Central Geelong is the place to be this Black Friday, with a jampacked day of bargains, market stalls, pop-up activations and live music planned to kickstart Christmas shopping.
As part of the City's Christmas in Geelong program, we're proudly offering shoppers free entertainment and experiences from 9am-9pm this Friday 25 November to support central Geelong businesses presenting special offers.
According to Spendmapp data for Greater Geelong, residents spent $7.8 million in-store on Black Friday sales last year - a 14 per cent increase on Black Friday in 2020.
Our local economy is set to receive a $20 million boost from the City of Greater Geelong's Christmas in Geelong program by creating jobs and encouraging visitors to spend more time in the city.
Black Friday in central Geelong will feature:
- Creative Geelong Night Market from 5:00pm to 8:00pm at Centrepoint Arcade
- Geelong Illustrators Night Market from 5:00pm to 8:00pm along Little Malop Central
- Original artwork for sale at the Geelong Illustrators Studio Gallery on Moorabool Street
- Bar on the Bridge and special offers at Westfield Geelong
- Black Friday Claw Machine, special offers and photos with Santa at Market Square
- Roving elves throughout central Geelong
- Moto Bella DJ Vespa from 11:00am to 3:00pm at four locations along the Green Spine
- Live music at Little Malop Street:
- Levi Anderson from 12:00pm to 2:00pm
- DJ Candance from 4:00pm to 5:45pm
- Los Locos from 6:00pm to 8:00pm
The City's Christmas in Geelong program is bigger than ever this year, with a range of new activities and initiatives to complement the traditional favourites.
We've introduced festive painting masterclasses, Christmas at Balyang Par 3, Santa Pet Photos, Piccadilly Christmas Market and more.
Get your diary out and plan for some extra fun over Christmas.
Mayor Trent Sullivan
Black Friday is the ideal opportunity to snap up a bargain and get ahead on the Christmas shopping list before the busy silly season.
There'll be something for everyone on Black Friday in central Geelong and plenty of entertainment to get shoppers in the festive spirit.
Our local retailers are planning a range of special offers and bargains that will appeal to not only those searching for that perfect gift, but shoppers who enjoy a leisurely browse.
Councillor Peter Murrihy - Chair, Economic Development portfolio
Supporting local businesses continues to be important, as the region recovers from the pandemic.
The Christmas period is vital for retailers, as they can make up to two thirds of their annual profits at this time.
It's been a difficult year for our hard-working retailers with staff shortages and supply chain issues, so our Black Friday event is a chance to support local jobs and businesses while creating a pleasant shopping experience.
