ACT Event Fund 2027
The ACT Government is inviting applications to the ACT Event Fund 2027.
The ACT Event Fund 2027 applications are now open until 11:59pm Wednesday, 19 August 2026.
Support under the ACT Event Fund 2027 incorporates two (2) funding categories, Community Event Funding and Event Development Funding.
Community Event Funding - provides grants of up to $10,000 (plus GST) to help organisers deliver and improve events that encourage local participation and community connection.
Event Development Funding - provides grants of up to $30,000 (plus GST) to help organisers grow and enhance events with strong potential to expand their reach and impact.
Events applying for funding in either category must take place during 2027. Funding is available for one year only.
Please submit your application by the deadline. Late applications will not be accepted, and extensions to the submission deadline will not be provided.
Funding Guidelines and Useful Information
Before you start your application, please read the ACT Event Fund 2027 Guidelines for Applicants (.PDF).
The guidelines outline eligibility requirements, funding conditions, assessment criteria, and key information for both funding categories.
We also recommend reading the ACT Event Fund 2027 Handy Hints (.PDF) for practical tips to support your application and event planning.
Application Form
Application forms are available for each funding category. However, you may submit only one application to the ACT Event Fund 2027 funding round. Applications to both categories will not be accepted.
ACT Event Fund 2027 – Community Event Funding, to access the online application form, click here.
ACT Event Fund 2027 – Event Development Funding, to access the online application form, click here.
Public Information Session
A public information session that covers the ACT Event Fund application process and key considerations for potential applicants will be held online via Webex on Tuesday, 28 July 2026 at 12:30pm.
For those that are unable to attend at this time, the session will also be recorded and uploaded to this website.
To attend the session, please register here to receive the link.
Contact Us
Event Development, Events ACT
Phone: (02) 6205 4324
Email: [email protected]
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