovery.
Charles Rose Geelong Art Gallery and Fine Jewellery store features a three storey art gallery and fine diamond jewellery showroom. A superb collection of very fine hand made diamond jewellery items is complimented by a fine art gallery on the upper levels.
Charles Rose is the premier Australian jewellery design house and manufacturer in Victoria, and the Geelong Store is an exceptional presence on the Bellarine Peninsula.
Laserquest Geelong is Geelong's largest indoor, family-friendly entertainment centre. Take the quest and play on over 120 arcade games, bowl on the QubicaAMF 10-pin bowling lanes, tag your family and friends in high tech game of laser tag and win prizes from the large range of skill-based games or their Prize Shop.
Laserquest offers its customers a truly fun-filled experience. Great for a casual visit or why not book ahead for you and your group or party.
Focal Point Gallery is a boutique gallery specialising in photography.
They have small exhibitions that change every month, with framed and unframed photos available at affordable prices. They also have a range of coffee table books, with many specific to the local region, as well as unique gift cards featuring work by their principal Craig "Watto" Watson. If you shoot film, they also have a good range of film available, plus any other needs for analogue photography.
Geelong Gallery is one of Australia's oldest and leading regional galleries, just a short walk from the heart of Geelong, discover historical and contemporary art, including works by Frederick McCubbin, Clarice Beckett and Emily Kame Kngwarreye. Enjoy free entry to the Collection, a vibrant program of exhibitions, talks, tours and kids' programs, plus a Gallery Store featuring local design.
The spectacular Geelong Library & Heritage Centre is the perfect place to relax, learn, work and discover.
Superbly located in Geelong's Cultural Precinct, adjacent to the beautiful Johnstone Park, it is an easy walk from the Geelong Railway Station, CBD and waterfront area.
Open seven days a week, the Geelong Library & Heritage Centre is the ideal place for visitors to relax and recharge - browse a newspaper, enjoy a huge collection of books and digital items, explore cutting-edge technology, and make use of the fast, free Wi-Fi.
Families will love the dedicated level for children and youth which features age-appropriate collections, exciting digital technology, outdoor deck and parents' room.
The Geelong Library & Heritage Centre is home to the Geelong region's vast heritage archive and the beautiful Heritage Reading Room is a must-visit destination for local history and family history enthusiasts.
Regular Storytime sessions, craft and 3D printing, plus author talks, exhibitions and special events take place at the library throughout the year.
The high ground - Wurdi Youang - the largest of the event spaces - is perfect for your special celebration, product launch, conference, performance or wedding. Smaller meeting and discussion rooms are also available.
Located in a beautifully restored 1872 bluestone woolstore near Geelong’s waterfront, the Museum is a vibrant and inclusive gathering place. Here history, wool, fibre, textiles, science, fashion, handcraft and art come together.
Aligned with Geelong’s UNESCO City of Design designation, the National Wool Museum explores 60,000 years of human endeavour and industry of the region. From Australia’s first Nations living culture and heritage to the emerging and advanced industries of today.
The Museum has two curated galleries and regular travelling exhibitions from Australian and International museums including Wildlife Photographer of the Year from the Natural History Museum, London.
Award-winning exhibition, On the Land: our story retold is a modern museum experience which will help visitors connect with the land and generations of those who lived on these lands before. The museum takes you on a journey by exploring Wadawurrung Country, a history of farming, land management practices and innovations in the wool industry.
While at the Museum you can also indulge yourself with a visit to the National Wool Museum Shop for the highest quality woollen garments and speciality gifts.
The Museum is easily accessible by car, train and Port Philip Ferries. Metered street parking is available in town and the waterfront.
Located in the cultural heart of the city, Geelong Arts Centre continues to cement its place as Australia's largest dedicated regional arts centre.
Geelong Arts Centre is a host of world-class productions, concerts and comedy shows. It also fosters deep local accessibility and champions emerging talent.
The recently redeveloped building is inspired by Geelong's history and its circus and theatre traditions. It has a strong connection to Country, serving as a source of inspiration and a gathering place for the community.
Incredible shows are performed year-round, with events for all ages and to suit every taste. Now is the perfect time to explore the Geelong Arts Centre and immerse yourself in the finest events experiences the region has to offer.
Explore what's on through the website.
Experience the many landmarks along the Waterfront Art Trail.
Barcode Fountain - situated along the waterfront near popular bar Edge, this fountain uses stainless steel to showcase a barcode from one of Geelong’s icon products: Noddys soft drink. Especially impressive at night with its blue strip lighting.
Cargo Boxes – while at the Barcode Fountain, you may also see some crates. On a closer inspection, you will see that these are no regular crates - each one contains something different inside. Being shackled feet, fruits or rabbits, the crates symbolise the different vessels that came to Geelong and the different things they brought with them. Created by artists Maggie Fookes and Bill Perrin in 2000, they also light up the night.
Paving Splats - created by the same artists are these unique and interesting stainless steel and cast inlays that depict important and locally made objects. What a way to jazz up the regular and boring old pavement.
North – whether you think they resemble sails or fins you are correct, these seven giant sculptures tower over you at two to three metres high. Made from cast cement panels, no two are positioned on the same frame, making it a fun and interchanging sculpture when moving within and around.
MoPA: Museum of Play and Art is one of Australia's most acclaimed children's museums.
Attracting thousands of visitors from all over the country, every single week, MoPA is based in one of Geelong’s oldest buildings and is home to a huge range of immersive exhibits and experiences that will entertain the kids all day.
The on-site cafe provides a great selection of foods at very affordable pricing, and the coffee is amazing.
