Event sponsorship 2026-27 Expressions of Interest (EOI)
Tender Overview
About this tender
Interested in supporting one of our major events? From the Major Partner package through to the Friend of the Festival package, all Central Coast Council events present a unique and exciting opportunity for businesses to partner and prosper, from small business through to large corporate partners. The Sponsorship Prospectus presents enticing packages for each of our eight major events. The Sponsorship Prospectus features the calendar of events starting from January 2026 through to 31 December 2027 and features the Central Coast Council’s Flagship events including: ChromeFest The Lakes Festival Harvest Festival Love Lanes There are also four community events within the calendar: New Years Eve, Gosford New Years Eve, The Entrance Australia Day, Gosford Australia Day, The Entrance If you would like to express your interest in supporting one of these major events, download the Sponsorship Prospectus 2026-2027. Contact Email: eventsponsorship@centralcoast.nsw.gov.au **No closing date provided. Please confirm with the issuer. **
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