Food stall applications open for New Year's Eve and Australia Day

We're inviting food stall holders to express interest in being part of New Year's Eve 2025 and Australia Day 2026.

Food stall holders, food trucks or food vans are invited to apply to be part of two upcoming community events.

• New Year's Eve celebrations will be held on 31 December 2025 from 5pm - 9pm
• Wollongong's Australia Day Community event will be held on 26 January 2026 from 5pm - 9pm.

Both events will be held at Wollongong Harbour and will include food, family friendly entertainment and activities, concluding with a 9pm fireworks display.

You can apply to be part of one or both events.

Fees will be charged for each event and will be based on the size of your marquee, truck, trailer or van. See our fees and charges for details:

• 3m x 3m marquee, truck or van: $150
• 6m x 3m marquee, truck or van: $195
• 7m x 4m marquee, food truck or van: $250

Power is not provided at these events, you will be required to bring your own silenced generator.

As part of your application, you will need to attach a copy of your:

• Public Liability Insurance
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate.
• Wollongong Temporary or Mobile Food Permit Number

Please note:

• Completing an EOI does not automatically guarantee a spot at these events,
• In August, Council will review all EOIs received,
• In September, successful food vendors will be offered a position based on a mix of main course and dessert options required at these events,
• Should Council require food vendors for other events throughout the year, we will refer to this EOI list and contact you should you be suitable.

Applications for New Year's Eve and Australia Day events close on Friday 1 August 2025.

Use the button below to apply.