Play streets and street parties

Play Streets or Street Parties are small-scale gatherings in a residential street where neighbours of all ages can connect, normally lasting 2-3 hours. They are resident organised and run, designed to bring neighbours together in a relaxed community focused atmosphere, safe from car traffic.

Play Streets and Street Parties are not large-scale community events and should not be open to the general public - if your street event will have over 100 people attending who live on the street, you'll need to apply for an Event Permit.  

Please note, the Toolkit was originally created for Play Streets, but the same process applies to Street Party applications. Those involved in leading a Play Street or Street Party must agree to and abide by the Terms and Conditions provided by Council.

Our Toolkit provides a step-by-step guide to help you organise your event. Please ensure you read the Toolkit before making an application.

Download the Toolkit (PDF 3Mb)

How to organise a Play Street or Street Party

Below are the steps you can follow to organise a Play Street or Street Party. You will need to start completing these steps at least 6 weeks before the date you want to hold your event.

  • Please download the Toolkit (PDF 3Mb) which will take you through the step-by-step process required to organise your event with your local street.

  • At least 6 weeks before your event 

    Apply to Council to host your Play Street or Street Party at the link below. You can submit an application online, or print a copy of your application and bring into our Coburg Civic Centre at 90 Bell St, Coburg.

    You'll need to provide in your application 

    • Date and time preferences for your event
    • Have 75% neighbour support 
    • Street diagram of the event location
    • Names and details of 3 volunteer traffic marshals
    • Risk and safety plan
    • Signed Terms and Conditions document

  • Estimated process time - 2 weeks

    Once we receive your application, we'll review it to ensure it meets all the requirements and conditions. Applications that are incomplete or contain errors will be returned for correction and resubmission.

  • Estimated process time - 2 weeks

    If your event application is accepted, Council will issue approval documentation and equipment, including:

    • Temporary Road Occupation Permit
    • Traffic Management Plan
    • Traffic marshal training & guidelines
    • Traffic management equipment

  • Now your event has been approved and you have everything you need, enjoy! Be sure to let Council know how the event goes and share any great photos or stories of the day.

If you need assistance, please contact us by emailing playstreets@merri-bek.vic.gov.au or calling 9240 1111 and ask to speak to our Social Cohesion Officer or Sustainable Communities Officer.

Apply to host a Play Street or Street Party

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