Tourism Events and Festivals Fund 2026/27

Ards and North Down Borough Council Tourism Events and Festivals Fund will open on FRIDAY 14th November 2025 at 12noon and close on MONDAY 15th December 2025 at 12noon. 

The aim of the Fund is to provide grant aid for tourism events and festivals which can demonstrate a positive economic impact within Ards and North Down by attracting additional visitors and spend, contributing to a positive image of the Borough among visitors and residents.   

Application must be for an event or festival that must be delivered in the Borough of Ards and North Down, between 1 April 2025 and 31 March 2026. 

The new guidance notes will be available soon and the application form will be available when the funding program opens on the 14th November 2025. 

Please note, all successful applications are subject to budget confirmation. 

Applicants should also refer to the Event Management Toolkit for more information and guidance to assist in organising your event. This includes the Event Management Guide, the Event Management Plan Template, the Risk Assessment Template and the Council Land Request Form. 

Please email tourismgrants@ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk to register or for further information.