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FAQ: Santa Paws 2024 at Centennial Parklands

What is the event?
 
Santa Paws is a community event raising funds for Animal Rescue. The animal advocacy festival is taking place on Sunday 17 November 2024 at Federation Valley. All funds raised will go towards support for Animal Rescue. Animal Rescues goal is ensuring every pet gets the chance it deserves to be adopted.
 
Event starts at 9:00am and finishes 4:00pm.
 
Where can I find more information about the event and how to attend?
 
For information about the event and how to attend, please visit the event website here:
https://santapaws.net.au/
 
Which areas of Centennial Parklands are impacted by this event and when?
 
Santa Paws event site will be located at the western side of Federation Valley. During non-event hours the event site will be closed to the public for safety reasons from Friday 15 until Monday 18 November 2024.
 
 
I am not attending the event, will I still be able to access Centennial Parklands on the event day/s?
 
Yes, pedestrian access to Centennial Park will be maintained at all times. All vehicle gates will be open and will close as per normal operations on the day
 
What will the traffic and access impacts be?
 
Centennial Park will remain open for all park visitors. All vehicle gates will remain open as per normal operations. There are no road closures for the event and regular public parking available. Parking may however be limited near Federation Valley.
 
There will be no restrictions to equestrian users related to this event.
 
Cyclists and roller bladers will be able to access all open roads.
 
Will Centennial Homestead be open as usual?
 
Yes, open as per usual.
 
Will the Centennial Park Cycle Hire still be operating?
 
Yes, open as usual.
 
Will there be any sound impacts related to this event?
 
There will be local sound only. We are committed to complying with all legislation and guidelines covering amplified sound levels at outdoor events. The Centennial Park and Moore Park Trust Noise Management Plan is available on our website: https://www.centennialparklands.com.au/about-us/centennial-park-moore-park-trust/noise-management-plan
 
How can I find out more information on scheduled events in Centennial Parklands?
 
We provide information via our website, eNewsletters, Facebook, Twitter, What’s On brochure, local publications and/or (at times) via letterbox drop. You can sign up to our eNewsletter or join our online community via Facebook and Twitter to ensure you are informed.
 
What other events are scheduled to take place in Centennial Parklands?
 
Visit our What’s On web page to see what other events are happening in Centennial Parklands. https://www.centennialparklands.com.au/whatson
 
How do I find out about holding an event in Centennial Parklands?
 
Centennial Parklands has a range of venues for hire to suit a variety of different events.  Please visit our venue hire web page to learn more. https://www.centennialparklands.com.au/venue-hire