Geelong is hosting some huge T20 cricket this December with the Melbourne Renegades returning to GMHBA Stadium for two Big Bash League matches. There is also a free Renegades family day in the lead up. Here is everything you need to know if you are planning your trip to Geelong for the BBL.
Steampacket Gardens, Geelong waterfront
Saturday 13 December, 12pm - 3pm
The lead up to the first T20 match starts at Steampacket Gardens with a free family day. You can meet the players, get photos, grab autographs and keep the kids busy with games and giveaways.
If you are making a weekend of it or travelling in for the BBL, this is an easy way to get involved before the matches begin.
Melbourne Renegades v Brisbane Heat
Monday 15 December, 7.15pm
The first BBL match in Geelong for the season lands on First Nations Round. The Renegades will be wearing their new Indigenous kit and taking on the Brisbane Heat in a classic T20 showdown under lights.
Renegades
Renegades, GMHBA Geelong
Melbourne Renegades at GMHBA Stadium
GMHBA Stadium
Melbourne Renegades v Hobart Hurricanes
Sunday 21 December, 7.15pm
The last Renegades T20 match at GMHBA Stadium lands on a Sunday night and is set to be a big one. A solid way to wrap up a weekend in Geelong or kick off the Christmas break.
Renegades, GMHBA Stadium
Renegades
Melbourne Renegades at GMHBA Stadium
GMHBA Stadium
If you are coming to Geelong for the Renegades, it is worth staying a little longer. The city is full of good food, great views and plenty of ways to make the most of your time here. For places to stay close to the action, check out Novotel Geelong, Bayside Geelong, Rydges Geelong, Abbotswood Motor Inn and Eden Oak. Each offers something a bit different, from waterfront stays to quiet garden surrounds. And, there's heaps more you can explore more Geelong accommodation options below.
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Just a short walk from Geelong's city centre, Bayside Geelong Hotel and Apartments feature 79…
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A trip for the Big Bash is the perfect excuse to check out Geelong’s food scene. Little Creatures is always a crowd favourite with its brewery vibes and big share-style dishes. The Pavilion is ideal for a relaxed meal by the water, and Edge Geelong is a solid pick for drinks and snacks before or after the game. Over at the Federal Mills precinct, you’ll find a mix of good coffee, bakeries, restaurants and a distillery, as well as some vintage shopping. Scroll down for more places to eat and drink around Geelong.
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King of the Castle is a fantastic cafe along the busy and very popular Pakington Street in…
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Little Creatures Brewing was born out of the love of great beer shared by a few good mates. In…
Timber Door Cellars is more than a wine and whisky bar; it is an experience that promises to…
Sumi, situated in central Geelong, is an Asian influenced Robata grill restaurant, offering a…
Tucked up Downes lane (off little Malop Street in Geelong), Felix Restaurant has a modern…
Mount Duneed Estate is an iconic Geelong winery and events destination, renowned for…
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Emerge Steakhouse offers a refined steakhouse experience defined by quality, precision, and…
Adventure Park has just opened Thunder Falls, a new freefall slide where the floor drops and you fly through fast twists and turns. It is a fun pick for families and anyone who likes a quick thrill.
Curlewis Golf Club and The Range is great for a hit or mini golf, and Sea All Dolphin Swims gets you out on the bay with the chance to swim with dolphins and seals. It is such a cool experience and always a favourite. You can wander the Geelong waterfront, hop on Eastern Beach Train Tours, or book a hot air balloon with Geelong Ballooning or Liberty Balloon Flights. Keep scrolling for more ideas.
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Come for the cricket and enjoy everything else that makes Geelong worth the visit. Great food, easy days out and plenty of places to stay.
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