2026-27 Regional Events Scheme - Open for Applications until 19 September

Published on Thursday, 21 August 2025 at 11:16:58 AM

2026-27 Regional Events Scheme - Open for Applications until 19 September


This scheme aims to support the development of events that take place in and drive visitation to regional areas within Western Australia, stimulating your local economy and continuing to raise the profile as well as vibrancy of our beautiful region.

RES supports small and developing events held in regional Western Australia between 1 July 2026 and 30 June 2027, with funding between $5,000 and $40,000 available per event. A total of $1 million in funding is available, including a dedicated $150,000 to support events that showcase and celebrate Aboriginal culture through Aboriginal leadership and participation.

As this is a competitive funding round, applications will close at 5:00pm (AWST) Friday 19 September 2025.  If you have any questions please email: regionalevents@westernaustralia.com.

Apply now and learn more:
https://www.tourism.wa.gov.au/news-and-events/events-hub/event-funding/regional-events-scheme-funding

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