Bass Coast Shire Council, Media Release, 9 September 2024
Phillip Island is revving up for an action-packed month of October, packed with marquee events across Bass Coast, including the Rip Curl GromSearch Phillip Island, the Tour of Gippsland, the Australian SUP Titles, and the headlining MotoGPA from 18 October to 20 October 2024 at the iconic Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit.
The MotoGPA Qatar Airways Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix 2024 will once again bring tens of thousands of fans to the island for three exhilarating days of racing, live music, and family-friendly entertainment. Highlights include the local favourite Community Day, where Bass Coast residents can enjoy free entry, and the Cowes Entertainment Precinct, transforming Thompson Avenue into a hub of music and fun. Plus, there are free tickets up for grabs!
As the biggest sporting event in regional Victoria, the MotoGPâ„¢ is expected to attract up to 100,000 attendees over the three days.
“This is the cornerstone of Bass Coast Shire Council’s events program, bringing an economic boost of over $42 million to our region. It’s a major driver for off-season tourism, employment, and international exposure,” said Bass Coast Mayor Cr Clare Le Serve.
“Phillip Island has proudly hosted the Australian MotoGP for nearly 30 years at our world-famous Grand Prix Circuit, and we are excited to once again welcome visitors for this brilliant family event with community days, activities, and a range of programs supporting the main races.”
A community day will again be held on Friday, 18 October, which provides free general admission tickets for Bass Coast residents. To receive a complimentary ticket, just present your proof of residency at any gate on the day or avoid the queues by collecting your tickets in advance from Gate 1 on Thursday, 17 October.
Thompson Avenue in Cowes will remain the entertainment hub and will be filled with live music and entertainment with the BMW Superscreen showing race footage, rider interviews and movies throughout the weekend to keep the party going. Highlights include performances from The 3 Johns (John Farnham, John Fogerty, and John Cougar tribute), Rehash Cover Band, and Oz Rock Express.
Road closures will be in effect from Thursday, 17 October, at 12:00 PM to Monday, 21 October, at Midday, with Thompson Avenue closed from Chapel St to The Esplanade and The Esplanade closed from Warley Ave to Bass Ave.
Only motorcycle parking will be available along Thompson Ave, creating a family-friendly MotoGPA experience in Cowes.
