Tourism businesses — including hotels, restaurants, tour operators and visitor attractions — can access grants to improve facilities, develop new experiences and promote destinations to domestic and international visitors. State tourism bodies offer region-specific programs alongside federal infrastructure and destination development grants.
In South Australia, south australia's business grants are delivered through a focused network of state agencies including green industries sa, the south australian film corporation, primary industries funding through pirsa, and the south australian tourism commission.
Open programs
4 totalThe South Australian Government's Live Music Events Fund supports live music events and festivals with the potential to grow into major tourist attractions. The fund aims to elevate Adelaide's recognition as a UNESCO City of Music, mitigate financial barriers for promoters in the first two years of staging new events, and attract unique music events that generate economic benefit and local jobs.
Events South Australia provides sponsorship to leisure events during the year through the Regional Event Fund. This funding program supports regional events that align with South Australia's event strengths and visitor economy objectives.
The South Australian Government commits up to $550,000 per year to support live music events and festivals with the potential to grow into major tourist attractions. The fund aims to elevate Adelaide's status as a UNESCO City of Music, mitigate financial barriers for new events in their first two years, attract unique music events to SA, and provide industry development pathways.
The Regional Event Fund provides financial support to leisure tourism events across South Australia's regions that strengthen regional pride, deliver meaningful visitor experiences, and contribute to long-term tourism growth. The fund offers two categories: Established Event Funding ($20,000–$50,000 per year) for events with a strong track record, and Development Event Funding ($5,000–$20,000 per year) for new and emerging events with regional potential.
Grant information is sourced from official government websites and updated regularly. Always verify current eligibility and deadlines before applying.