IMPORTANT: Please read information below to assist you in completing your application online.
The Manly Arts Festival is a community-based annual Festival which provides a unique opportunity to bring artists and the community together to increase the awareness and appreciation for the achievements, dedication and innovation of the Northern Beaches creative community. The Festival is coordinated by Rachel Carroll and the Manly Art Gallery & Museum and they will select those proposed events which are suitable for inclusion in the program. It is the responsibility of the Event Participant to do the publicity for its Event, carry public liability insurance and provide the correct information for publication.
Venue Bookings
It is your responsibility to organise the venue/location for your event and supply confirmation of this. If your event is outdoors, approval must be sought from Northern Beaches Council's Events department.
Before starting an application please contact Rachel Carroll at Manly Art Gallery & Museum to discuss your proposal via email or phone 0466 486 352.
Event applications close 5pm Monday 29 May 2017. Application will be notified of inclusion.
Welcome to the Northern Beaches Council online grant application service, powered by SmartyGrants.
You may begin anywhere in this application form. Please ensure you save as you go.
For queries about deadlines, or questions in the form, please contact us on 0466 486 352 during business hours or email rachel.carroll@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au and quote your application number.
If you need more help using this form, download the Help Guide for Applicants or check out Applicant Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
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