Major and Special Events - Grant Round - 2026/2027

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Surf Coast Shire Council's Major and Special Events Grant Round

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Introduction

Thank you for your interest in Surf Coast Shire Council's Major and Special Event Grants. There are two streams of funding available within this round:

Tourism Event Grants
Open 1–31 March 2026 
Funding: $2,000–$10,000

Boutique Creative/Special Focus
Open 1–31 March 2026
Funding: $500–$7,500

For both streams applicants must demonstrate a minimum 50% financial contribution and meet Access & Inclusion and Environmental Sustainability requirements.

If you need an interpreter, please call the Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS National) on 131 450 and ask them to telephone the Surf Coast Shire on 03 5261 0600. Our business hours are 8.30 am-5.00 pm

Online applications will close on 31 March 2026 at 11:59 pm. Incomplete applications and/or applications received after this closing date will not be considered.

Eligibility - Before you commence your application

Important, please confirm before proceeding:

1.  Read the guidelines and check your eligibility.

2.  Call our Grants team on 5261 0600 to discuss your idea and ask any questions.  

By submitting this application, you confirm that you understand the eligibility criteria in the Major and Special Event Grant Guidelines

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Event Stream

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Multi-year funding
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