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Large & Major Events Expression of Interest

Fremantle is the most eclectic and spirited seaside destination in the world. It’s a maritime city with spirit and soul, full of vibrancy, colour and culture. As one of the most visited destinations in Western Australia, Fremantle offers a unique opportunity for event organisers to capitalise and contribute to our world class tourism offering. 

The City of Fremantle is inviting Expression of Interest (EOI) from experienced promoters and event organisers to deliver Large and Major scale events at our most prestigious outdoor event venues. The EOI process will be used to proactively seek a broad range of complementary Large and Major impact events across the City.

These events will support the City’s events calendar and will secure provisional approval for the upcoming season. Provisional approval is the first step in the event application process and secures the date and venue for the event. 

Whilst Large and Major scale events can be supported outside the EOI process, venue and date availability will be limited. Small and Medium scale event applications are processed year-round.

 

What you will need to apply?

  1. Familiarise yourself with the Large & Major Events EOI prospectus which contains information on the opportunity, assessment criteria, details on the process and outdoor venues. 
  2. Read the Outdoor Event Policy 
  3. Fill in the application form and attach a formal event proposal addressing the assessment criteria. 

 

Large vs Major scale events

The City of Fremantle distinguishes its large and major events by the following critieria.

  Large Events Major Events
Capacity 5,000 - 9,999 attendees Over 10,000 attendees
Size Less than 20,000 square meters More than 20,000 square meters or any beach frontage
and/or beach car park with more than 1,500 people.
Duration Single or multiple event days, single event site Singe or multiple event days, multiple event sites
Bump in / out duration Bump in / out: 3 - 5 days total Bump in / out totals more than 5 days
Noise Amplified Noise / Reg 18 permit required Amplified Noise / Reg 18 permit required
Infrastructure Large Infrastructure Major Infrastructure builds
Typical application time frame 4-6 months 6-9 months

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

    Assessment Criteria

    The City has developed assessment criteria that will be used to assess applications. This assessment criteria will deliver the best outcome for the community, visitors and businesses. 

    What are we looking for?

    • Create interesting and diverse activities that encourage people to stay longer in Fremantle.
    • Engage, include, and connect a range of people in our community, providing diverse opportunities for engagement and participation.
    • Incorporate local businesses and allow them to take an active role in the event
    • Contributes to Fremantle being recognised locally, nationally, and internationally for its festivals and street life.

    What are we not looking for?

    • Events that will directly compete with established businesses or activities in the local area.
    • Events that don't positively reflect Fremantle's brand and reputation.
       

    Key Dates

    EOI applications for Large and Major events to be held in January - June 2025 are open from Monday 5 August, and close on Friday 23 August 2024.

    Event organisers may apply outside of the EOI application period, however this process forms the basis for the City’s events calendar and therefore availability may be limited.
     

    Contact us

    For more information on the EOI process or the event application process, contact events@fremantle.wa.gov.au

     

     

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