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Nelson City Council Economic Events Fund

MBIE Regional Events Promotion Fund

The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment Regional Events Promotion Fund (REPF) is an annual fund to support the promotion of regional events to the domestic market. The fund aims to encourage regional dispersal and increase visitor spending in the regions, with an additional focus on encouraging seasonal dispersal by promoting events outside of the peak summer season.

This fund is currently closed to applications.

blurry placeholderSpring Challenge, an adrenaline-packed escapade through Tasman.
Spring Challenge, an adrenaline-packed escapade through Tasman.
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Local cider platter at the NZ Cider Festival.

Events supported through this fund

NZ Cider Festival 2024, The Spectacle 2024, Marchfest 2025, The Spectacle 2025, Adam Chamber Music Festival 2026, The Weekender 2026, Marchfest 2026.

Get in touch

For further details, support and advice on funding applications, contact Rebecca.

Image by Nelson Tasman Tourism

Rebecca Leach, Events Lead

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