2025/26 Incubator Event Stream

The Incubator Event stream of the Regional Event Fund offers seed funding to events in regional NSW to support their first or second year of activity.

The Fund supports innovative events that demonstrate sound organisational planning, have a unique alignment with the character and culture of the local region and which can demonstrate a broad appeal likely to promote tourism and attract overnight visitation to the region.

The Incubator Event stream offers one-off annual grants of up to $20,000 (excl. GST).

An event may apply for any amount up to and including $20,000 but must be able to provide justification for the amount requested within the context of their budget and event plan.

To be eligible for the Incubator Event subcategory, your event must:

  • take place between 1 July 2025 and 30 June 2026
  • be held for the first or second year in the year of funding
  • be held in one of the seven Destination Network regions listed. (Please note: the Local Government Areas of Penrith, Hawkesbury, Blue Mountains and Wollondilly are no longer included in the below Destination Networks)
  • The Organising Body must be a legal entity and not a business name

Applicants are encouraged to thoroughly read the Incubator Event stream Guidelines before beginning their application. 

Applications are now open. Please register and log in to submit your application.

Incubator Event stream application process

  • Terms & ConditionsIt is recommended you thoroughly read the Incubator Event stream Guidelines prior to applying to ensure your event meets the requirements.
  • ApplicationApplications must be submitted through the Destination NSW on-line application platform by Midnight Sunday 6 April 2025. We recommend that you add this page as a favourite for easier future access.
  • NotificationApplicants will be notified in writing of the outcome of the grant application once approval is determined by the Decision-Maker.

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