NSW 24-Hour Economy Neon Market Seminar Ignites Night-Time Business Innovation

The NSW 24-Hour Economy Commission recently hosted a vibrant and forward-thinking event – the Neon Market Seminar – gathering innovators, entrepreneurs, and community leaders to explore the growth of night-time economy initiatives across Greater Sydney.

The seminar brought together a diverse panel of speakers and business operators who shared their experiences launching and sustaining markets, entertainment venues, and retail activities that contribute to a thriving after-dark economy.

Held under the NSW Government’s “24-Hour Economy” strategy, the session spotlighted how grassroots cultural projects, late-night trading zones, and inclusive market experiences are reshaping Sydney’s urban life and driving economic recovery post-COVID.

Among the featured participants were representatives from multicultural communities, tech startups, and creative industries. Special attention was given to how Neon-style night markets—with food, music, family-friendly entertainment, and artisanal vendors—can become catalysts for safe, inclusive, and economically viable public spaces at night.

The seminar also offered practical resources and networking opportunities for business owners looking to tap into evening trade, and encouraged collaboration with local councils and cultural stakeholders to activate underused precincts.

With growing support from the NSW Government, events like this serve as a launching pad for small business owners, market organisers, and creatives aiming to transform their neighbourhoods into vibrant 24-hour destinations.