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Queensland Destination Events Program

Queensland Destination Events Program

Funds Queensland events attracting interstate and international visitors to boost regional tourism economy.

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Eligibility · Australia · AU-QLD

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The Queensland Destination Events Program (QDEP), administered by Tourism and Events Queensland (TEQ), funds events across Queensland that demonstrably attract interstate or international visitors and contribute to the state's tourism economy. Round 2 of 2026 opens in August 2026 and closes in October 2026, supporting events scheduled to take place between April 2027 and June 2028. The program ope…

What this grant funds

Events in Queensland with proven or potential interstate/international visitor draw; includes cultural, sporting, and major events.

Key facts
CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Multiple per year
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.31 Oct 2026
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.—
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.75%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—
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Last verified: 29 Jun 2026