The Torquay Triathlon is being hosted by HAI Events in collaboration with Triathlon Victoria. The Torquay Tri is being held on the picturesque Esplanade of Torquay and is perfect for everyone from beginners and elites through to those looking to tick off a bucket list triathlon. It will be a fun event for all abilities…

Watch the world’s best longboarders in action! The 2026 Bioglan Bells Beach Longboard Classic will be the second stop on the WSL Longboard Tour, from December 2 to 6. This action-packed event will showcase top-tier longboarders battling it out at a location that has been hosting professional surfing events for over sixty years and is the…

A super groovy night trail run along the Surf Coast Walk. A funky run from Point Addis to Torquay where it’s as much about the glow, the funk fashion, and the retro tunes as it is about the trail running. Oh, and the unicorns….. Distances: 21km, 13km and 5km Night or a 5km Day Glow…

Torquay parkrun is a free, weekly, 5km timed run. Every Saturday at 8:00am. Torquay parkrun is open to everyone, free, safe and easy to take part in. We all run for our own enjoyment. Please come along and join in whatever your pace! The run takes place at Fisherman’s Beach, The Esplanade, Torquay. Registration via…

A  much-loved summer tradition on the Surf Coast, held on the Point Roadknight beach. This is a family swim and there is a distance for everyone. The event consists of four event categories: Kid’s Dash (7-9 years 200m wade/swim & 300m 10 -12 years swim) 400m Open Dash 600m Swim 1.2km (in 10-yearly categories from…

Pick your danger length! The Danger Swim Series is an ocean swim event held inside Point Danger (a.k.a. Cosy Corner) on Torquay Front Beach and has been a major fundraising event for the Jan Juc Surf Life Saving Club since 1999. The swim is one of the largest open water swim events in Australia and offers a…

A welcoming event for all ages and abilities. The Tim Gates Classic is a great way to challenge your summer fitness over your preferred distance. The event aims to honour the memory of Tim Gates and continue the work Tim did throughout his life by assisting young community members in their quest to further their…

Starting as the Jim Wall “Surfathon” in 1962, named after early club president Jim Wall, this unique event was first created at Torquay SLSC to challenge all round surf and water ability, with an endurance format including  swimming, board, ski paddling and beach running. It is believed to be the first continuous ironman event ever…

It’s time to lace up those running shoes! The Powercor Lorne Mountain to Surf Run is back! The 8km course begins in Lorne taking participants along the iconic Great Ocean Road through the lush Otway Forest ranges and along the St George River Track. The route then returns to Lorne passing the famous Lorne Pier…

Get ready to make a splash! The Powercor Lorne Pier to Pub returns for its 47th year. Organised by the Lorne Surf Life Saving Club and its volunteers, this is the major fundraiser for the club and its programs. Join the 1.2 kilometre open-water swim from the historic Lorne Pier to the finish at the…

The megastars of UCI WorldTour Cycling return to the Surf Coast as part of the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race. Held in the lead-up to the elite weekend, the Women’s Surf Coast Classic sets the tone for an unforgettable week of racing. Starting and ending in Torquay, the UCI ProSeries race features rolling terrain,…

Experience the energy, excitement and coastal beauty of the Mapei Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race in 2027! Set against Victoria’s stunning Surf Coast and Geelong region, this five-day festival of cycling brings together world-class racing and unforgettable community experiences. The action kicks off with the Surf Coast Classic, leading into the elite women’s and…