Events and festivals

Events that will attract 2000 or more people require an Entertainment Events permit. Find out how to apply and the fees payable.

Council has developed the Entertainment Events Permit Customer Guidelines to help event organisers understand the application process and the documentation that may be required to support your Entertainment Event Permit application. The guide contains useful information around identifying a suitable location for your event and other approvals that may be required for your event.

Download: 

• the Entertainment Event Permit Customer Guidelines (PDF - 3.58Mb)
• the Entertainment Event Permit Customer Guidelines (Word - 379kb). 

Council has developed guidelines to help event organisers incorporate sustainable principles into the planning of their events. Every event is different and each presents different opportunities for improved sustainability.

Events located in Musgrave Park or 7th Brigade Park that meet certain criteria are eligible to apply for an entertainment event permit using the standard offer application process. Find out if your event meets the eligibility criteria and how to apply.

Fetes or other similar school-based fundraising events run by public or private schools or P&C associations are eligible to apply for a streamlined event permit.  Find out the requirements and how to apply.

Depending on the activities planned, an event may require approvals for food stall operators, parks approval, selling or serving alcohol, signage, fireworks, traffic and parking management and temporary road closures.

As part of your Entertainment Event Permit application, you need to provide documentation of event preparation and safety. Find out the requirements for bins and toilets, rides, animals, temporary buildings and structures, electrical and gas safety and noise management.

You will need to notify the community and other stakeholders about your event, and provide documentation to Council about the notifications.

Council has gathered links to useful resources to help with your event planning. There is information to help locate a venue for your event, find out about sponsorship, event planning and sustainable events.

Council has by resolution proposed to make a local law entitled Events Local Law 2022 (the proposed local law) and is now consulting with the public about it. Find out more information.