ACT Event Fund
Events play an important role in Canberra's identity as an inclusive, connected and welcoming capital. They bring people together, create opportunities to participate in community life, attract visitors and support local businesses and the visitor economy.
The ACT Event Fund supports the development and delivery of events that create community, cultural and economic benefits for the ACT and Canberra region.
The ACT Event Fund supports events that contribute to:
Community Outcomes
stronger community connection and participation
a vibrant and diverse year-round events calendar
activated local places and communities.
Economic Outcomes
increased visitation and audience participation
local economic activity and business opportunities
Canberra's reputation as a destination and place to connect.
Inclusion and Sustainability Outcomes
inclusive, accessible and culturally safe experiences
meaningful participation from diverse communities and audiences
environmentally sustainable event practices.
Find out more about the ACT Event Fund, including how to apply.
Information on other ACT Government funding opportunities can be found at Funding and support.
2026 Event Fund Grant Recipients
Recipient | Project Purpose | Amount |
Africa2Australia Incorporated | Africa Festival in the Park | $10,000 |
Canberra Skateboarding Association | Belco Bowl Jam | $30,000 |
Elizabeth Lea | BOLD- A Festival of Dance | $10,000 |
Canberra Art Biennial Limited | Canberra Art Biennial | $20,000 |
Spectaplar Enterprises Pty Ltd | Canberra Beer & Cider Festival | $22,500 |
Canberra Comedy Company Pty Ltd | Canberra Comedy Festival | $25,000 |
Canberra Racing Club | Canberra Festival of Speed | $30,000 |
AusTriathlon - ACT Triathlon | Canberra Kids Triathlon | $10,000 |
Fun Canberra | Canberra Moon Festival | $10,000 |
Capital Plein Air Pty Ltd | Capital Plein Air - Outdoor Painting Festival | $10,481 |
Australian Short Film Festivals – Canberra | Canberra Short Film Festival 2026 | $10,000 |
Australian Multicultural Womens Crafting Enterprise Pty Ltd | Crafting Connections: Multicultural Craft & Cuisine Festival | $7,500 |
Red Shed Inc | Golden Oar | $20,000 |
Nick Boutzos Presents Pty Ltd | ICN Australian Titles 2026 | $8,000 |
Lyneham Community Association | Light Up Lyneham | $9,950 |
Ms Anne McGrath | Majura Valley Sunflower Maze | $15,000 |
National Sheep Dog Trial Assoc | National Sheep Dog Trial Championships | $18,000 |
Orienteering ACT (OACT) | Oceania Orienteering Championships and Australian Schools Orienteering Championships 2026 | $7,500 |
Race Hub Australia | Stromlo Running Festival | $8,000 |
2026 National Marathon Championships | Rocky Trail Entertainment Pty Ltd | $5,000 |
Royal National Capital Agricultural Society | Royal Canberra Show | $30,000 |
ACT Scale Modellers' Society Incorporated | ScaleACT26 | $6,550 |
Lakespeare & Co | Shakespeare by the Lakes VII | $12,000 |
Tuggeranong Community Council Inc | SouthFest2026 | $10,000 |
The Dionysus Movement Pty Ltd | Techno Picnic | $9,982 |
Sole Motive Pty Ltd | The Canberra Times Fun Run | $20,000 |
National Folk Festival Ltd | The National Folk Festival | $30,000 |
Viva Italia in Canberra | Viva Italia in Canberra | $5,000 |
Tennis ACT Ltd | Workday Canberra International 2026 and the GLTA Canberra Clay Court Classic | $20,000 |