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Vibrant going-out Districts across NSW ready to collaborate
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Penrith City Council
Local pioneers, rebels and creators are reshaping the newest entertainment centre in the heart of Western Sydney.
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City of Sydney
A rich history of industry, culinary arts and entertainment has awakened this thriving creative hub.
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City of Sydney
There’s only one Kings Cross: the place where it all began. Its past is legendary, but the Cross has evolved, and what’s happening now is just as compelling.
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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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Bathurst Regional Council
A vibrant regional centre where major events, remarkable heritage, culture, food and drink, creative industries and contemporary regional life come together.
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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.
Opportunities
Posted by Inner West Council
Community Festive Grants
Supporting end-of-year celebrations that engage local residents, enhance community spirit and encourage participation across the community.
Supporting end-of-year celebrations that engage local residents, enhance community spirit and encourage participation across the community.
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Opportunity closes
08 Nov 2026
Posted by Neon Marketplace
Auditions open for singer, actor and dancer roles in A Chorus Line
Showcase your talent in one of musical theatre's most celebrated productions.
Showcase your talent in one of musical theatre's most celebrated productions.
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Opportunity closes
14 Nov 2026
Posted by Sitar By Ravi
Captivating Live Sitar Performances (Sydney & NSW)
Live sitar performances by Ravi fostering social cohesion and multicultural celebration across NSW.
Live sitar performances by Ravi fostering social cohesion and multicultural celebration across NSW.
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Opportunity closes
31 Dec 2027
Posted by Office of the 24-Hour Economy Commissioner
Night-Time Economy Accelerator for Councils
Skill-building workshops delivered by field experts designed to equip NSW council officers with the knowledge to support a night-time economy tailored to their local communities.
Skill-building workshops delivered by field experts designed to equip NSW council officers with the knowledge to support a night-time economy tailored to their local communities.
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Opportunity closes
04 Dec 2026
Posted by Awesome Black Studio
Vivid Sydney First Nations Light Accelerator
Supporting emerging First Nations artists, creating new opportunities, and bring Aboriginal stories to audiences from around the world through Vivid Sydney.
Supporting emerging First Nations artists, creating new opportunities, and bring Aboriginal stories to audiences from around the world through Vivid Sydney.
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Opportunity closes
12 Nov 2026
Posted by Neon Marketplace
Australian Night Studies Symposium 2026
Bringing together researchers, policymakers, artists and practitioners to explore the night through the lens of creativity, innovation, infrastructure and social change.
Bringing together researchers, policymakers, artists and practitioners to explore the night through the lens of creativity, innovation, infrastructure and social change.
Opportunity closes
03 Nov 2026
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
Latest events and case studies
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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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