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Vibrant going-out Districts across NSW ready to collaborate
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Fairfield City Council
Built by immigrant families, now reimagined by their kids: Canley Heights is Fairfield City’s late-night food and entertainment precinct.
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Shoalhaven City Council
Deep in Jervis Bay, Husky Co. pairs coastal beauty with local flavour, creative energy and a growing calendar of experiences shaped by its business community.
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Fairfield City Council
A welcoming pocket of Little Asia where you can feast Vietnamese classics, build hotpots and hit a house-party bar. Feast, linger, repeat: generous plates, buzzing courtyards and rooms made for groups.
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City of Newcastle
Between harbour and ocean, Newcastle East pairs historic streets, independent hospitality and beach culture in Newcastle’s original vibrant coastal neighbourhood.
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City of Sydney
Welcoming and Inclusive: With a legacy that stretches decades the Oxford St Rainbow Precinct is renowned globally as the home to Sydney's LGBTQIA+ community and a great place to party!
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City of Sydney
It’s a must-hit spot on any tourist itinerary but thanks to newfound vibrancy, Circular Quay is attracting a new demographic: the locals.
Opportunities
Posted by Neon Marketplace
Stallholder EOIs open: Eastwood Lunar New Year Festival 2027
Showcase your products at one of Sydney's largest Lunar New Year celebrations.
Showcase your products at one of Sydney's largest Lunar New Year celebrations.
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Opportunity closes
15 Nov 2026
Posted by Neon Marketplace
Performer EOIs open: Eastwood Lunar New Year Festival 2027
Perform at a major cultural celebration in the heart of Eastwood.
Perform at a major cultural celebration in the heart of Eastwood.
Opportunity closes
15 Nov 2026
Posted by City of Parramatta
Food trucks wanted for North Parramatta
Expressions of interest are now open for food vendors to take part in a new trial at the City of Parramatta Community Recycling Centre.
Expressions of interest are now open for food vendors to take part in a new trial at the City of Parramatta Community Recycling Centre.
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Opportunity closes
05 Nov 2026
Posted by City of Parramatta
Music Recording Studio Residence Program
Expressions of interest are open for the City of Parramatta's Music Recording Studio Residency Program at Wentworth Point Community Centre.
Expressions of interest are open for the City of Parramatta's Music Recording Studio Residency Program at Wentworth Point Community Centre.
Opportunity closes
02 Nov 2026
Posted by Neon Marketplace
Young Artist in Residency program
Applications open for the 2027 Young Artist in Residency program offered by Wollongong City Council.
Applications open for the 2027 Young Artist in Residency program offered by Wollongong City Council.
Opportunity closes
30 Nov 2026
Posted by Neon Marketplace
Subscribe for Stallholder and performer EOI opportunities
Register your interest for future major events with Georges River Council.
Register your interest for future major events with Georges River Council.
Opportunity closes
30 Jun 2027
Statistics
Dive into the data behind New South Wales' 24-hour economy. Explore key statistics on nightlife, entertainment, business growth and spending. Data as of 31 March 2025, powered by the Office of the 24-Hour Economy Commissioner's Data After Dark platform.
in-person night-time spend in March 2025
Source: Westpac DataX spend data
non-core night-time economy businesses
Source: Australian Business Register
core night-time economy businesses
Source: Australian Business Register
food and drink businesses
Source: Australian Business Register
entertainment businesses
Source: Australian Business Register
pubs, taverns and bars
Source: Australian Business Register
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We acknowledge that we live and work on Aboriginal land and recognise the strength, resilience and capacity of First Nations Australians. We also acknowledge all of the traditional owners of the land in NSW, and pay respect to First Nations Elders, past and present.
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