Festival and Events Grants Program

Grant Description

The Festival and Events Grants Program 2025–2026, offered by Cardinia Shire Council, provides a total funding pool of $193,162 to support events held between July 2025 and June 2026. The program aims to strengthen the local events calendar, attract new audiences, enhance economic and social impact, and foster inclusion and community participation. Grants range from $1,000 to $80,000 depending on event scale, with funding distributed across three tiers: commercial festivals, community-run events, and civic celebrations.

What It Funds

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Eligibility Criteria

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