What's on in the City of Adelaide Tour Village
The City of Adelaide Tour Village in Victoria Square/Tarntanyangga is the place to be in January. With free entry and so much on offer - there is something for everyone from the casual onlooker to the cycling fanatic.
Featuring bars, family zones, live entertainment, leading food vendors and the opportunity to meet and greet elite international riders – it’s set to be the biggest one yet.
Team Presentations
See your Australian and international heroes up close and gain insight into who this year's favourites will be. Throw your support behind an up-and-coming local rider or cheer on the world champions.
All will be introduced at our team presentation. With the men's teams taking the Santos Main Stage on Saturday 16 January and the women's teams on Thursday 21 January, it's the perfect opportunity to see the riders before the racing action begins.
Bike Expo
One for the cycling fans – Australia’s largest Bike Expo is returning to the City of Adelaide Tour Village. Test out the latest gadgets, technology and discover new innovations from more than 50+ of the biggest brands in cycling and learn from industry experts – it’s a must-visit and on throughout the Santos Tour Down Under.
Team Zone
Get up close to cycling's elite at the Team Zone - where both the women's and men's UCI WorldTour teams and riders will set up base during the tour. Consider this your backstage pass to watch these wizard mechanics use the best tech in the business to maintain bikes after each stage and prep them for the day to come, spot your cycling heroes and grab an autograph.
Talking Tour
Grab a drink and get comfy as Matt Keenan hosts Talking Tour from the City of Adelaide Tour Village, debriefing the day's racing and previewing the action to come. Hear from some of the biggest voices in cycling, including current and former professional riders, as they break down the day's drama, tactics, predictions and insights.
Hot Dub Time Machine
Time-travelling DJ Hot Dub Time Machine returns to the City of Adelaide Tour Village for another huge set celebrating your favourite songs from across the decades. Sing and dance the night away at this free show, which kicks off straight after our men's Team Presentation. Fans of all ages are welcome for this fun spin down memory lane.
Kids Zone
School holidays have never looked better. Discover fun, free activities in our Kids Zone, with everything from Special Santos Tour Down Under craft activities, Connect Four, an interactive photo display and magnetic jersey wall as well as a pump track and a rumble strip for the young riders. Bring the gang and be part of the Santos Tour Down Under buzz.
The Kids Zone is packed full of fun and immersive activities to keep everyone entertained across the nine days of the event
Autograph Sessions
Chasing a signature from your favourite rider? Here's your chance to meet the pros before the racing begins. Join our Autograph Sessions in the City of Adelaide Tour Village, with rider appearances on Sunday 17 January from 2pm to 5pm and Monday 18 January from 2pm to 5pm. Say hello, grab a signature and get up close to the stars of the peloton before cheering them on in the race days ahead.
Grinders on Tour Café
Cyclists know that caffeine is essential. Fuel your Tour Down Under experience at the Grinders on Tour Café, open daily. Whether it's to jump-start your day, recharge between stages or unwind after a day of racing, Grinders on Tour Café has your coffee needs covered, also offering a selection of delicious food.
See the full calendar of activities at the City of Adelaide Tour Village here.
