Funding programs
The Queensland Government is committed to fostering a vibrant arts scene, underpinned by the values of respect, opportunity, and aspiration, where art is celebrated, and every Queenslander is welcomed.
Cultural Tourism Fund
Closing date: Monday 23 February 2026 at 2 pm
Amount: Up to $160,000 (see project page for specific details)
- Round 1 - General: 26/11/2025 - 23/2/2026
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Arts Development Fund
Closing date: Monday 22 December 2025 at 2pm
Amount: Up to $70,000 (see project page for specific details)
- Round 1 - 12/11/2025 - 22/12/2025
Touring Queensland Fund
Closing date: Closed
Amount: Up to $100,000 for a single tour of any length or a program of touring across and up to 12 months.
- Round 1 - Closed
Queensland Arts Project Fund
Closing date: Closed
Amount: Up to $150,000 (see project page for specific details)
- Round 1 - Closed
Regional Community Arts Program
Closing date: Closed
Amount: Up to $50,000 (Core) and up to $20,000 (Project)
- Round 1 - Closed
Funding information
Previous funding
Independent Peer Assessment
Are you thinking of applying or have you recently received funding through Arts Queensland?
View the links for some useful information.
Banner image: The Long Sunset at Canungra, Queensland Music Festival. Credit: Mitch Lowe.