Urzila Carlson – Studies Have Shown

Multi award-winning South African/New Zealand comedian Urzila Carlson will make a complete run around Australia in 2018.

Help wag a tail this Christmas

Over 1000 animals (strays, lost or surrendered) will come through GAWS unfunded shelter during the Christmas break. 

Popcultcha’s new Collector Gallery launches tomorrow

The real fun begins at 3pm with live bands kicking the festival up a notch.

The People’s Piano Set To Hit The Streets of Geelong

From December 1, the Geelong CBD will be home to a stylish new street piano, which will be located outdoors over Summer in The Secret Courtyard.

SEXPO… Go on, you know you want to.

From the completely vanilla types to the kinkiest ones too… SEXPO is legitimately for everyone.

New film festival will see local films shown on the big screen

A new short film festival is being launched in Geelong by a group of local creatives involved with Geelong’s community radio station, 94.7 The Pulse.

Celebrate Malop Street’s redevelopment

The completion of the first stage of the Green Spine project is being celebrated with free coffee, giveaways from selected businesses along Malop Street and a fashion installation by students from The Gordon.

Christmas in Central Geelong; Activity Trail

There is even more to do in Central Geelong this Christmas with the Central Geelong Christmas Trail. Families can get into the Christmas spirit, with over 29 different Christmas themed activities.

Geelong’s laneways is now open and there’s a street party to celebrate

Recently Geelong’s laneways have seen an extensive upgrade, and finally the newly revitalised laneways are complete and ready for visitors.

States Brand – Dead President Society’s little brother

Born from the creators of the well-known and loved Dead President Society, States Brand is an Australian designed, American-inspired men’s street and basic wear company.

ROCKIT: The Evolution of The Turntable

After years of laying dormant in hipster obscurity, record players have experienced a surge in popularity and consumer interest thanks to the widespread nature of the modern vinyl revival.

53rd Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition arrives at National Wool Museum

The world-renowned exhibition, on loan from the natural History Museum in London, boasts 100 extraordinary images that celebrate the intimate and astonishing diversity of the natural world.

Carols by the Bay: A Talk with Denis Walter

With another year, we have another Carols by the Bay, and this year promises to be spectacular, with a line up Denis Walter promises will be different from any other year so far

Moonlight Cinema returns for Summer

Raise a toast to the beginning of a long summer of fun, food, and film as Australia’s favourite open-air cinema, Moonlight Cinema, returns for another season

Treat Yourself to Organic Cosmetics

From the sparkling beaches of Torquay comes local skincare company ONNE Beauty. Promising a certified organic, vegan and cruelty-free product, ONNE’s skincare range is luxurious and guilt-free.

White Night is now heading to Geelong and Bendigo

This latest major event coup will see Geelong city streets, parklands, laneways, public spaces and cultural institutions transformed with spectacular illuminated art

It’s All Still Happening at the Potato Shed

As the year draws to a close, the Potato Shed still has a lot to offer!

Targa Florio Australian Tribute

Celebrate the 101st anniversary of the Targa Florio road race in this tribute to classic cars and beautiful scenery.

Wonderland Scarehouse Project: Escape the Real World

Australia’s most in-demand producer and DJ Alison Wonderland has collaborated with Microsoft as part of their ongoing Music x Technology series…

Mt Duneed Estate is hosting a ‘Movies in the Vines’ night

Set for Friday, December 22 at 6pm, Mt Duneed Estate is hosting a ‘Movies in the Vines’ screening of Love Actually.

Matilda’s athlete and portrait subject visits Archibald Prize ahead of Sunday’s game

Heyman, an openly gay athlete who represented Australia at the Rio Olympics in 2016, was the subject for Sydney based artist Kim Leutwyler’s 2017 Archibald Prize submission.

Little Creature’s After Dark

Explore the Geelong brewery after dark at this viewing of the 2017 Archibald prize from the Art Gallery of New South Wales, with a pop-up bar and pizzeria.

Kylie on Stage

Pop princess Kylie Minogue is sending her finest stage costumes to Geelong…

Submit. She Whispers

One of the biggest events for the year for Courthouse Youth Arts…

 

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