Expression of Interest - Market Stallholders, Food Vendors & Entertainers
Tender Overview
About this tender
Overview Yass Valley Council is inviting expressions of interest from local businesses, makers, creators, food vendors and entertainers to take part in Christmas on Comur Street 2026, a community celebration to be held on Comur Street, Yass. About Christmas on Comur Street is returning in 2026. Council is seeking a mix of local makers, artisans, small businesses, food vendors and entertainers to help create a festive celebration for the whole community along Comur Street. How to Apply Market Stallholders Showcase products and Christmas gift ideas to the community. Council is looking for a mix of local makers, artisans, small businesses and market stalls. APPLY HERE Food Vendors Food vendors offering food, sweet treats, drinks and festive favourites are invited to apply. Food vendors are encouraged to apply early as spaces are limited. APPLY HERE Entertainers Talented performers who can sing, dance, perform, play music or entertain a crowd are invited to apply to help create a Christmas atmosphere along Comur Street. APPLY HERE Important Dates Wednesday 30 September 2026: EOI / applications close Thursday 1 October 2026: EOIs and applications submitted to the Christmas on Comur Street Working Group for decision Thursday 15 October 2026: Contracts and payment forms sent Friday 30 October 2026: All payments and contracts must be submitted to Yass Valley Council Contract Terms and Conditions Stallholder and Food Vendor Payment Schedule: Local Stallholder 3m x 3m: $35.00 Non-Local Stallholder 3m x 3m: $45.00 Local Stallholder 6m x 3m: $70.00 Non-Local Stallholder 6m x 3m: $90.00
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