George Municipality invites event organisers operating across the municipal footprint to attend the annual Events Compliance and Support Workshop on Wednesday, 11 February 2026, from 08:00 to 13:00 (registration from 08:00 to 08:30). The workshop will be hosted at the George Municipality Town Hall, Conference Room, 71 York Street, George.
Presented by George, Wilderness and Uniondale Tourism, the workshop aims to empower both established and emerging event organisers by simplifying municipal processes, clarifying compliance requirements and highlighting the support available to help events succeed. It will also highlight available advertising opportunities and potential event funding partnerships across the municipal and tourism environment.
The workshop is designed to provide practical guidance to both established and emerging event organisers, helping to ensure that events are compliant, well-managed and safe, well planned and welcoming for residents and visitors, while contributing positively to the local economy and visitor experience.
“Events play a vital role in stimulating tourism, supporting local businesses and activating our towns and communities,” says Joan Shaw, Manager at George, Wilderness and Uniondale Tourism. “This workshop is about working with organisers – removing uncertainty around compliance, sharing practical tools, and connecting people with the right municipal and tourism partners to help their events grow and thrive.”
The workshop will also provide direct access to municipal officials and tourism representatives, giving organisers the opportunity to ask questions, engage with key stakeholders and gain clarity on planning requirements early in the event process.
The workshop programme will cover a wide range of essential topics, including: • Online event application processes and population certificates • Noise exemption requirements • Traffic control and safety planning • The use of municipal open spaces, beaches, sports facilities and community halls • Health and safety permits for food stalls • Electricity and waste management services • Building control and outdoor advertising regulations • Town planning requirements and land use rights • Tourism office marketing support and promotional opportunities • Event posters and banner regulations • Event funding partnerships
Event organisers are strongly encouraged to attend and register by no later than Monday, 09 February 2026 via the online registration form available at zurl.co/CBr7O