What are Local Community Festival Grants?
Galway City Council supports Community Festivals in local areas to encourage participation in community life.
This grant scheme provides small scale funding to support festivals or events organised and run by local Community groups & residents groups to reconnect the local community & to encourage, support and celebrate participation in communities across Galway City.
Grants will not be awarded for occasional or once-off events such as musical performances, national day celebrations or sport days.
Grants will range from €300 - €2,000.
Successful applicants will be notified in Mid-June after approval at the June Galway City Council meeting. No event/ festival can take place before the middle of June 2025.
How do I apply?
Applications for funding are required to be made via an online application system. Click here
What information do I need to submit with my online application form?
- Event proposal, including details on the festival’s goals, target audience, location, schedule, and expected impact.
- A detailed budget breakdown for the event
- Proof of liability insurance and risk management plan.
- Permits/ Permissions where relevant.
- A summary of past events organised by the applicant (if applicable).
- Images of previous events organised by the applicant (if applicable).
Important Dates
- Online Application Opening: [Monday 28 April 2025 9 am]
- Online Application Deadline: [Monday 12 May 2025 12 pm]
- Notification of Outcome: [Mid June 2025 ]
- Event Implementation Period: [Mid June – 30 November 2025]
For more information, please refer to the attached Scheme Guidelines below:
For any queries in relation to this funding scheme please contact candc@galwaycity.ie