City Events

Events run annually by the City of Albany include:

• Australia Day celebrations and family fun day
• City of Albany and Verve Energy turning on of the Christmas lights
• Christmas Pageant
• New Year fireworks
• US Submariners Memorial Service

For further information on events organised by the City of Albany, please contact the project officer City events by E-mail or telephone (08) 9841 9342.

 There are many other exciting events held all year round. Visit the 'What's On' section at www.amazingalbany.com for further information.

The City also provides financial and practical help to other events important to the community, such as Anzac Day, the Albany Agricultural Show and the Albany Weekender Classic Motor Event. Community and not-for-profit groups can apply for assistance to run their events under the Community Events Financial Assistance Program.

This financial assistance benefits the whole community by promoting tourism development and enhancing social and cultural life. There is one funding round annually, closing at the end of May each year.

Enquiries about financial assistance for community events should be directed to the Manager Economic Development by E-mail or phone (08) 9841 9339.

For a list of approved grants for 2008/09 financial year please click below.