Hosting an event

Sustainable Events

Accessible Events

Grants and sponsorship

Portable Water Stations

Find an event site

The Mackay region has a wide range of indoor and outdoor venue options for hire to suit a broad range of events.

A temporary entertainment event permit is required if your event includes public entertainment, exceeds 200 attendees, involves catering or infrastructure (such as amplified sound or fireworks), or impacts nearby residents or businesses.

Related event approvals

In addition to the Temporary Entertainment Event Permit, you may need other approvals from Mackay Regional Council and the Queensland Government for specific activities in relation to your event.

Event preparation and safety

As part of your Temporary Entertainment Event permit application, you need to provide documentation of event preparation and safety including a risk management plan and safety risk assessments in crowded places - terrorism.