Kiama is preparing to come alive after dark!
Kiama Council has received NSW Government funding to develop a Night‑Time Economy Strategy and investigate the establishment of a Special Entertainment Precinct (SEP), including consideration of a trial beginning in 2027.
'Kiama After Dark' will explore opportunities for growth in twilight and night‑time activity across the Kiama Local Government Area (LGA). The Strategy aims to create the right conditions for a safe, vibrant and well‑managed after‑dark economy that strengthens Kiama’s social and economic fabric, supports live music and entertainment, and encourages local business growth, all while respecting local character, residential amenity and community expectations.
Community and business input is vital in shaping the Strategy and informing decisions about any future Special Entertainment Precinct.
How to have your say
Complete a survey
Share your idea
What's your suggestion for a better 'after dark' experience in the Kiama area?
28 April, 2026
Dave Evans says:
Funded arts activations across the cbd to promote a night time economy.
25 April, 2026
Clayton Hopkins says:
A S.T.E.M cafe/social club.
A place for teenagers and adults to study and learn inna non-alcoholic environment.
23 April, 2026
Greg says:
An integrated courtesy bus service to support people travelling to and from homes / tourist parks to venues in Kiama.
22 April, 2026
Chris says:
Good to have more low key events venues operating in different parts of the LGA not just the centre of Kiama
15 April, 2026
Gail says:
Summer time movies in the park.
15 April, 2026
Elise says:
BUild more family friendly infrastructure such as basketball courts, skate parks, pump tracks down at Coronation Park next to Kiama SLSC.
15 April, 2026
John says:
With little night life at all it is a farce the way council has handled Fillmores for example. I doubt this council knows what to do.
4 April, 2026
Fitz says:
Night market
Live music
Bush dancing, salsa, ceilidh, other social dances
Open air cinema in the warmer months
Mini golf
3 April, 2026
Stuart Alexander says:
Maybe they could start by not closing live venues for pathetic reasons
2 April, 2026
Norto says:
Live music from the Orry-Kelly stage in the warmer months between 5-7. Great time for families. Younger crowd can then take in dinner
1 April, 2026
Susan Bond says:
I suggest we leave Kiama alone.
Kiama is already swamped with people during weekends, school holiday
1 April, 2026
Pop-up participant says:
Create a coordinated Busking and Street Performance Network, centred around a signature Buskers Pavilion, to activate key public spaces.
Business workshop
We invited local business owners and operators to help shape the future of Kiama’s night‑time economy. Your insights and on‑the‑ground experience are important in developing a strategy that supports a safe, vibrant and successful nightlife for our community.
Local businesses came together at a Business Workshop to share feedback, explore opportunities, and work with us to identify actions to strengthen the night‑time economy.
The workshop was held on Monday 20 April 2026.
Attend a community pop-up
Council staff offer a casual setting for community to chat about current work; it is also another way for you to provide your thoughts and input.
Key dates
Tuesday 31 March 2026 02:00 pm to 04:00 pm
Community pop-up @ IGA Gerringong
Wednesday 1 April 2026 03:00 pm to 06:00 pm
Community pop-up @ Kiama Farmers Market
