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Grants

Council’s Festivals and Activation Framework 2022–2026(PDF, 5MB) outlines four grant streams which provide financial and in-kind support to the community to activate the City’s public spaces and/or further Maribyrnong’s reputation as a nighttime destination of choice.

The four grant streams are as follows:

  • Signature Festivals (Biennial)
  • Place-Based Initiatives (Annual) 
  • Place-Based Initiatives (Quick Response)
  • Night Time Diversification (Quick Response)

Below you will find information about each of the four grant streams.

About Festival and Activation Grants

Find information about Council's Festival and Activation grants.

Signature Festivals (Biennial)

Find information about the Signature Festivals (Biennial) stream for larger scale festivals that attract audiences of 5,000+.

Place-Based Initiatives (Annual) Grants

Find information about the Place-Based Initiatives (Annual) stream for small-medium scale place-based activities that creatively activate public spaces, business precincts and local neighbourhoods.

Place-Based Initiatives (Quick Response)

Find information about the Place-Based Initiatives (Quick Response) stream for small-medium scale place-based activities.

Night Time Diversification (Quick Response)

Find information about the Night Time Diversification (Quick Response) stream designed for activities that will enhance or widen the reach of our City's night-time attractions.

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