Get Involved

Be part of the Bright Autumn Festival — a platform connecting New Zealand and Southeast Asia through food, culture, and real opportunities.

Join us in creating a vibrant and meaningful experience for the community while building connections that go beyond the festival.

1. Be a Vendor

We welcome vendors who want to showcase products, ideas, and opportunities connected to Southeast Asia and New Zealand.

Whether you are:

  • a Southeast Asian food vendor sharing authentic cuisine

  • a small or home-based business testing your products in the NZ market

  • a Kiwi business exploring Southeast Asia markets — including food, products, services, or export opportunities

This is an opportunity to:

  • Reach a diverse audience interested in Southeast Asia

  • Test your products or ideas in a real market environment

  • Build visibility and grow your customer base

  • Connect with communities, partners, and potential business opportunities

2. Volunteer with Us

Be part of bringing the Bright Autumn Festival to life and contribute to a platform connecting New Zealand and Southeast Asia.

As a volunteer, you will:

  • Meet new people and build meaningful connections

  • Gain hands-on experience in event coordination and community engagement

  • Support a vibrant cultural event that brings people together

  • Be part of creating an environment where ideas, culture, and opportunities connect

Whether you’re a student, a job seeker, or simply someone who enjoys being involved, we welcome your energy and participation.

3. Partner as a Supporting Sponsor

Position your brand at the intersection of New Zealand and Southeast Asia through a vibrant cultural and community platform.

The Bright Autumn Festival brings together a diverse audience of communities, small businesses, and individuals exploring opportunities across NZ and ASEAN.

As a partner or sponsor, you can:

  • Gain brand visibility through event promotion and on-site presence

  • Engage directly with a diverse and growing audience

  • Connect with businesses, communities, and potential partners

  • Support a platform that builds cultural and economic connections