10,000 Gigs: The Victorian Gig Fund provides grants to live music venues to help them stage more paid performances by Victorian artists.

The 2026 program will be delivered through a new partnership between Creative Victoria and Music Victoria, drawing on the peak body’s music industry expertise and networks.

What funding is available?

$5,500 (excl. GST) to present 10 gigs, or $11,000 (excl. GST) to present 20 gigs.

Who can apply?
  • Licensed Live Music Venues (State-wide) whose primary business model is presenting live music with a capacity between 50-1,200 people
  • Local Venues (Outer-metro and Regional Victoria only) with a capacity less than 1,200 people. (e.g. record stores, bookstores, community centres, town halls, hospitality venues or presenter or promoter collaborating with a local venue).
Key dates
  • Applications open Wednesday 12 August
  • An information session will be held for those interested in applying - for details visit musicvictoria.com.au
  • Applications close 2pm Wednesday 2 September.
How to apply

For further information, including guidelines and how to apply, visit musicvictoria.com.au

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