The Festival of Sails is Geelong’s ultimate summer celebration, held every January long weekend on the stunning waterfront. As the largest sailing regatta in the Southern Hemisphere, it’s not just about racing—it’s where world-class sailing meets a three-day festival packed with live music, gourmet food, and unforgettable entertainment.
FEATURED EVENT
FEATURED EVENT
Festival of Sails
25 to 27 January 2025
UPCOMING EVENTS
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NSW and ACT
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Queensland
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South Australia
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Tasmania
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Victoria
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Western Australia
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Northern Territory
24 January to 27 January
89th Bluewater Big Game Fishing Classic
Game fishing in Australia began in Bermagui. It was after the first marlin was caught off Bermagui in 1933, that game fishing became a major part of the Bermagui scene.
30 January to 2 Febuary
Hot Current Tournament
Hosted by Coffs Coast Game Fishing Club
31 January to 2 Febuary
Lake Macquarie (Big Fish Tournament)
This tournament is the largest game fishing tournament of its kind in the southern Hemisphere
14 February to 16 February
Tollgate Islands Classic
Hosted by Batemans Bay Game Fishing Club
14 Febuary to 16 Febuary
Garmin Billfish Shootout tournament
Hosted by Newcastle & Port Stephens Game Fish Club
1 March to 2 March
Teams Fishing Australia
State of Origin event at Lake Hume
31 July to 3 August
Sydney International Boat Show
Whether you love casting a line at the crack of dawn, or sailing into the sunset, the Sydney International Boat Show is the place to celebrate all things boating and marine lifestyle in one iconic location.
22 Febuary to 25 Febuary
Sunshine Coast Game Fishing Club Classic
The Sunshine Coast Game Fishing Club is steeped in tradition spanning over 30 years. An emphasis on club spirit, education and fishing determination see’s the SCGFC as Australia’s most successful Tag and Release Game Fishing Club in recent history.
17 March to 21 March
Whittley Owners Club of QLD
Hosted by Club Whittley QLD
22 May to 25 May
Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show
he Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show is the most glamorous, immersive, unmissable boating lifestyle event in the Southern Hemisphere
22 May to 25 May
Riviera Festival of Boating
The Festival of Boating is held in conjunction with the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show where you can marvel at an expansive showcase of new Riviera motor yachts and premiere models
24 January to 25 January
Limestone Coast Marine & Adventure Show
The event will feature a broad range of activities, exhibitors in the Marine and Adventure industries, offering attendees a diverse array of events, products, services, and experiences.
1 Febuary
Wakeboard SA - Bowhill
Come along to a Wakeboard SA event to meet more people who love to board like you!
15 Febuary
Wakeboard SA - State Title Berri
Come along to a Wakeboard SA event to meet more people who love to board like you!
22 Febuary
Malibu Just Ride Tour
Murray Bridge - Comp - SA State Titles-Elite Ski & Murray Bridge-Owners Day - Malibu/Axis Social Day-Elite Ski
22 March
Wakeboard SA - Family Days
Come along to a Wakeboard SA event to meet more people who love to board like you!
7 March to 9 March
2025 Port Lincoln Tuna Classic
10kg Catch and Release tournament
24 October to 26 October
Club Marine SA Boating & Fishing Show + 4WD Adventure Show, Adelaide Showgrounds
The Show celebrates the boating life, with all the latest products from the marine industry on display, plus all the latest safety and government information, travel advice, fishing gear and info and more
24 January to 27 January
89th Bluewater Big Game Fishing Classic
Game fishing in Australia began in Bermagui. It was after the first marlin was caught off Bermagui in 1933, that game fishing became a major part of the Bermagui scene.
25 January to 27 January
Festival of Sails
The Festival of Sails is Geelong’s ultimate summer celebration, held every January long weekend on the stunning waterfront.
8 Febuary
Malibu Just Ride Tour
Echuca-Owners Day-Malibu Social Day-Melbourne Malibu
22 February to 23 February
Victorian Game Fishing Club - The Simrad Victorian Gamefish Classic
Over $20,000 in prizes!
6 March to 10 March
Moomba Masters International Invitation
The Victorian Water Ski Association are both proud and honored to continue to present the Moomba Masters, bringing world acclaimed athletes and officials to participate and compete in various disciplines of water skiing activities
15 March to 16 March
Geelong Boat Show
The inaugural Geelong Boat Show, in association with City of Greater Geelong and the Royal Geelong Yacht Club
22 March to 23 March
Vic Bream Classic
Round 1 - Metung Bream Classic
26 April to 27 April
Vic Bream Classic
Round 2 - Mallacoota Inlet Bream Classic
21 June to 22 June
Vic Bream Classic
Round 3 - Glenelg RIver Bream Classic
16 August to 17 August
Vic Bream Classic
Round 4 - Marlo
11 October to 12 October
Vic Bream Classic
Round 5 - Hopkins River Bream Classic
16 to 19 October
Melbourne Boat Show
Victorias biggest boat show hosted in Docklands
14 Febuary to 21 Febuary
Geographe Bay Race Week
The 3 day Mini Regatta was a treat for the Viper Fleet, sharing their race course with the Flying 15's all competiting for the prestigous GBRW Cup!
1 March to 3 March
Club Marine Keel Boat State Championship
Hosted by Royal Perth Yacht Club Fremantle
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