Busking includes any of the following activities:
- Playing a musical instrument
- Singing
- Giving a recitation
- Performing magic, juggling, music, puppetry or dance
- Drawing a message, picture
- Performing any other form of entertainment on a road or in a public place
Busking at the Dandenong Market is not permitted
Busking is not permitted at the Dandenong Market or around the adjoining streets of the Market.
Is a permit required?
Yes, a permit is required for all forms of busking.
How to apply for a Busking permit
CSO: Advise the customer to complete the online form on our website. There is no paper version,
Go to www.greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au and search Trading in Greater Dandenong. The busking form is on this page.
They will need to upload a certificate of currency of a $5 million public liability insurance cover indemnifying the Council against any possible claims arising from the activity.
After the application is lodged, a member of the Reg Serv Team will contact them.
Busking Permit
Busking permit conditions
The following conditions apply to buskers:
- Must obtain written consent from the proprietor of the business outside which they intend to busk
- Are not to cause annoyance or obstruction to persons or traffic
- Are not to obstruct doorways of other entrances
- Must cease the activity immediately when requested by the business proprietor or an authorised council officer
- Are not to busk in the one location for more than two consecutive days
- Are not to use electronic amplification equipment, unless they hold a permit that states this is allowed
- If holding a busking permit, it must be presented upon request