Supporting local music events that build new audiences and encourage the participation of young people.
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Applications close on 12 February 2026 at 2:00 pm AEDT
Administered by Sound NSW, Local Audience Development Grants - Live Music Events and All Ages Programming supports contemporary music events and festivals to deliver new programming and activities that build audiences, promote NSW music, support local music collaboration and provide opportunities for community connection through music.
Funding of up to $100,000 is available and can support, but is not limited to, activities such as:
all ages music event activity that supports early career artists and industry professionals to establish and grow new music scenes or communities
local music events that connect local artists with local business and venues to build local audiences
festivals based in regional NSW and Western Sydney programming local artists and collaborating with local business and venues.
Everything you need to know about grant requirements and eligibility is here.
Applications must be submitted submitted via SmartyGrants by Thursday 12 February 2026 at 2:00 pm AEDT.
Please contact:
Peter Keogh, Manager, Music Investment and Partnerships, Sound NSW
Email: info@sound.nsw.gov.au
Phone: (02) 9228 5368
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