Phillip Island is revving up for this year’s MotoGP from 18 October to 20 October 2024 at the iconic Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit.
The MotoGP 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 of the event 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.
Thompson Avenue 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.
Bass Coast Mayor, Clare Le Serve, said “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.”
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 MotoGP experience in Cowes.
For more information on road closures visit www.basscoast.vic.gov.au/motogp.
