Major Events

Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race

Australia's premier modern one-day classic.

The megastars of UCI WorldTour Cycling will return in 2025!

Inspired by Europe’s prestigious one-day classics, the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race is the first of its kind in Australia, and attracts the world’s best cyclists to our shores.

Take in the unique buzz of a UCI WorldTour cycling event with an abundance of opportunity to have front row viewing – for free – get ready to be impressed!

Surf Coast Classic - Women :  Wednesday 29th January (Surf Coast & The Otways)

Surf Coast Classic -  Men : Thursday 30th January (Surf Coast & The Otways)

Starts in Lorne at 11.00am with 100 pro-cyclists expected to reach the finish on the Torquay Esplanade between 2.40pm and 3.00pm. The race passes through the towns of Deans Marsh, Modewarre, Bells Beach and Jan Juc.

GeelongPort Family Ride - Friday 31st January (Geelong)

TAC People’s Ride - Saturday 1st February (Geelong, Bellarine & Surf Coast)

Starts in Geelong at 7:00am with riders expected to pass though Torquay and Bells Beach between 8.20am and 10.50am and Moriac between 8.45am and 12.20pm.

Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race - Women : Saturday 1st February (Geelong, Bellarine & Surf Coast)
Starts in Geelong at 12:35pm with riders expected to pass through Bells Beach and Torquay between 1.45pm and 2:25pm.

Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race - Men : - Sunday 2nd February (Geelong, Bellarine & Surf Coast)

Starts in Geelong at 11:10am with riders expected to pass through Bells Beach and Torquay between 12:15pm and 12:50pm.

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For many reasons, events may be cancelled, postponed or details changed. Please check the individual event's official website or social media channels for the latest information.