Events in Shoalhaven
Shoalhaven City Council recognises the importance of Events in growing the Visitor Economy and driving off-season visitation. Shoalhaven City Council welcomes events on Council owned and managed land for private, commercial and community events. The region provides an amazing backdrop and facilities to stage a broad range of events, from food and wine festivals, sporting championships and music festivals, to carnivals and community events.
Support We Offer
The events team consist of the Event Liaison Officer and the Business & Events Coordinator. While the team do not organise events, they work hard to support both local and out of area operators to hold events within the region. The team can offer guidance and suggestions for sourcing the most suitable locations for your event. During the planning process, the events team is happy to meet with organisers either onsite or at the Council Administration Building to discuss the event and guide the organiser through the application process. Our Events Team supports event organisers, including corporate groups, community groups, sport and recreation groups and individuals.
We offer information, advice and access to a range of resources and services, including:
- information on how to book a venue, park or reserve
- event guidance to host your own activities, including assistance with temporary road closures, council approvals, risk plans, food safety and waste management
- introductions to local agencies and community organisations
- free event listing on the Shoalhaven Tourism events page (conditions apply), instructions on how to promote your event are available on the Council website.
Our Events Team can also provide helpful information and assistance ahead of your event including:
- event planning
- booking venues, sports grounds and facilities
- how to promote your event
- how to gain sponsorship
- how to conduct post-event evaluation
- risk management
- crowd management
- traffic management
- food and alcohol requirements
- fundraising
- use of fireworks
- noise control
- other regulations and requirements
If you would like to discuss how we can support your event in more detail, please reach out to our Events team at events@shoalhaven.nsw.gov.au.
Funding Opportunities
Events in the Shoalhaven may be eligible to the below funding opportunities:
- Shoalhaven City Council: Community Donations Program
- Destination NSW Regional Event Fund: Event Development
- Destination NSW: Regional Event Fund: Incubator Event Stream
- Destination NSW: NSW Regional Business Event Development Fund
- Destination NSW: Regional Event Fund: Flagship Events
Keep an eye on the Grants Page for more grant opportunities.
Want to hold an event on council owned or managed land in the Shoalhaven?
Visit the Event Applications page or contact the events team at events@shoalhaven.nsw.gov.au.