Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race

Geelong will host the 10th anniversary of the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race from January 31 to February 2, 2025. Experience all the action from the start-finish line at Steampacket Gardens on the picturesque Geelong Waterfront, or make your way to the Challambra Live Site to cheer on the riders as they tackle the iconic King and Queen of the Mountain Climb.

With world-class cycling in our own backyard, there are countless ways to get involved and soak up the excitement of the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race!

Elite Road Races

The world’s best cyclists will descend on Geelong as the Elite Women and Men hit the roads in this global celebration of cycling.

Enjoy front-row viewing as riders negotiate scenic roads, rolling hills, technical corners and the infamous Challambra climb in this modern one-day classic.

Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race - Women: Saturday 1 February 2025

Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race - Men: Sunday 2 February 2025

Geelong Port Family Ride

Full of smiles, the free GeelongPort Family Ride is the perfect family activity that kicks off an incredible weekend of cycling action. The family ride provides a special opportunity to create new life-long cycling memories.

Date: Friday 31 January 2025
Start & Finish Times: 5:30pm Start – course open for 60 minutes. 6:30pm finish line closed
Start & Finish Location: Steampacket Gardens, Eastern Beach Rd, Geelong VIC 3220

TAC People's Ride

For those who love their bikes there is the TAC People's Ride. With a 59km and 124km race option, riders of all abilities and experience levels have the chance to participate on the same roads as the elite riders in this world class event.

Date: Saturday 1 February 2025
Start & Finish Times: Long Course - 7:00am; Short Course starts at 7:30am
Start & Finish Location: Steampacket Gardens, Eastern Beach Rd, Geelong VIC 3220

register for the tac people's ride