Thursday 8 October 2026
6.30 pm – 12.00 am
Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges
Fremantle's Biggest Celebration of Business
Every business wants to be there. Every business hopes to hear its name called.
The journey begins with a nomination, continues with a vote and ends on Fremantle's biggest night in business.
The Fremantle Chamber of Commerce Business Awards celebrate the businesses, people and organisations that make Fremantle one of Western Australia's most vibrant and distinctive places to live, work and visit.
From iconic institutions and emerging entrepreneurs to cafés, retailers, creative businesses, community organisations and innovators across our ocean economy, the awards recognise the businesses shaping Fremantle's future.
Last year's gala was the biggest in the awards' history and for 2026, the Chamber is raising the bar once again with an even larger celebration of Fremantle business, where hundreds of business icons will come together for the city's premier black-tie business event.
This event will embrace the theme "So Freo", as a celebration of the city's unmistakable identity. Bold. Creative. Independent. Authentic. From the moment guests arrive, the evening will bring everything locals love about Fremantle to life through an unforgettable event experience, while celebrating the businesses that embody the same spirit every day.
Whether you're nominating a local favourite, voting for a finalist or joining us on gala night, there's a place for everyone to be part of Fremantle's biggest celebration of business.
Tickets are on sale.
Seats and tables are strictly limited and this annual gala sells out.
Don't miss your chance to be part of the night everyone wants to be at.
Celebrate. Connect. Be inspired.
Key Dates
Gala Tickets: On Sale
Nominations OPEN: 12 noon Monday 10 August 2026
Nominations CLOSE: 12 noon Wednesday 9 September 2026
Vote Counting: 10-13 September 2026
Finalist Voting OPENS: 12 noon Monday 14 September 2026
Finalist Voting CLOSES: 12 noon Friday 2 October 2026
Winners Announced @ Gala: Thursday 8 October 2026
Award Categories
Bar
Retail
Accommodation
Business & Professional Service
Business Person of the Year
Cafe or Restaurant
Community Organisation
Creative Industries
Entertainment Venue
Ocean Economy
Property Development
Sustainable Enterprise
Tourist Attraction or Provider
Wellness
Hall of Fame

