The Great South Coast Small Business Festival has been officially launched.

Over the month of August, 24 events will be held in Warrnambool and the surrounds to help small businesses and professionals reach their full potential.

Alan Green, of Green Eggs, said that whether you are starting out, thriving or overcoming adversity in small business, you have to "have a crack". Something small can still have a big impact.

The Great South Coast Small Business Festival is about inspiring and motivating regional businesses while celebrating the strength and vitality of the small business sector to the region.

Events are either free or at low-cost.

Visit www.business.warrnambool.vic.gov.au for all the information you need and to secure your tickets.