The Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race

The 2024 Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race will see five days of cycling action in Geelong, the Bellarine, Surf Coast and The Otways regions.

Stars of international cycling will take to our local roads in what is set to be another spectacular showcase of our region to the world.

The Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race is thrilled to feature mid-week races for both Men’s and Women’s teams, held across separate days for the first time.

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!

Twilight Elite Women’s Criterium - Wednesday 24 January (Geelong Eastern Park)

Elite Men’s Race (UCI 1.1) - Thursday 25 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.

Deakin University Elite Women’s Road Race - Saturday 27 January (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.

Elite Men’s Race (UCI WorldTour) - Sunday 28 January (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.

Traffic alterations will be in place throughout these events days to ensure the safety of riders, spectators, and resdients.

Click here to learn about our rolling road closure and fixed road closure procedures.

For course and other information, or to register for the Family or People's ride head to The Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race website.