Contemporary Music Touring Program
Applications close 13 October, 2026
The Contemporary Music Touring Program (CMTP) supports national touring activity undertaken by Australian musicians performing original Australian contemporary music.
The tour must comprise of performances in at least three venues or locations outside of the performer’s hometown. Tours that include regional and remote destinations, or which assist performers residing in regional and remote areas to tour, are a priority for funding.
Grants are available from $5,000 to $50,000, depending on the number of tour venues or locations in regional or remote areas.
Applications close: Tuesday 13 October 2026 at 3pm AEDT
Notification date: Late December 2026
Supported activity: From 1 January 2027