Festival returns
12 September 2026
Bringing together community, innovators and changemakers creating better ways to keep resources in use and waste out of landfill.
Hosted as part of RESET at Fed Square, the festival showcases practical solutions for reducing waste and rethinking how we make, use and reuse the things in our everyday lives.
2025 celebrated 31 exhibitors, 26 presenters, 16 hands-on workshops, 60 volunteers and 4,000 visits.
One day. One place. Towards a low-waste future.
Become a Partner with us
We are inviting speakers, exhibitors, partners and volunteers to be part of the 2026 festival.
This is a unique opportunity to connect with an engaged audience of sustainability-minded people, community leaders, businesses and policymakers who are actively seeking practical ways to reduce waste and live more sustainably.
In 2026 we’re reimagining the festival with new program elements about some of today’s biggest waste challenges.
Applications open now with more announcements coming soon.
2026 brings deeper conversations creative showcases the future of recycling fashion and textiles food and waste management
Stay connected
Keep an eye on our website and socials for more details coming soon.
To express interest or learn more, please contact: festival@zerowastevictoria.org.au
Together, we can build a future where waste is designed out and resources are valued.
The Zero Waste Festival 2026 is presented in partnership with Fed Square.
