Destination Event Funding Program Round 2

Published on 26 February 2025

Kiama Council is investing more than $55,000 in local events through Round 2 of the Destination Event Funding Program.

The Destination Events Funding Program invests $130,000 each year, over two rounds, supporting a diverse range of events that bring significant cultural, economic, and social benefits to our community, including contributing our vibrant tourism and visitor economy.

"Destination Kiama is proud to have supported 10 more events through Round 2 of our funding program, bringing the total investment to $130,000," said Destination Kiama Chair Councillor Matt Brown.

"It's particularly exciting to be supporting some vibrant new cultural events such as The Orry Kelly Gala and the Spanish and Latin American Fiesta," Cr Brown said.

Mark Emerton, CEO of Elite Energy, highlighted the long-standing partnership between Kiama Council and local event organisers: “Elite Energy has partnered with Kiama Council and Tourism for over 12 years across many styles of events. During this time, we have had a fantastic relationship and support, all with a happy, positive, and helpful vibe."

"Both Council and Elite Energy strive to build visitation and work with the local businesses and community to grow lasting exposure and visitation to this inviting, exciting, vibrant seaside town,” Mr Emerton said.

The Round 2 recipients include:

•           Kiama Beach Tag (Kendalls Beach) - Saturday 1 March ($8,000)

•           THAT. SKATE PARK (DJ, event Kiama Skate Park) - October ($5,000)

•           Kiama Triathlon (Minnamurra) - 10 May ($10,000)

•           Distilled (The Coop Gerringong) - 8 to 9 June ($5,220)

•           The Orry Kelly Gala: Dressing Hollywood (Various locations, Kiama) – 25 to 27 July ($6,000)

•           Going to the Southeast Saltwater exhibition (Seven Marks Gallery) - 6 September to 11 October ($4,220)

•           Folk by the Sea 2025 (The Pavilion, Kiama) – 12 to 14 September ($6,000)

•           Spanish & Latin American Outdoor Fiesta (Hindmarsh Park) – 11 October ($10,000)

Further information on our Destination Event Funding Program and recipients:

www.kiama.nsw.gov.au/Services/People-and-community/Grants/Destination-Event-Funding-Program