Stay connected with what’s happening across our local business community through the Business Calendar, your go-to guide for workshops, networking sessions, and support events in the region.

The calendar includes free events and programs presented by the City of Greater Geelong, as well as a wide range of opportunities hosted by local organisations. Businesses can promote their own events for free via the Events Geelong page 

View the calendar.

Running your own business event?  List your event for free on the City's Events Geelong page.

The Geelong Small Business Festival is an annual program designed to connect, inspire, and grow local businesses.

Held each August, the festival offers a diverse program of free or low-cost events that help participants improve their business skills, learn from industry experts, and build valuable connections with like-minded businesspeople.

To find out more about the Geelong Small Business Festival, visit gsbf.com.au

Geelong City Market is a holistic produce, food and drink market that represents and promotes locality, quality, authenticity and excellence.  It's more than a market, it's a movement!

We’re curating a vibrant mix of weekly vendors in food, drink, design, arts and experience - if you fall into any of these categories, and you represent quality, authenticity, locality and excellence - we want to hear from you.  

Find out more about the Geelong City Market.

Register your interest by applying to Barwon Events by clicking ‘Stallholder Registration’.
 

If you run or are starting a business in the City of Greater Geelong area, you can apply for grants to help you grow.  Opportunities include business-focused Community Grants, Clean Economy Grants for sustainable or green-tech projects, and access to broader state and federal funding and support.

Learn more here Business Grants and Funding.

Investing in training and development is one of the most effective ways to strengthen your business, helping you build new skills, empower your team, and drive growth with confidence.

There are many free and low-cost training options, mentoring and education programs available, all designed to support you with the skills and tools to help your business thrive.

Learn about training and development.

The Greater Geelong region thrives on connection and collaboration. Its network of industry groups and professional organisations helps businesses share insights, build partnerships, and grow together.

View the list below to find the networks that can support your business journey. 

Business networking - professional networks

Considering importing or exporting as part of your business strategy?

Geelong’s central location, with access to Geelong Port, Avalon Airport, major freight routes, and western land connections offer excellent opportunities, supported by a range of resources and government programs to help your business succeed.

The City of Greater Geelong spends over $250 million each year on goods, services, and works, and welcomes supplier who are interested in partnering with us to deliver goods, services and works that benefit our community.

To learn more visit: Doing business with us.

The Spotlight on Business promotion is a free opportunity for established businesses in the Greater Geelong region to share their story and reach a wider audience.

Featured businesses appear on the City’s Eco Dev Geelong Facebook page, which has more than 4,700 followers and highlights local business success stories, events, grants, and opportunities, all while celebrating Geelong’s vibrant business community.

To be featured, simply complete the short form below. Our team will be in touch within a few days with next steps on how to take part in this free promotion.

Spotlight on Business

The Melbourne Innovation Digital Solutions Program, proudly funded by the Australian Government, helps small businesses boost their digital confidence and competitiveness.

Through tailored one-on-one mentoring, interactive workshops, and practical training, the program guides business owners through everything from building a strong online presence to mastering social media, SEO, and digital marketing strategies.

Whether you’re just starting out or ready to scale, Melbourne Innovation connects you with expert mentors and the latest digital tools to help your business grow smarter, faster, and stronger in today’s digital economy.

Digital Solutions Program