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Applications open for Round 2 of the Victorian Government’s Live Music Festivals Fund

This initiative aims to support established festival organisers in boosting popular music events and bringing even more festivals to music fans across the state.

In a time where more and more live music festivals are being cancelled, postponed or shutting down indefinitely, grants like this are a lifeline for the Australian Music Scene.

Important Dates:

• Tuesday 25 February at 10 AM: Applications open for the Live Music Festivals Fund.
• Tuesday 25 March at 2 PM: Applications close.
• Tuesday 4 March (time TBA): An online information session will be held for potential applicants.

Keep up with the latest music news, festivals, interviews and reviews here.

 

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Delivered by Music Victoria on behalf of the Victorian Government, this funding program is designed to provide grants of up to $50,000 to festival organisers with events attracting more than 1,000 attendees. This funding aims to enhance the vibrancy of live music festivals and help them thrive.

In the first round of the fund in 2024, 22 festivals received grants, with nearly two-thirds of those benefiting festivals in regional Victoria, ensuring that communities outside of Melbourne are also supported and celebrated.

Festival organisers looking to take their events to the next level are encouraged to apply for this funding opportunity.

For more information and to apply, visit Music Victoria. 

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