Harvest Festival 2026 Expression of Interest
We’re inviting you to help bring 2026 Harvest Festival and our very first Harvest Nights to life. Be part of something special as we showcase our beautiful hinterland during the day, and after dark, with our inaugural Harvest Nights!
Harvest Festival is presented by Central Coast Council over the June long weekend. In 2025 over 68,000 people came out to enjoy the Coast’s beautiful hinterland, with over $8 million flowing into the local economy.
This event is made possible through the unique experiences, tours and events offered by our community at each of our event hubs.
Submit your interest in joining 2026 Harvest Festival and Harvest Nights
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Traditional Harvest Festival EOI (non-funded)
Who can apply?
Harvest Festival Expression of Interest is available to eligible sole traders, businesses, creatives, companies or organisations that propose an event or event concept that satisfies the requirements.
The Festival committee is also looking to fund a range of unique events to run in the evening that provide the community and visitors with a diverse Festival calendar.
Types of events that will be considered:
Unfunded events should align with the Harvest Festival theme and contribute meaningfully to the overall program. These may include daytime activities such as workshops, demonstrations, or community-led activations that reflect the spirit of harvest, sustainability, and local culture.
Examples of events may include (but not limited to):
• Art events and workshops
• Obstacle course / Fun runs
• Live music concerts
• ‘Pick your own’
• Farm tours
• Community events
• Fresh produce markets
• Cooking workshops
• Long lunches.
Evening event Ideas:
• Outdoor cinema within the orchards
• Lighting Installations
• Live music within the orchards
• Degustation dinners
• Night Markets
• Long table farm dinners
• Lantern walks and tours.