Join us for the
2026 Social Enterprise Festival
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Expressions of Interest Open Now
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Discover the power of business for good at the 2026 Social Enterprise Festival!
This is your chance to learn more about social enterprises and connect with like-minded, socially-conscious individuals. Meet the passionate people behind businesses that put people and planet first. You'll find high-quality, fair trade products and services, experience engaging activations and workshops, and support the growth of a fairer economy and society.
Australia’s biggest showcase of Social Enterprises
Festival Overview
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Social Enterprise Speakers
Hear from social enterprise leaders, experts and supporters discussing the latest innovations from businesses that are putting people and planet first, and creating cleaner, greener, fairer and kinder world.
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Activities
The 2025 Festival had hands-on activations throughout all three levels of the Festival, from designing your own tote bag to trying out power tools, from mobile phone repairs to mindfulness through African head scarves.
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Social Enterprise Market
The largest market for social enterprise products and services in NSW and ACT, including artisan products, ethical goods and services, multicultural food and beverage stalls, clothes, gifts and much more.
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Workshops
In 2025 there were more than 20 expert speakers and facilitators and engaging experiences that are designed to educate and inspire, from waste-free cooking workshops, to CPR and first aid, to how to run a financially viable social enterprise.
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Sponsors
The 2025 Festival wouldn’t have been possible without the generous support of sponsors and supporters including City of Sydney, UTS, Westpac Foundation, MTC FutureReady, Hotel Etico and Gateway Bank.
Feedback from previous Festivals
“I had a wonderful time connecting with like-minded individuals, and hearing about the incredible work social enterprises are doing around NSW. I'll definitely be back next time!!”
“This was a fantastic event. I loved how it presented a diversity of offerings and activities reflective of the wide range of social enterprises there are in Sydney and beyond. “
“Totally uplifting”
“We absolutely had a blast!”
“A fabulous, inspiring and thought provoking event and one I will go to again. Thank you.”
“This festival is a must!”
“Great variety of stalls. So many enterprises doing really amazing things.”
“I loved the amount of likeminded organisations that are out there wanting to make a positive impact.”
“I found the festival to be an inspiring and energising experience. It was a great opportunity to connect with passionate changemakers, learn from innovative social enterprises, and explore new ideas for creating postive impact. “
“It was beautiful and unique”
Festival Sponsors and Supporters
The 2025 Social Enteprise Festival would not have been possible without the generous support of our sponsors:
Major sponsor
Venue partner
Event champions
Event supporters
If you would like to become a sponsor or supporter, please have a look at our sponsorship package and reach out to us at festival@secna.org.au for more information
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Expressions of Interest Open Now
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