19 JUNE - 19 JULY 2026
Your ultimate winter food & wine festival starts here!
From 19 June to 19 July, Greater Geelong and the Bellarine will come alive with flavour as Tastes of Greater Geelong returns for a month-long celebration of food, wine and local hospitality.
Discover curated dining experiences, long lunches, hidden culinary gems, masterclasses, markets, wine tastings and unforgettable events showcasing the very best of our region’s chefs, producers, makers and venues.
Whether you’re indulging in a decadent degustation, sipping local wines by the coast, gathering with friends around a fireside feast or discovering your new favourite venue, there’s something for every taste this winter.
One Region. Endless Flavours. Unforgettable Experiences.
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Questions?
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Tastes of Greater Geelong Events
Your tastes getaway starts here
Discover more of the Greater Geelong region by turning your Tastes visit into an extended stay.
Whether you're planning a weekend of long lunches, winery visits, or special dining events, there’s never been a better time to stay, play and explore Greater Geelong.
Check out Tastes offers from our accommodation friends here:
Crowne Plaza Geelong
Modern luxury and bay views, just moments from Geelong’s dining and cultural precinct.
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Novotel Geelong
Waterfront accommodation in the heart of Geelong, perfectly positioned to explore the region’s food, wine and events.
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Quest Geelong
Spacious apartment-style accommodation ideal for weekend escapes and longer stays.
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Accommodation @ Curlewis
Relax, unwind and enjoy Bellarine hospitality with golf, dining and coastal experiences at your doorstep.
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Royal Hotel Queenscliff
A charming coastal stay in the heart of historic Queenscliff, perfect for a Bellarine Peninsula getaway.
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