Festival of Sport
2026
THE FESTIVAL OF SPORT RETURNS IN 2026 TO KARDINIA PARK
Start your Labour Day long weekend down at Kardinia Park.
Get batting, kicking, rolling, stretching, jumping, skipping, bowling…and everything in between at the Festival of Sport 2026.
The twilight festival will feature activities inside GMHBA Stadium, in the Barwon Regional Cricket Centre, in the Joel Selwood Stand and outside in Djilang Plaza.
đ Friday 6th March
đ Kardinia Park, Geelong
â° From 5pm
đ30+ Come and Try Activities
đ Completely FREE
In its short history, the Festival of Sport has become a favourite on the Geelong events calendar with an array of family-friendly activities and entertainment.
Celebrate the diversity of sport in our region, active recreation and healthy lifestyles with opportunities to ‘come and try’ something new.
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports and organisations will be involved in the Festival of Sport? 
| Active Geelong |
| AFL Barwon (Umpiring) |
| AFL Victoria |
| Badminton Geelong Inc |
| Barwon Academy of Arms |
| Coerver Coaching |
| Cricket Victoria |
| Deakin University |
| Eastside Calisthenics College |
| Elite Sports Geelong – Trading as AthletIQ |
| Geelong Stars All-Abilities Sports Club |
| Geelong Gaels Gaelic Football and Hurling Club. |
| Geelong Muay Thai Pty Ltd – Trading name, Ultimate Muay Thai Geelong |
| Geelong Ninjas |
| Geelong Scottish Dance |
| Geelong Sharks Rugby League Club Pty |
| Geelong Sports Museum |
| Geelong Swimming Club Learn to Swim |
| Geelong Underwater Hockey |
| Golf Australia |
| Hockey Geelong |
| K Rock |
| Kardinia Park Stadium Trust – Respect at Our Stadium |
| King Brown Cricket |
| Leisure Networks – Parralel Sports |
| Modern Pentathlon – Victoria Inc |
| Read the Play |
| Rollerway Skate Centre |
| Royal Geelong Yacht Club |
| St John Ambulance Victoria – CPR lab |
| TEAM Geelong Running – Geelong Running Festival |
| Tennis Victoria |
| Geelong Rugby Union Football Club |
| The Y Geelong |
| Victorian Blind Cricket Association (VBCA) |
What Food vendors will be at the Festival?
| Shumeis Dumplings |
| Churros Yummy Donuts |
| Sidewalk Cantina |
| Coffee outlet in Joel Selwood Stand |
| Geelong Ice Cream Van |
| Mr Fresh Burgers |
Where in Kardinia Park is the Festival of Sport?
GMHBA Stadium, Level 1 Joel Selwood stand concourse, Djilang Plaza and Barwon Regional Cricket Centre.
Where can I park?
Free parking will be available throughout the Kardinia Park precinct.
Can I bring prams into the Stadium?
You could win a BMX by visiting Geelong Sports Museum during this yearâs Festival of Sport!
To celebrate the Soaring Eagles, Roaring Thunder: Geelongâs BMX Story exhibition and the wonderful world of sport, we are thrilled to be giving away a BMX bike and helmet to one lucky festival goer.
Enter the competition during the Festival of Sport at Kardinia Park, Friday 6th March between 5pm â 7.15pm. The lucky winner will be drawn on the stage at 7.30pm.
The Festival of Sport is a FREE community event celebrating the vibrant diversity of sport in our region and active participation. People of all ages and abilities are invited to âcome and tryâ over 30 sporting activities. Which one will be your favourite?
Donât miss your chance to explore, play, and maybe even pedal away with a new BMX.
View full T&Cs HERE
Will the Geelong Sports Museum open?
Geelong Sports Museum will be open free of charge during the Festival of Sport.
Is the Sensory Zone open?
Sensory Zone pop up and sensory bags will be located on Level 1, Joel Selwood Stand.
Who can I call if I require extra assistance?
During the event a dedicated Inclusion Officer is available to help patrons navigate the stadium and provide assistance. Donât hesitate to contact the Inclusion Officer directly throughout the event on 0439 305 980 for any people with additional needs.
