The world’s most elite cyclists will return to South Australia in January 2025 to race in the Santos Tour Down Under.
Adelaide is where global cycling gathers to start each season. It’s a chance for riders to leave their wintry European bases and compete under the summer sun, to earn crucial points and be cheered on by passionate fans.
The dynamic 10-day event will bring elite male and female Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) riders to compete on the streets of Adelaide and regional South Australia. It will be the 25th edition of the event known as the southern hemisphere’s largest cycling event.
The Santos Festival of Cycling allows locals and visitors to make the most of South Australia’s buzzing atmosphere, from the City of Adelaide Tour Village and premium experiences, to street parties and family friendly events. Experience the race from the regions or give the kids a day they won’t forget.
STAGES
The 2025 Santos Tour Down Under stages are a blend of tradition and innovation as the race covers 1198 kilometres across South Australia.
Friday 17 January 2025
- Ziptrak® Women’s Stage 1: Brighton To Aldinga
- Start: 11:10am, Jetty Road, Brighton
- Finish: 2:08pm, Esplanade, Snapper Point, Aldinga
- Distance: 101.9Km
Saturday 18 January 2025
- Health Partners Women’s Stage 2: Unley To Willunga Hill
- Start: 11:10am, King William Road, Unley
- Finish: 2:23pm, Brookman Road, Willunga Hill
- Distance: 115Km
Sunday 19 January 2025
- Hyundai Women’s Stage 3: Stirling To Stirling
- Start: 11:10am, Mount Barker Road, Stirling
- Finish: 2:07 Pm, Mount Barker Road, Stirling
- Distance: 105.9Km
Saturday 18 January 2025
- Down Under Classic
- Start: 7:00pm, Rundle Road, Adelaide
- Finish: 8:06pm Rundle Road, Adelaide
- Distance: 1.8Km (1 Hour + 6 Mins)Km
Tuesday 21 January 2025
- Ziptrak® Men’s Stage 1: Prospect To Gumeracha
- Start: 11:10am, Prospect Road, Prospect
- Finish: 3:26pm, Albert Street, Gumeracha
- Distance: 150.7Km
Wednesday 22 January 2025
- Health Partners Men’s Stage 2: Tanunda To Tanunda
- Start: 11:10am, Murray Street, Tanunda
- Finish: 2:23pm, Murray Street, Tanunda
- Distance: 128.8Km
Thursday 23 January 2025
- Efex Men’s Stage 3: Norwood To Uraidla
- Start: 11:10am, The Parade, Norwood
- Finish: 3:01pm, Greenhill Road, Uraidla
- Distance: 147.5Km
Friday 24 January 2025
- Hahn Men’s Stage 4: Glenelg To Victor Harbor
- Start: 11:10am, Colley Terrace, Glenelg
- Finish: 3:21pm, Esplanade, Victor Harbor
- Distance: 157.2Km
Saturday 25 January 2025
- Think! Road Safety Men’s Stage 5: Mclaren Vale – Willunga Hill
- Start: 11:10am, Main Road, Mclaren Vale
- Finish: 2:53pm, Brookman Road, Willunga Hill
- Distance: 145.7Km
Sunday 26 January 2025
- Schwalbe Men’s Stage 6: Adelaide – Adelaide
- Start: King William Road, Adelaide
- Finish: King William Road, Adelaide
- Distance: 90Km
City of Adelaide Tour Village
The City of Adelaide Tour Village in Victoria Square/Tarntanyangga is the heart and soul of the Santos Tour Down Under, with something for everyone from the casual onlooker to the cycling fanatic. Whether it’s new bikes and technology, or simply a place to relax and enjoy the atmosphere, you’ll find it at the Tour Village.
With free entry, the Tour Village features bars with daily knock off hours, family zones, ample shade and live music.
There’s always plenty on offer for cycling fans including Australia’s largest bike expo, providing the opportunity to test out the latest gadgets, technology and hear from brand experts.
Fans have the chance to meet and greet elite international riders and see mechanics at work in the Team Zone with daily panel chats featuring cycling experts including riders from the peloton.
Along with daily programmed entertainment, festival goers and cycling fans can settle in and watch the stages live-streamed on the Santos Main Stage big screen throughout the day.
Family Zone:
Visiting the City of Adelaide Tour Village with kids? Be sure to check out the Family Zone. Young cycling fans can learn something new, burn some energy or relax with the family in the shade.
FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE TOUR VILLAGE SOON
The Adelaide Epic Ride
To celebrate the 25th anniversary of the The Santos Tour Down Under, amateur riders will be able to join a new mass participation ride from Norwood to Uraidla on Thursday 23 January, just hours before the WorldTour peloton.
The Adelaide Epic Ride will cover some of South Australia’s most iconic cycling terrain, starting in Norwood and winding through the picturesque Adelaide Hills.
Riders will experience a mix of fast flats and gruelling climbs as they pass through Balhannah, Hanhdorf, Lenswood and Ashton, before finishing up in Uraidla.
Participants can choose from three distance options to tackle on the day – 20km, 85km or 120km of the efex Stage 3 route.
For more information and all enquiries please visit the Santos Tour Down Under website.
What: Santos Tour Down Under
When: Friday 17 – Sunday 26 January 2025
Where: South Australia (various locations)
Who: Everyone
At Play & Go Adelaide we make every effort to provide accurate information to the best of our knowledge at the time of publication. We recommend confirming times, dates and details directly before making any plans as details may be subject to change.
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