Phillip Island Events

There are so many Phillip Island events during the year, especially over the summer months.

From small local markets to the hype of the World Superbikes, there is something for everyone.

During the year Phillip Island is also home to many festivals, celebrating whales and shearwaters, food and wine, literature and jazz, fishing and fun and more.

And don't forget the popular Cowes Fireworks on New Years Eve!

Find your favourite Phillip Island events below.

Berninneit

91-97 Thompson Avenue, Cowes

For a complete list of cultural events at Berninneit click on the link below.

www.basscoastculturalvenues.com

TIDAL Seafood Festival

September 18/20, 2026
San Remo Foreshore
San Remo

The TIDAL Seafood Festival celebrates the local culinary scene and San Remo's fishing industry and traditions.

For the full TIDAL Seafood Festival program go to www.tidalseafoodfest.com.au

Phillip Island Nature Parks School Holidays Program

September 19 - October 4, 2026
Various Phillip Island locations

Experience koala spotting, highland cattle, farm demonstrations and more at the Koala Conservation Reserve and Churchill Island.

For the full Phillip Island Nature Parks school holiday program go to www.penguins.org.au

Newhaven Market

September 19, 2026
Newhaven Primary School
School Avenue, Newhaven

Purchase local and seasonal produce and a range of specialty items.

9.00am to 2.00pm

Cowes Sunday Market

September 20 & 27, 2026
Cowes Jetty Triangle to Erewhon Point, The Esplanade, Cowes

Browse a diverse range of stalls from local produce to art and craft.

From 9.00am to 2.00pm.

Phillip Island Jazz Club

September 20, 2026
Phillip Island Bowling Club
40 Dunsmore Road, Cowes

Relax to some of the best traditional and contemporary jazz bands, providing a wide variety of styles and genres with a focus on the classics.

From 2.00pm to 4.30pm.

Market on Church

September 26, 2026
St Philip's Parish Hall
Thompson Avenue, Cowes

Browse over 30 indoor and outdoor stalls offering local produce, craft, plants, trash and treasure, plus hot food and drinks.

From 9.00am to 2.00pm

Rip Curl GromSearch Phillip Island

September 29/October 3, 2026
Woolamai Beach, Phillip Island

Rip Curl GromSearch Phillip Island presented by the Bass Coast Shire will bring together the best Under 18, Under 16 and Under 14 junior surfers from around the country.
The event comes with a 10,000 point ranking and will be one of only five Marquee Junior events in the country as part of the Surfing Australia Junior Series.

Secondary locations include Smiths Beach, Right Point and Surfies Point.

Churchill Island Farmers Market

October 3, 2026
Churchill Island

The picturesque setting for this farmers market is enticing with lots of stalls with a huge variety of goodies.
Look for local fresh produce including seasonal fruit and vegetables, the potato man with lots of potato varieties, and artisan breads.
Sample and buy olive oils, wine and beer.
Add local honey to your pantry.
For the green fingered there are plants and cut flowers.
Enjoy a relaxing coffee from the market kiosk.

Open 8.00am to 1.00pm

Churchill Island Farmers Market

Victorian State Circuit Racing Championship

October 3/4, 2026
Phillip Island Circuit

The Victorian State Circuit Racing Championship returns to Phillip Island.

Island Craft Market

October 10, 2026
St Phillips Parish Hall, Thompson Avenue, Cowes

Browse the outside stalls selling fresh produce, clothing, plants, olive oil, preserves, decorative items and more.
Inside the hall visitors will find arts and crafts with lots of hand knitted goods, jewellery, and cards plus other original handmade items.
Hot food is available.

Open 9.00am to 2.00pm