Is there a cost involved in attending?
No, all Live and Local events are free to attend. Some require bookings. For further information please see the Live and Local venues.
Will there be food available?
Yes, many of the venues offer options available to suit most dietary requirements. There will also be a limited number of food trucks around. Please contact individual venues for more information about food options.
How can I get to Live and Local?
Live and Local will be held across multiple venues in Gosford CBD.
Trains run regularly to Gosford on the Central Coast and Newcastle lines, within walking distance of all venues. In addition, bus services operate from all over the Central Coast. Busways operate bus routes across the Central Coast Telephone Busways on (02) 4368 2277 or 1300 69 2929. Alternatively, visit transportnsw.info to plan your trip and allow extra time.
Several car parks are located within easy walking distance from participating venues.
- Gosford City car park – Mon-Fri- Hourly fees apply, Sat-sun $11 flat rate
- Gosford Train Station car park – Hourly fees apply, access via Opal card in conjunction with any valid train journey
- Imperial Centre car park – As a special offer there will be free parking from 5pm Friday 1 Nov, and free parking on the weekend.
- Central Coast Leagues Club provides free parking for members
Accessibility & Inclusion
Will all venues be accessible?
Live and Local works with existing venues to deliver live music performances. All accessibility information on each venue will be made available in our program information. Each venue will be provided with a limited number of sensory packs which can be accessed for free. Please check with the participating venue. There will be dedicated sensory areas, quiet zones and other facilities and amenities so Live and Local can be enjoyed by as many as possible.
Will there be accessible toilets?
Accessible toilets are located at many of the official venues.
Will there be changing places?
Unfortunately, there will not be changing places available for the duration of the event.
Will there be Auslan interpreters?
Unfortunately, there will not be Auslan Interpreters available.
I might need a break from the music, is there anywhere I can go?
The program is set up to have the option to move between venues between sets.
Are there dedicated accessible drop off and pick up points?
Yes, accessible drop off & pick up points is available on William St outside the Imperial Centre which can be accessed via Mortimer Lane.
Will there be an accessible car park?
There are limited accessible spaces available at Donnison St carpark, Baker St (near Leagues Club Park), Imperial Centre, Drifters Wharf and Gosford Station car park. Costs and hours vary depending on the car park location.
Does the venue have an audio loop installed?
Unfortunately, the venues that are participating do not have an audio loop installed.
Is there an age limit on who can attend the event?
All ages are welcome, as long as they adhere to each venue's guidelines. For the evening events, many venues that serve alcohol welcome guests under 18 until 9 pm, if accompanied by a parent or guardian.
How will Live and Local support blind and low vision patrons?
Many venues are small venues where musicians are performing without a stage, please chat to venue staff when booking to be allocated a table close to performances.
Will lighting be friendly for those who are sensitive to strobe/intense lighting?
We are working with each musician and venue to ensure that lighting and production elements are as friendly as possible. For any specific questions, please email bethany.falzon@centralcoast.nsw.gov.au
