Other events funding sources

There are a range of funds and grants available to events and the sector. If you find your proposition doesn’t align with either the Major Events Fund or the Creative and Cultural Events Incubator criteria, you might like to check out some of the websites below.

For arts funding information visit the
Creative New Zealand website.(external link)

For Arts and Culture COVID recovery funding visit
Arts and Culture COVID Recovery Programme webpage.(external link)

For more information about Sport NZ and what they invest in, visit the
Sport New Zealand website.(external link)

For international business events funding see the
Tourism New Zealand Conference Assistance Programme.(external link)

For local events visit your
local or district Council website.(external link)

Your regional or national event may also be eligible for funding from the regional economic development agency where the event is held.