Geelong, Victoria, Australia, 2029
How do I get to the 2029 World Championships in Geelong?
Geelong Showgrounds is centrally located in Geelong, Victoria — 25 minutes from Avalon Airport and about 1 hour 15 minutes from Melbourne Airport by road. Quality hotels are planned within walking distance of the venue, and Geelong is well connected by train and freeway to Melbourne.
A city built for big events
Geelong was selected as host for its world-class venue, rich wool heritage and experienced event team — with the infrastructure, accessibility and accommodation to deliver a complete championship destination for competitors, officials, partners and spectators alike.
Held in Victoria's vibrant spring, the Championships sit within a proposed festival season — the Royal Geelong Show, the Geelong Cup, regional shears and the Melbourne Cup — that rewards an extended stay.
festival program proposed
The venue
Geelong Showgrounds
Six-stand raised board
A purpose-built competition board at the centre of the arena.
3,000 spectators
Grandstand seating for up to 3,000, close to the action.
Broadcast-ready
Modern live-streaming and digital scoring technology built in.
Central location
In the City of Geelong with excellent accessibility.
Proven infrastructure
Decades of major agricultural and sporting events, with comprehensive competitor and visitor amenities.
Venue map
An interactive venue map will be published here ahead of the event.
TBA
Getting there
Travel times
| From | To Geelong Showgrounds | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Avalon Airport | ≈ 25 minutes | Closest airport to the venue |
| Melbourne Airport | ≈ 1 h 15 min | Australia's second-busiest international gateway |
| Melbourne CBD | ≈ 1 hour | Freeway and regular V/Line rail services to Geelong |
| Geelong city hotels | Walking distance | Accommodation precinct planned near the venue |
Event-time transport arrangements, parking and shuttle details will be published closer to the Championships. TBA
Where to stay
Accommodation planning
Geelong offers quality city accommodation, and organisers are planning block bookings and negotiated rates for competitors, judges, managers and officials — with the aim of housing all competitors in one complex within walking distance of the Showgrounds.
Official accommodation partners and public booking information have not yet been announced. Details will be published here when confirmed. TBA — requires organiser confirmation
Explore
Make it a Victorian adventure
Geelong waterfront
Bay beaches, the famous bollards and a thriving dining scene.
Bellarine Peninsula
Wineries, coastal villages and produce trails minutes from the city.
Surf Coast & Great Ocean Road
Torquay, Bells Beach and one of the world's great drives.
Melbourne
Australia's cultural capital, an hour away.
Regional Victoria
Spring festivals, food and wine events and open country.
Wool country
The paddocks and sheds where the story of Australian wool is still being written.
Access for everyone
Accessibility at the Championships
The Championships are being planned as an inclusive event. Detailed venue accessibility information — accessible seating, parking, amenities, quiet spaces and companion arrangements — will be published here well before the event. TBA
For accessibility questions in the meantime, contact the team. This website itself is built to WCAG 2.2 AA — see the accessibility statement.
Visitor FAQs
Before you ask
Where can I stay during the Championships?
Geelong has a strong range of city hotels and the wider region offers coastal and country stays. Official accommodation information for 2029 will be published on this page once confirmed.
Is the venue close to the city?
Yes — Geelong Showgrounds is centrally located in Geelong, with hotels planned within walking distance and good road and rail connections to Melbourne.
When should I book travel?
The competition dates (1–4 November 2029) are set. If you plan to attend the broader festival window, watch for program confirmation — register for updates to be told first.