Wollongong City Council has secured $150,000 in funding under the NSW Government’s Open Streets program, to host a community event in Port Kembla later this year.
With a working title of “Sprung Festival” and set to take place in September, this event will see Port Kembla come to life, as day turns to night.
It will include an evening of family fun, featuring lighting effects, projections, on-street dining, live music and roving entertainment.
Responding to the cost-of-living crisis, entry to this event will be free, bringing locals together for budget busting, family-friendly fun.
The Port Kembla event is one of 130 regional and metro events funded by the Open Streets program which aims to activate local streets and public spaces, boost vibrancy and visitor numbers to local communities and businesses.
Other events include winter festivals, Christmas festivals, food markets, live music, street parades and arts events.
