New Year's Eve Event Management, Soul Street 2026 Byron Bay

### 🎆 Tender Overview: Soul Street 2026 Event Management Byron Shire Council is inviting proposals from experienced event managers to deliver **Soul Street 2026**, a signature New Year’s Eve community event in Byron Bay. This free, family-friendly celebration focuses on creative place activation, community safety, and inclusive entertainment across the Byron CBD and foreshore. ### 🎯 Scope of Work & Objectives The successful contractor will lead the end-to-end management of the event, including: * **Programming & Planning:** Curating entertainment, managing budgets, and coordinating stakeholder liaison. * **Operational Delivery:** Managing bump-in/bump-out, security, first aid, and waste management. * **Compliance:** Developing comprehensive risk assessments, emergency management plans, and site safety documentation. * **Community Focus:** Prioritizing local artists and suppliers, with a mandatory $5,000 allocation for First Nations programming. * **Sustainability:** Adhering to Council’s single-use packaging policy and implementing reusable foodware systems. ### 📋 Key Requirements * **Budget:** Up to $120,000 (excluding traffic management and toilet facilities, which are covered by Council). * **Mandatory Site Visit:** Monday, 11 May 2026, at 10:30 AM (Meet in front of the Northern Hotel). * **Qualifications:** Demonstrated experience in large-scale event management, risk mitigation, and WHS compliance. ### 📅 Important Dates * **Tender Close:** 18 May 2026, 5:00 PM AEST * **Expected Decision:** 01 June 2026 This is a high-profile opportunity for event professionals to contribute to a safe, artistic, and sustainable New Year's Eve experience in one of Australia's most iconic locations. **Keywords:** Event Management, Byron Bay, New Year's Eve, Community Events, Place Activation, First Nations Programming, Event Safety, NSW Tenders.