Major Event Attraction Grant - 2026/27

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Pre-Submission Details

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BEFORE YOU START

  • Events must be held during the 2027 calendar year, with all eligible expenses incurred only after funding approval has been granted and the funding agreement has been signed and returned.
  • If you have an overdue grant acquittal report, these must be completed for your application to be eligible.
  • Ensure you have completed documents for uploading as part of the grant application process:
    • Proof of public liability insurance (minimum of $20 million).
    • Site plan.
    • Consent by the landowner to host the event (must have development approval to host events – please check with the landowner the maximum attendees they have approved) or approval via a permit to use council land.
    • Marketing plan. (template available)
    • Event management plan. (template available)
    • Risk management plan. (template available)
    • Waste management plan. (template available)
    • Event budget (note minimum 50% applicant contribution towards the total cost of the event is required) - (template available)
    • Quotes for all expenses the grant funding will be used for items over $500
  • Only persons 18 years of age or over can declare this application.

ABOUT THE GRANT

The Destination Activation Grant supports tourism growth through iconic and major festivals and events, primarily targeting winter or off-peak periods and the night-time economy to drive overnight stays in commercial accommodation. These events will enable destination McLaren Vale and Fleurieu Coast to be showcased, strongly aligning with our destination strengths, and boost the profile of the destination and broader Fleurieu Peninsula region.

Events applying for this grant category should be larger in scale, attracting approximately 2,500 plus people with an emphasis on attracting visitors from outside of the region. The event will be able to generate good local and state-based media coverage and can attract national media attention.

The City of Onkaparinga’s official tourism brand, McLaren Vale and Fleurieu Coast underpins this grant program. Funding is designed to drive visitor and economic outcomes by leveraging the brand and promotion of the destinations unique strengths in ways that align with its positioning.

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Before you start

1. Have you read the Destination Activation Grant guidelines? * Required

This section is not applicable because of your response to question: "1. Have you read the Destination Activation Grant guidelines?" on page 1

We recommend you stop here and save your application and read the guidelines and information to support an application on our website.

2. Does your event take place in 2027? * Required

Application Ineligible (Not Applicable)

This section is not applicable because of your response to question: "2. Does your event take place in 2027?" on page 1

Unfortunately your application is not eligible, all events must occur in the 2027 calendar year.

3. As part of our commitment to continuous improvement, would you be willing to provide feedback on the grant application process? * Required
4. Have you spoken with the Senior Tourism Advisor, Viv Collins (event stream grant contact), to discuss your proposed event? * Required

Contact us (Not Applicable)

This section is not applicable because of your response to question: "4. Have you spoken with the Senior Tourism Advisor, Viv Collins (event stream grant contact), to discuss your proposed event?" on page 1

We recommend you stop here, save your application and contact Viv Collins on (08) 8301 7371 or email tourism@onkaparinga.sa.gov.au to discuss your proposed event. Evidence has proven that contacting council discussing your proposed event, increases your chance of achieving success.

This section is not applicable because of your response to question: "4. Have you spoken with the Senior Tourism Advisor, Viv Collins (event stream grant contact), to discuss your proposed event?" on page 1

Must be a date. 
5. Does your event occur in the next 5 months? * Required

Application ineligble due lead in time (Not Applicable)

This section is not applicable because of your response to question: "5. Does your event occur in the next 5 months?" on page 1

Unfortunately your application is not eligible, all events must provide a minimum lead time of 5 months. If your event occurs annually, you could consider applying next year.

6. Will your event take place within the City of Onkaparinga local government boundary? * Required

Application ineligble due to location (Not Applicable)

This section is not applicable because of your response to question: "6. Will your event take place within the City of Onkaparinga local government boundary?" on page 1

Unfortunately your application is not eligible, all events must occur within the City of Onkaparinga.

7. Are you a business, sole trader, individual (including artists), not-for-profit organisation, business and tourism association or volunteer-run community group? * Required
Response required.

This section is not applicable because of your response to question: "7.1 Please select from list" on page 1

Application may be ineligible (Not Applicable)

This section is not applicable because of your response to question: "7. Are you a business, sole trader, individual (including artists), not-for-profit organisation, business and tourism association or volunteer-run community group?" on page 1

Unfortunately your application may not be eligible. We recommend you stop here, save your application and contact Viv Collins on (08) 8301 7371 or email tourism@onkaparinga.sa.gov.au to further discuss

Will your event attract over 2,500 people approximately? * Required

This section is not applicable because of your response to question: "Will your event attract over 2,500 people approximately?" on page 1

Unfortunately your application may not be eligible. We recommend you stop here, save your application and contact Viv Collins on (08) 8301 7371 or email tourism@onkaparinga.sa.gov.au to discuss your proposed event.

9. Do you achieve a minimum of 50% contribution towards the total event cost? * Required
This may comprise of cash, ticket sales, sponsorships or in-kind support (e.g. materials).

Application Ineligible (Not Applicable)

This section is not applicable because of your response to question: "9. Do you achieve a minimum of 50% contribution towards the total event cost?" on page 1

Unfortunately your application is not eligible, please refer to the grant guidelines. All events must contribute a minimum of 50% contribution towards the cost of the event.

10. Does your event have (or able to secure) $20 million public liability insurance? * Required
Public Liability Insurance isn't a requirement in the application stage, but if you are successful with obtaining grant funding, a certificate of currency must be provided prior to any grant funding being paid.

Application Ineligible (Not Applicable)

This section is not applicable because of your response to question: "10. Does your event have (or able to secure) $20 million public liability insurance?" on page 1

Unfortunately your application is not eligible, please refer to the grant guidelines.