Key information
- Status: Not open for application
- Grant amount: $333,333
Program objective
The Open Streets Program: Foundation Events 2026–27 (the Program) aims and objectives are to:
- Ground Foundation Events in the local experience to enhance NSW’s status as a world-class event destination that celebrates and grows community identity and sense of place
- Expand the benefits obtained from the Foundation Events by activating the surrounding precinct with free street-based events
- Encourage a larger and more diverse community to participate in and safely engage with Foundation Events
- Support mode shift to public and/or active transport and e-micromobility options for attendees
- Support cultural industries and drive economic growth with more sustainable ongoing delivery of street-based events.
This program is administered by Cities and Active Transport.
Grant recipients
Recipients for this program were selected to meet the program objectives.
Eligible recipients were invited to participate and were required to meet the objectives.
What was approved
Approved for AUSTRALIAN RUGBY LEAGUE COMMISSION LIMITED
The Rugby League Festival will transform a temporarily closed section of Driver Avenue into a free, five-hour public celebration following the 2026 NRL and NRLW Grand Finals. The activation will be anchored by the Premiership-winning teams, trophies and public champions moments, while Rugby League World Cup nation areas, cultural programming, food, music and interactive activities will extend the celebration into the international rugby league season. The event will be designed as a connected “village” rather than a series of isolated attractions. A central Champions Hub will provide the main stage, trophy presentation and public photo experience. Along the street, nation and activity zones will encourage visitors to move through the full footprint, participate in different experiences and spend time in the precinct. A wheelchair rugby league “come-try” activation will also be delivered using interlocking modular sports tiles.
$333,333 was approved by
The Minister for TransportDate approved
December 2025Location of the project
Moore Park 2021Location of the recipient
Moore Park 2021About the grant
Applications approved
12
Applications received
12
Open Streets Program Foundation Events 2026-27
Program term
30/06/2027What was approved
Approved for Biennale of Sydney Ltd
On 12 June 2026, the Biennale of Sydney will present a free street party centred around White Bay Power Station as our official closing event for the 25th Biennale of Sydney. The party will result in a partial closure of Robert Street, Rozelle for performances and food markets.
$333,333 was approved by
The Minister for TransportDate approved
December 2025Location of the project
Rozelle 2039Location of the recipient
The Rocks 2000About the grant
Applications approved
12
Applications received
12
Open Streets Program Foundation Events 2026-27
Program term
30/06/2027What was approved
Approved for Bluesfest Byron Bay Pty Ltd
A two-day street activation in Brunswick Heads featuring live music, busking performances, food stalls, and family-friendly activities. The event will create a vibrant pedestrian zone, support local businesses, and celebrate Northern Rivers culture while amplifying the benefits of Bluesfest for the wider community.
$333,333 was approved by
The Minister for TransportDate approved
December 2025Location of the project
Brunswick Heads 2483Location of the recipient
Tyagarah 2481About the grant
Applications approved
12
Applications received
12
Open Streets Program Foundation Events 2026-27
Program term
30/06/2027What was approved
Approved for Deni Play On The Plains Festival Ltd
Delivery of free, family-friendly activations related to the Deni Ute Muster across Deniliquin’s CBD in the week leading up to the Muster. Locals, visitors, and businesses will benefit through extended visitation, increased spending, cultural performances, and community pride, connecting the town and event through vibrant street celebrations.
$333,333 was approved by
The Minister for TransportDate approved
December 2025Location of the project
Deniliquin 2710Location of the recipient
Deniliquin 2710About the grant
Applications approved
12
Applications received
12
Open Streets Program Foundation Events 2026-27
Program term
30/06/2027What was approved
Approved for Outback Music Festival Group Pty Ltd
An open street festival along the main street in Broken Hill (Argent St) incorporating building lighting, night light show, drone show, live music, DJ, street performers, street food and extended trading hours for businesses in the area, with free shuttlebus services from areas throughout Broken Hill including Broken Hill Racecourse.
$333,333 was approved by
The Minister for TransportDate approved
December 2025Location of the project
Broken Hill 2880Location of the recipient
Brookvale 2100About the grant
Applications approved
12
Applications received
12
Open Streets Program Foundation Events 2026-27
Program term
30/01/2027