Docklands Firelight Festival Catering Operators Expression of Interest

The City of Melbourne is seeking expressions of interest from catering operators to participate in Docklands Firelight Festival across all three nights, Friday 3 to Sunday 5 July 2026.

With a directive to engage a broad range of catering options to suit our diverse audience, we encourage food and beverage items which exemplify and epitomise the themes of the Winter Solstice. At this stage we are seeking interest from catering operators who operate fully self-contained outlets. Self-contained meaning all food preparation, wash up facilities and service frontage is contained within the space of the outlet itself.

Please note opportunities to be involved are limited and final selection of successful operators will be the sole responsibility of the City of Melbourne.

How you can get involved

To apply, please read through the following information which includes key dates, submission guidelines, contract documents, selection criteria, operating guidelines, and terms and conditions, then complete the online application form directly below and submit along with all documentation requested, no later than 9pm, Friday 20 March 2026.