Event Sponsorship
Image: Junction Arts Festival, 2023, sponsored by the City of Launceston. Photo: Launceston Place Brand.
The purpose of the Event Sponsorship Program is to support events which contribute to Launceston being valued as a stage for outstanding events which positively impact the city's economy, community, and brand.
The City of Launceston's Event Sponsorship funding opportunities for events are currently under review, in accordance with development of the City of Launceston Events Strategy 2030.
The upgraded Events Strategy will provide a framework to guide the allocation of event funding support via the Event Sponsorship Program. Information regarding our Event Sponsorship Program, eligibility requirements (guidelines) and the application process will be published on this page as they become available.
Small Event Sponsorship
This program supports community held events in the City of Launceston municipality where the local community is the main audience.
Applications for sponsorship can be made for up to $5,000 (+GST if applicable).
There are two funding rounds available per financial year:
- Round 1: For events held between 1 August and 31 December
Applications close on 15 March.
- Round 2: For events held between 1 January and 31 July
Applications close on 15 June.
Small Event Sponsorship Guidelines
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Major Event Sponsorship
This program supports major events held in the City of Launceston municipality, where local, intrastate, interstate and potentially international attendees are the main audience. These events will deliver an inclusive experience, encouraging community participation, creativity and will build community spirit, foster pride and a sense of place. They will also deliver tourism and economic returns to the Launceston community, building our profile and reputation as a great place to live, visit and invest.
Applications can be made for funding under one of two sponsorship levels:
Level 1: A major event held in the City of Launceston municipality attracting local and intrastate audiences.
Applications for sponsorship can be made for up to $12,500 (+GST if applicable).
Level 2: A major event held in the City of Launceston municipality attracting larger local intrastate, interstate and/or international audiences.
Applications for sponsorship can be made for up to $20,000 (+GST if applicable).
There are two funding rounds available per financial year:
- Round 1: For events held between 1 August and 31 December
Applications close 15 March.
- Round 2: For events held between 1 January and 31 July
Applications close 15 June.
Major Event Sponsorship Guidelines
Apply Now
Sponsored Events in 2025/26
Small Events
- Thai Association of Tasmania Inc. | Thai Food and Culture Festival 2025
- St. Giles | St Giles Burn
- Lilydale District Progress Association | Lillydale Christmas Carols
- Foxx & Hound | Garden Party
- The ReDress Hub | ReDressed: ReFashion Competition and Show
- Launceston Festival of Dance Inc | Launceston Festival of Dance
- WIFT TASMANIA | WIFT Tasmania Screening
- The Scotsman Music - Ceilidh Connections | Tassie NYE Hogmanay Hootenanny 2025
- Launceston Kart Club | Archerville Classic - State Cup / Black Plate
- Forest Co. | Thrice Cooked Hamm
- St. Cecilia Productions Tasmania Inc. | St Cecilia Performance Challenge
- Cancer Council Tasmania | Launceston Relay For Life
- Launceston Lions Sport Club Inc.| Sri Lankan New Year Festival 2026
- World Street Eats | World Street Eats
- Tasmanian Brick Enthusiasts Inc. | Brixhibition Launceston
- Circlarity | Small Steps with Sustainability
- Community of St Patricks River District (Tas) Inc.| St Patricks River District Day
- Northern Tasmanian Croquet Centre Inc. | Northern Tasmanian Easter Croquet Tournament 2026
- Launceston and Henley Regatta Association | The Launceston and Henley Regatta
- Friends of the Library Launceston Inc. | Live at the Library (LatL)
- South Esk Amateur Swimming Club Inc.| South Esk Swimming Sprint Meet 2026
- Run Launnie | Run Launnie
- Tas Crackers Launceston Community | Cracker Night
- Katie Barron | Wobble
- Launceston Walking Club | Walking Wild Tasmania
Major Events
- Tas Junior Cycling Foundation | Gilmore Cycling Classic
- Trevallyn Bowls & Community Club | City of Launceston Tasmanian International Bowls Classic
- City of Launceston Lions Club | Lion's Club Christmas Parade
- Rotary Club of Central Launceston | Sally's Ride
- Wines - Endeavour Group Limited | Effervescence Tasmania 2025
- Northern Tasmania Development Corporation Ltd | agriCULTURED
- SUSTAIN: The Australian Food Network | Urban Agriculture Forum
- Launceston Ukulele Jamboree | Launceston Ukulele Jamboree
- Fungi The Festival | Fungi the Festival
- Golf Australia | 2026 Men's & Women's Tasmanian Open & Inclusive Championships
- Tasmanian Turf Club Inc. | Ladbrokes Launceston Cup
- Launceston BMX Club Inc. | Tassie Thunder 2026
Special Events
- Badminton Australia | Australian National U15 and U19 Badminton Championships