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Local Business Program

The Local Business Program aims to help business leverage a flux of visitation in the CBD this winter throughout the festival period, 04—15 June.

As a major cultural event supported by Visit Victoria and Creative Victoria, RISING aims to invigorate the city during winter and support the City of Melbourne’s night-time economy with unique and engaging programming.

We invite small businesses that make up the city's fabric to participate and be part of RISING, Melbourne’s major cultural festival.

Retail, restaurants, cafes, pubs, clubs, entertainment venues, tourist attractions, cultural institutions, hotels and accommodation providers, within the CBD are all invited to participate.

Express your interest in getting involved below.

Business Owner for Mr Cuff holds a giant novelty cheque for $1000 outside his store

2024 Local Business Program Winner: Mr Cuff

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2024 Local Business Program Winner: Mr Cuff