Event Assistance Program
Events play an important role in our Region, providing a diverse range of vibrant experiences and delivering social, cultural and economic benefits to the local community.
Dubbo Regional Council is committed to supporting the development, growth and sustainability of local events.
The Community Events Fund and Destination Events Fund channels are currently closed.
For information regarding guidelines and terms and conditions please refer to Event Assistance Program Guidelines (PDF 279KB)
For tips on ensuring your Acquittal meets necessary standards, see our Acquittal Fact Sheet (PDF 180.1KB)
COMMUNITY EVENTS FUND
SUPPORTING LOCAL EVENTS THAT DELIVER SOCIAL AND CULTURAL BENEFITS
Open:
July 2024
Close:
September 2024
Aim:
Support locally organised events that create social connections and improve the liveability and wellbeing of our residents.
When can I apply?
Round 1 will open in July 2024 for events held prior to 30 June 2025.
Round 2 will open subject to availability of funds. Round 2 may not be available if all funding is exhausted under Round 1 applications.
How much can I apply for and what can the funds be used for?
Events can apply for up to $3,000 to help meet the following costs:
- assist with hire charges of Council venues or any other Council fee or charge associated with the event;
- event marketing (activity to build awareness of the event with aim to drive attendance)
- engagement of artists, performers, musicians or other creative workers
- event production (e.g. audio hire) and event infrastructure (e.g. staging)
Events successful under the 2023/2024 Community Events Fund
- Stuart Town Multicultural Festival 2023
- Under Western Skies 2023
- Global Fusion
- Stuart Town Christmas Tree
- Carols by Candlelight
- Wellington Rotary Vintage Fair
- ORISCON Harmony Week Gala Nite 2024
- Man From Ironbark Festival
- 148th Annual Wellington Show
DESTINATION EVENTS FUND
SUPPORTING EVENTS THAT HELP ELEVATE THE DUBBO REGION AS A DESTINATION FOR EVENTS AND ASSIST IN DRIVING TOURISM AND ECONOMIC BENEFITS
Open:
July 2024
Close:
September 2024
Aim:
To support events delivering significant economic benefits.
When can I apply?
Applications will open in July 2024 for events held 1 January 2025 to 31 December 2025.
How much can I apply for and what can the funds be used for?
Events can apply for up to $10,000 to help meet the following costs:
- assist with hire charges of Council venues or any other Council fee or charge associated with the event;
- event marketing (activity to build awareness of the event with aim to drive attendance)
- engagement of artists, performers, musicians or other creative workers
- event production (e.g. audio hire) and event infrastructure (e.g. staging)
Events successful under the Destination Events Fund 2024
- The Great Australian Stone Festival
- Burrendong Easter Fishing Classic
- Stock Route Music Festival
- Dubbo Eisteddfod 2024
- Dubbo Winter Whisky Festival
- Dubbo MotorFest
- Cross Cultural Carnivale
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Events Unit
Regional Events Branch
Dubbo Regional Council | 6801 4000 | regionalevents@dubbo.nsw.gov.au
Last Edited: 08 Mar 2024