Events

A high-level City of Greater Geelong forum to revitalise Central Geelong has successfully generated positive and ambitious ideas to fast-track needed change.

Applications are now open for the Community Events Quick Response Grants, providing support for public events with external bidding deadlines, needing early funding approval, or responding to emerging community needs.

The Greater Geelong economy received a $93 million boost in 2024-25 from hosting 12 major events sponsored by Geelong Major Events (GME).

We’re continuing to back industry and innovation in Greater Geelong by welcoming clever ideas and billion-dollar investment in our region.

A bigger and better future is set for the Geelong region’s premier athletics venue, with works to begin on a transformative pavilion redevelopment project.

Two high-energy City of Greater Geelong group fitness instructors will put the fun into fundraising when they lead the warm-up at Run4Geelong next month.

The most wonderful time of the year is back – and Geelong is ready to jingle all the way! The City of Greater Geelong has unwrapped the Christmas in Geelong 2025 program, spreading family cheer from 22 November to 7 January.

Our leaders are encouraging residents of all ages to join them in the City of Greater Geelong Run4Geelong next month to support local healthcare. 

Celebrate the magic of Christmas in the heart of Geelong when two festive favourites join forces for a free family event next month.

A team of a different kind is preparing for the City of Greater Geelong Run4Geelong on Sunday 9 November.

Candles and lanterns will illuminate a celebration of Latin American culture at the Velitas y Farolitos Festival next month, proudly supported by the City of Greater Geelong.

Geelong’s much-loved Floating Christmas Tree has returned as the shining centrepiece of the festive season.