What’s on around Geelong this week
9th- 15th February 2015
Gee we are half way through February all ready , 2015 is flying, and there is another huge week of events around the Geelong region.
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Friday 13th February 2015
NightJar Festival
The NightJar Festival returns to Geelong’s Johnstone Park for another night of fun. The market runs between 4:00 PM and 10:00 PM and part market, part international food expo and part independent artists festival.
Sunday 15th February 2015
All Ford Day
The 24th Annual All Ford Day is back for 2015 and this year it promises to be bigger than ever. Held on the lawns of Deakin University in Waurn Ponds the day brings together the largest display of Ford vehicles in Australia. Legendary Ford Driver Allan Moffat will be one of the special guests, along with great food, attractions for the family and plenty of Ford vehicles from all eras of the Ford Motor Company from the Model T to the latest FG-X XR8 Falcon. Read More
Sunday 15th February 2015
The Great Eastern Beach Paddle
The National Paddle Series comes to Geelong in a huge event on Corio Bay. This event will see paddlers of all ages, craft and ability helping support Reclink Australia’s sport and art programs for disadvantaged Australians. The event begins at Eastern Beach as paddlers paddle to Limeburner’s Point and back then west to Cunningham Pier before turning back to Eastern Beach in a 6km circuit. Eastern Beach will feature a festive atmosphere with demonstrations, sponsors giveaway and lots of family fun.
Sunday 15th February 2015
The Festival of Glass
The Christian College in Drysdale will once again host the Festival of Glass, now in its 5th year. This festival will feature over 50 market stalls featuring some amazing items made of glass and some featuring the equipment and supplies you need to produce items out of glass. There will be some incredible galleries where you can see some of the most beautiful pieces of art produced from glass. The day will include workshops and there will be giveaways, a short film and actions. Admission is free and the show runs between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM.
Sunday 15th February 2015
Camp Quality Convoy
Camp Quality is an organisation that supports kids that are affected by cancer and they are holding a convoy that ends up at a huge family day at the Geelong Showgrounds. The day kicks off at Avalon Airport and will make its way to the showgrounds where there will be live entertainment, food, market stall and rides for the kids. It should be a fantastic day with around 150 trucks and motorbikes expected to take part.