Applications Now Open for Highland Council's Strategic Events Grant
3rd June 2025
Applications Now Open for Highland Council's Strategic Events Grant.
The Highland Council is pleased to announce the official launch of its new Strategic Events Grant Fund, a £75,000 initiative designed to support the region's dynamic events sector and strengthen the local economy during the quieter shoulder and off-season months.
From today, Monday 2nd June, event organisers across the Highlands can apply for grants ranging from £3,000 to £10,000 to support public events scheduled between September 2025 and March 2026. The fund is part of the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) programme and aims to stimulate tourism, celebrate local culture, and encourage sustainable economic growth.
Councillor Ken Gowans, Chair of the Economy and Infrastructure Committee, said: "We're excited to officially open applications for this important fund. Events are a powerful way to bring communities together, attract visitors, and showcase the unique character of the Highlands. By supporting strategic events during the off-season, we’re helping to extend the tourism calendar and build a more resilient regional economy."
The fund is open to a wide variety of public events, including music, food and drink, cultural, sports, and nature-based festivals. Priority will be given to events that demonstrate strategic value, such as those that encourage overnight stays, promote responsible tourism, and align with national and regional strategies including Scotland the Perfect Stage 2024-2035 and The Highland Council’s Sustainable Tourism Strategy 2024-2030.
Applications are open now and will close at midnight on Monday 30 June 2025. Successful applicants will be notified by mid-July.
For full eligibility criteria and to apply, visit the Council's website - Apply for Event Funding | Organising Events | The Highland Council
https://www.highland.gov.uk/info/1457/tourism_and_visitor_attractions/1156/organising_events/2
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