Engines rev on the Bellarine

HUNDREDS of hot rods rolled into the Bellarine over the weekend as the Queenscliff Rod Run returned for 2025.

From Friday last week until Sunday, members from several different car clubs had their vehicles on display.

Hosted by the Geelong Street Rodders, the Rod Run began with a welcome event on the Friday night before the Saturday cruises took place.

Cars cruised across the Bellarine on the Saturday, while some headed to Adventure Park for a family day out before crowds lined Hesse Street on Saturday night for the street parade.

The celebration culminated with the Show and Shine event in Princess Park on Sunday where around 900 cars were on display for the day.

Sub-committee member Gary James said although numbers were slightly down compared to last year due to the heat, it was a great weekend.

“It was good, everyone was quite happy cruising through, it went really well.

“All the traders were very happy with the people coming through.”

Mr James thanked all the sponsors and everyone who contributed to the 2025 event.

The Rod Run will return in 2026, taking place from January 30 until February 1.