Victoria’s live music scene will get a $10 million boost over four years with the launch of two programs that will support  music festivals and venues while providing more paid gigs for local musicians. The programs, delivered by Music Victoria on behalf of the Victorian Government, will create more paid opportunities for local artists, from those just starting out to established acts, and give Victorian music lovers the chance to see more great local live music. At least 25 per cent of funding in both programs will go to music festivals and live music venues in regional Victoria.

The Live Music Festivals Fund will provide grants of up to $50,000 to established Victorian festival organisers to support them to stage new or existing events.

Live Music Festivals Fund is an initiative of the Victoria Government, made possible by the Community Support Fund and Creative Victoria, delivered by Music Victoria.

For more information, read the FAQs below, or contact festivals@musicvictoria.com.au.

Music Victoria was honoured to be able to deliver the first round of 10,000 Gigs: The Victorian Gig Fund for Creative Victoria. Round two will be delivered by Creative Victoria. Please contact programs@creative.vic.gov.au or visit here for more information. 

Music Victoria is working closely with Creative Victoria and the sector to ensure venue-based live music continues to thrive in Victoria.

For successful Round 1 applicants, you can access the granting portal which houses your submission, agreement and acquittal below.