A month-long program of opportunities for professional development, networking and knowledge sharing to inspire new, innovative ways of thinking, the Small Business Festival is an occasion to empower and support our diverse small business community.
The Small Business Festival was held in August 2026. The aim is to help you discover new ideas, sharpen your thinking and connect with people who can help your business grow.
Small Business Festival
What is the Small Business Festival?
The Small Business Festival is a month-long program of opportunities for professional development, networking and knowledge sharing. It aims to inspire new, innovative ways of thinking for Mornington Peninsula Businesses.
Featuring:
Inspiring presentations, engaging activities and practical workshops especially designed for small businesses.
Opportunities for networking and connection to learn from others’ experiences.
Encouraging ways to start, run and grow a passion into profit.
Training sessions with experts providing valuable business insights to improve skills and knowledge.
You can get Small Business Festival updates by subscribing to the monthly Mornington Peninsula Business newsletter or following the Mornington Peninsula BusinessFacebook page.
Where do I find a program of events?
You can get Small Business Festival updates by subscribing to the monthly Mornington Peninsula Business newsletter or following the Mornington Peninsula BusinessFacebook page.
How much does it cost to attend?
All of the Small Business Festival events are low-cost or no-cost.
Who can attend the Small Business Festival?
The event program has been designed for business of any size and industry including sole traders and start-ups. While some events are reserved for Mornington Peninsula businesses only, most are open to businesses from any region.
Can my business present at the Small Business Festival?
Presenters for the Small Business Festival are selected through an EOI process. This process will be announced in the lead up to the next festival.
If you are interested in presenting at the next Small Business Festival you will get updates about the EOI process by, subscribing to the monthly Mornington Peninsula Business newsletter and following the Mornington Peninsula BusinessFacebook page.