Phillip Island Events

Ploughing the field with horse-drawn plough at Churchill Island Heritage Farm

Vintage cars on display at Kustom Nats, Cowes

Motorcycle competitor at Superbikes event at Phillip Island Circuit

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

From small local markets to the hype of the International Motorcycle Grand Prix, 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.

Find your favourite Phillip Island events below.

Newhaven Market

May 21, 2022
Newhaven Primary School
School Avenue, Newhaven

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

8.00am to 1.00pm

Cowes Sunday Market

May 22 & 29, 2022
Erewhon Point, The Esplanade, Cowes

Browse the stalls for gourmet foods, crafts, clothes and lots more on the waterfront at Cowes Beach.

9am to 2.00pm.

Market on Church

May 28, 2022
St Phillip'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

Churchill Island Farmers Market

June 4, 2022
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

Island Craft Market

June 11, 2022
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

Island Foreshore Market

June 11, 2022
The Esplanade, Erewhon Point, Cowes

Browse stalls showcasing local produce, crafts, wine and beer, clothes and more, plus enjoy live music and hot food.

From 3.00pm to 9.00pm.

Phillip Island Jazz Club

June 19, 2022
Phillip Island Bowling Club, Dunsmore Road, Cowes

Relax to the sound of Handlebars.

From 11.00am to 5.30am.

Shannons Motorsport Australia Championships

June 25/26, 2022
Phillip Island Circuit

Phillip Island will host the second round of Shannons Motorsport Australia Championships, showcasing the best motorsport categories in Australia.

Island Whale Festival

July 1/3, 2022
Various Phillip Island venues

The annual Island Whale Festival brings a range of talks, workshops and other activities that entertain and educate visitors about the wildlife and natural habitats of Phillip Island and the Bass Coast region.

For more info go to www.islandwhales.com.au

Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix

October 14/16, 2022
Phillip Island Circuit

MotoGP is scheduled to return to Phillip Island Circuit in 2022.

Well-known as a favourite amongst riders, the fast-flowing Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit will once again set the stage for a thrilling weekend, as teams push their machines to the limit.

2022 Superbike World Championships

November 18/20, 2022
Phillip Island Circuit

The 2022 MOTUL FIM Superbike World Championship season finale comes to the Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit.

Ocean Sounds Music Festival

December 10, 2022
Churchill Island

Join Tash Sultana, Pierce Brothers, Kim Churchill, Kee'Ahn and more at Ocean Sounds Music Festival. Relax with picnic rugs, local wines and gourmet food with the sun setting over Westernport Bay.

From 1.00pm to 10.00pm