Lt Malop St

17/09/2026

🍦 GELATO MESSINA IS OPENING IN GEELONG! 🍦

The wait is over—Gelato Messina will officially open its Geelong store this Friday, 18 September, at 1pm.

Known for making everything from scratch, Messina serves 40 freshly churned flavours every day, including 30 much-loved classics and 10 rotating monthly specials.

🎁 The first 50 customers to make a purchase will receive a free Messina reusable spoon.

📱 Messina app customers will receive double points during our opening week when making a transaction with the Messina app.

📍 Tenancy 2, 100 Little Malop Street, Geelong
🕐 Opening Friday 18 September at 1pm

Come along, welcome Messina to Geelong and enjoy a scoop—or two!

21/08/2026

Art, Culture and Le Goûter

Sunday 13 September 2026, from 2.00pm to 5.00pm

Spend an afternoon immersed in French Impressionism and classic indulgence.

Begin your afternoon at Geelong Gallery exploring the charm of the French countryside through a captivating exhibition, discovering the artists and ideas behind the Impressionist movement.

Then join us at Caruggi traditional French Goûter awaits, featuring refined savory and sweet delights served in true continental style.

Bookings via Geelong Gallery Website

https://www.geelonggallery.org.au/whats-on/events/art-culture-and-le-go-ter

21/08/2026

Daisy Geelong

This winter, Four Pillars is taking Bloody Shiraz Gin on the road, partnering with 12 venues across Australia to host a series of Bloody Shiraz events. It‘s our turn on Friday 28th August.

Think Bloody Shiraz Gin cocktail specials, our full snack menu (plus a few extras 🦪) and DJs spinning disco until late. No tickets required, just come on down.

P.S. Attendees will have the chance to win a $200 Daisy voucher.

📍4 Shorts Place
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20/08/2026

Cheese, W**e & Crime: Pairings to Die For

FarmDog Little Malop
Wednesday 26 August • 7 PM - 8:30 PM

The true crime tasting night you didn't know you needed... Join us for a killer night of cheese, w**e, and thrilling true crime stories.

Step into the darkest sides of history for an evening where exceptional w**e, artisan cheese, and Australia's most notorious crimes come together.

Each infamous criminal is carefully matched with w**e and cheese. Alongside each tale, you'll experience a rare and haunting collection of original crime artefacts- including objects that seldom leave their archival collections.

4 crimes, 4 w**es, 4 cheeses, Australia's darkest chapters have never been served quite like this!

📍Denny's Lane, Geelong
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https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/cheese-w**e-crime-pairings-to-die-for-tickets-1996361548131

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07/08/2026

THE HOUR IS UPON US. CHURCH OPENS IN AUGUST.

This month, Geelong's live music scene gains a new venue. Church is an intimate room made for live performance in all its raw glory – gigs, comedy, theatre, whatever makes your heart beat.

Opening weekend kicks off with a rare intimate show from Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers on Friday 14 August, followed by Bless This Mess - a free afternoon of live music from six local artists on Saturday 15 August.

A full roster of artists will then take the stage throughout August, September and October as part of Church's first run of gigs.

For full line-up details and dates visit churchgeelong.com.au



Image credit Peter Foster

06/08/2026

If perfectly marbled Wagyu and exceptional wh**ky sound like your idea of heaven, then we have your Thursday night sorted!

🥃 Five expertly paired Bellarine Distillery / The Whiskery Whiskies
🥩 Five indulgent courses of premium Sher Wagyu
💗 the perfect delicious match

📍 ALMA Restaurant
Thursday 13, August

Last year’s event sold out, so make sure you book your tickets and don’t miss out this time around!!

Head to the link below to get your tickets!

https://www.sevenrooms.com/x77QEWMF

29/07/2026

What's for lunch today?

Check out Rune's lunchtime offerings🍕🥪☕🍷

Wednesday to Friday
12:00-2:30pm

5 Denny's Place

17/07/2026

FINAL DAYS!

Your ultimate winter food & w**e festival starts here!

From 19 June to 19 July, Greater Geelong and the Bellarine will come alive with flavour as Tastes of Greater Geelong returns for a month-long celebration of food, w**e and local hospitality.

Discover curated dining experiences, long lunches, hidden culinary gems, masterclasses, markets, w**e tastings and unforgettable events showcasing the very best of our region’s chefs, producers, makers and venues.

Whether you’re indulging in a decadent degustation, sipping local w**es by the coast, gathering with friends around a fireside feast or discovering your new favourite venue, there’s something for every taste this winter.

One Region. Endless Flavours. Unforgettable Experiences.

https://www.geelongcity.vic.gov.au/whats-happening/events/tastes-greater-geelong

17/07/2026

17/07/2026

The cocktails are calling, GEELONG! 🍸 Join the Urban Cocktail Trail on Saturday, 10th October, as the city’s favourite venues serve up signature cocktails all afternoon long.

VENUES & SIGNATURE COCKTAILS
🍸 The 18th Amendment Bar Ft. Rosemary Rhubi Smash
🍸 Astray Ft. Orange Purfection
🍸 Geelong Bar & Restaurant Ft. Pavlova Sour
🍸 Eureka Hotel Geelong Ft. Espresso Martini
🍸 Non Disclosure Bar Ft. Velvet Citrus Spritz
🍸 SAILORS' REST Ft. Sailors’ Spritz

Limited tickets (inclusive of cocktails!) are on sale now, so rally your cocktail-loving friends and lock yours in. They’re already selling fast and won’t last long!

More info via the Urban Cocktail Trail bio, including ticket access & event details!!

Presented by Neighbourhood Events Co.

Shake, Rattle, Stroll!