Super Saturday on the Coast locked in for Geelong

LOCAL racegoers can expect a huge summer of racing, with a popular event set to return to Geelong in January 2025.

More than 7,000 people are expected to head to the Geelong Racecourse on January 5 for the second annual Super Saturday on the Coast raceday.

The event will include a full day of racing, live entertainment, carnival rides, a petting zoo and roving performers.

Victorian Minister for Racing Anthony Carbines attended Geelong Cup Day on Wednesday last week to announce an $80,000 grant for the event.

The Geelong Racing Club and Racing Victoria will contribute $55,000 and $25,000 respectively.

Mr Carbines said Geelong was known for showcasing premium thoroughbred racing, and the January 2025 event would not disappoint.

“Supporting Victoria’s regional racing industry is an investment in our future, helping to boost local tourism and employment, which is why we’re proud to back Geelong’s Super Saturday on the Coast.”

GRC president Peter Murrihy said the day promised to be a perfect day out for families and racegoers alike.

“We are incredibly grateful to the Victorian government for their support for Super Saturday on the Coast.

“Thanks to this investment, we are able to organise another showstopping race day event for the whole family to enjoy this summer.”

For more information head to country.racing.com/geelong/calendar/super-saturday