People, groups and organisations with ideas for regional arts and cultural projects and events celebrating LGBTIQA+ inclusion are encouraged to apply for this year’s Victoria’s Pride Regional Activation Program.
From November 2026, the program will feature a series of rural and regional activations across the state leading up to the Pride Street Party in February 2027.
Successful applicants will receive up to $10,000 to bring their LGBTIQA+ inclusion projects and events to life.
Applications are open from now until 11.59pm, Monday August 3. To apply or for more information, visit midsumma.org.au/regional-activation.
The Victoria's Pride Regional Activation Program is delivered by Midsumma, Australia’s premier queer arts and cultural organisation, in partnership with the Victorian Government.
The program is part of the Victorian Government’s broader work to drive equality for and with LGBTIQA+ people through its landmark plan, Pride in our future: Victoria's LGBTIQA+ strategy 2022–32.