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SUMMARY:City of Austin Arts Funding Program - Ask Us Anything
DESCRIPTION:Have a question? Ask away! \nPresented by Austin Arts\, Culture\, Music and Entertainment\, this event will include a brief presentation and provide the opportunity to connect directly with ACME Funding Staff and Ask Us Anything about the FY27 Funding Programs. \nACME is proud to announce the FY27 Funding Programs are open through 6:59pm on August 18\, 2026.  More than $23 million will be invested through Elevate\, Thrive\, the Austin Live Music Fund\, and the Heritage Preservation Grant—strengthening Austin’s creative ecosystem in every district. \nWhether you are new to city funding or have never applied for a grant\, this workshop will get you closer to bringing your creative vision to life!
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/city-of-austin-arts-funding-program-ask-us-anything/
LOCATION:University Hills Branch Library\, 4721 Loyola Ln\, Austin\, TX\, 78723\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building,Important City Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T193000
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SUMMARY:Elevate Grant Workshop (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Join Austin Arts\, Culture\, Music\, and Entertainment (ACME) for a workshop session on the FY27 Elevate Grant. This session will provide an overview of the FY27 Elevate Grant guidelines and walk you through the application process. \nWhether you’re an artist\, arts group\, or professional musician\, this is your chance to learn how ACME grant programs can support your work—and how to apply successfully. \nAustin Arts\, Culture\, Music and Entertainment’s Elevate program invests in cultural organizations\, groups\, and individual artists that create vibrant\, publicly accessible artistic experiences. This program sustains and strengthens Austin’s creative ecosystem by supporting the production\, operations\, and administration of culturally rich programming for both residents\, visitors\, and tourists. \nThe FY27 Elevate Grant is accepting applications from July 7 – August 18th\, 2026. There will be $ 11 million available in funding.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/elevate-grant-workshop-in-person/
LOCATION:Radio East\, 3504 Montopolis Dr.\, Austin\, TX\, 78744\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building,Important City Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260713T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260713T153000
DTSTAMP:20260708T172912Z
CREATED:20260708T172912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T172912Z
UID:56521-1783951200-1783956600@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Austin Live Music Fund Workshop (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Join Austin Arts\, Culture\, Music\, and Entertainment (ACME) for a workshop session on the FY27 Austin Live Music Fund. This session will provide an overview of the FY27 Austin Live Music Fund guidelines and walk you through the application process. \nWhether you’re a professional musician\, independent promoter or live music venue\, this is your chance to learn how ACME grant programs can support your work—and how to apply successfully. \nThe FY27 Austin Live Music Fund is accepting applications from July 7 – August 18th\, 2026. There will be $6 million available in funding. The Austin Live Music Fund encourages\, promotes\, improves\, and showcases Austin’s diverse music industry through supporting a wide array of activities marketed to visiting and potential tourists\, including live and online events open to the public; studio\, video\, and merchandise production; promotional tours outside of Austin; broadcasting; and marketing and promotional campaigns.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/austin-live-music-fund-workshop-in-person/
LOCATION:Stubb’s Liberty Lunch\, 800 Red River\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building,Important City Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260630T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260630T120000
DTSTAMP:20260625T174313Z
CREATED:20260625T174313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T174313Z
UID:56445-1782813600-1782820800@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Art in Public Places Open Call: Virtual Open Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Art in Public Places staff is available for Virtual Open Office Hours (VOOH) every Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. throughout the application period to answer questions about the projects\, eligibility requirements\, and application process. \nLearn more about the current open call opportunities here. \nNo appointment necessary. Artists may join at any time during the session for one-on-one assistance and guidance on a first come\, first serve basis. \nVirtual assistance is on Zoom: Office Hours Link
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/art-in-public-places-open-call-virtual-open-office-hours/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building,Important City Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T133000
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DTSTAMP:20260625T173854Z
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UID:56442-1782567000-1782570600@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Montopolis Negro School Rehabilitation: The Montopolis Proud and Alumni Focus Group
DESCRIPTION:As part of the community engagement process for the Historic Montopolis Negro School Vision and Interpretive Plan\, the project team is hosting a focus group session with Montopolis Proud members and former students (alumni) of the Montopolis Negro School. This is one of several focused\, small-group conversations designed to gather detailed input from people with a direct\, personal connection to the school’s history. \nParticipants for this session have been personally invited so that the team can listen closely to their memories\, perspectives\, and priorities for the site’s future. Because this is a focused conversation with a specific group\, structured input will be gathered from invited participants. \nMembers of the public are welcome to attend and observe. This is one of many opportunities to be involved: larger community meetings open to all residents will follow\, where everyone will have the chance to share feedback and help shape the vision for the school. We encourage anyone interested in the project to attend those upcoming meetings\, sign up for updates\, and stay engaged throughout the process. \nTo receive notice of future community meetings and project updates\, email ACME
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/montopolis-negro-school-rehabilitation-the-montopolis-proud-and-alumni-focus-group/
LOCATION:Montopolis Recreation Center\, 1200 Montopolis Dr\, Austin\, TX\, 78741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Important City Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T110000
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UID:55703-1774090800-1774098000@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:In-Person Nexus Grant: Ask Us Anything
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Austin Arts\, Culture\, Music and Entertainment\, this event will include a brief presentation and provide the opportunity to connect directly with AACME Funding Staff and Ask Us Anything about the 2026 Nexus Grant Application. \nLearn more about the Nexus Grant \nAustin Arts\, Culture\, Music and Entertainment (AACME) offers grant funding to support Austin’s artists\, cultural groups\, music\, and heritage tourism. Whether you’re just getting started or have decades of experience\, AACME funding programs support and promote your work. \n\nFiscal Year 2026 AACME Funding Guidelines (English\, PDF) (Español\, PDF)\nTo learn more about requirements for all funding programs\, go to Fiscal Year 2026 AACME Funding Guidelines
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/in-person-nexus-grant-ask-us-anything/
LOCATION:University Hills Branch Library\, 4721 Loyola Ln\, Austin\, TX\, 78723\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building,Important City Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T193000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T190540Z
UID:55576-1773165600-1773171000@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Nexus Grant Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Learn more about the Nexus Grant \nAustin Arts\, Culture\, Music and Entertainment (AACME) offers grant funding to support Austin’s artists\, cultural groups\, music\, and heritage tourism. Whether you’re just getting started or have decades of experience\, AACME funding programs support and promote your work. \n\nFiscal Year 2026 AACME Funding Guidelines (English\, PDF) (Español\, PDF)\nTo learn more about requirements for all funding programs\, go to Fiscal Year 2026 AACME Funding Guidelines
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/virtual-nexus-grant-information-session/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building,Important City Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251117T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251117T123000
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SUMMARY:Austin Arts\, Culture\, Music and Entertainment (AACME) Funding Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn more about FY26 AACME Funding Programs \nJoin the City of Austin’s Arts\, Culture\, Music\, and Entertainment (AACME) for a public workshop on the FY26 grant application cycle. This session will provide an overview of open funding opportunities and walk you through the updated application process. \nWhether you’re an artist\, nonprofit\, venue\, or heritage or historic steward\, this is your chance to learn how AACME grant programs can support your work—and how to apply successfully. \nDate: November 17\, 2025\nTime: 11:00 A.M.-12:30 P.M. Central Time\nLocation: Virtual – Zoom link sent upon registration\nRecording will be posted online for those unable to attend live. \nAgenda: \n\nWelcome & Overview of AACME\n\n\nHow to Apply: Step-by-Step Application Process\n\n\nFY26 Grant Programs\n\n\nCreative Space Assistance Program\n\n\nAustin Live Music Fund\n\n\nHeritage Preservation Grant\n\n\nElevate\n\n\nApplication Assistance Options\n\n\nQ&A and Next Steps
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/austin-arts-culture-music-and-entertainment-aacme-funding-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building,Important City Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T120000
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DTSTAMP:20251112T210902Z
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SUMMARY:Austin Arts\, Culture\, Music\, And Entertainment Funding Programs Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join the City of Austin’s Arts\, Culture\, Music\, and Entertainment (AACME) Department for a workshop session on the FY26 grant application cycle. This session will provide an overview of open funding opportunities and walk you through the updated application process. \nWhether you’re an artist\, nonprofit\, venue\, or heritage or historic steward\, this is your chance to learn how AACME grant programs can support your work—and how to apply successfully. \nAgenda: \n\nWelcome & Overview of AACME\n\n\nHow to Apply: Step-by-Step Application Process\n\n\nFY26 Grant Programs\n\n\nCreative Space Assistance Program\n\n\nAustin Live Music Fund\n\n\nHeritage Preservation Grant\n\n\nElevate\n\n\nApplication Assistance Options\n\n\nQ&A and Next Steps
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/austin-arts-culture-music-and-entertainment-funding-programs-workshop/
LOCATION:Asian American Resource Center\, 8401 Cameron Road\, Austin\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts/Crafts,Important City Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T180000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T164404Z
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SUMMARY:Austin Arts\, Culture\, Music and Entertainment (AACME) Funding Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn more about FY26 AACME Funding Programs \nAustin Arts\, Culture\, Music and Entertainment (AACME) offers grant funding to support Austin’s artists\, cultural groups\, music\, and heritage tourism. Whether you’re just getting started or have decades of experience\, AACME funding programs support and promote your work. \n\nFiscal Year 2026 AACME Funding Guidelines (English\, PDF) (Español\, PDF)\nTo learn more about requirements for all funding programs\, go to Fiscal Year 2026 AACME Funding Guidelines\nTo learn more about specific requirements of a particular program\, click on the program link below\nApplicants may now access the Intake and Eligibility Verification Forms\, the first steps in the application process
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/austin-arts-culture-music-and-entertainment-aacme-funding-workshop/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Important City Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250617T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250617T200000
DTSTAMP:20250604T232913Z
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SUMMARY:The Creative Reset: Listening Session
DESCRIPTION:The Office of Arts\, Culture\, Music & Entertainment was established in February 2025 and is committed to fostering a vibrant\, creative ecosystem that celebrates and supports Austin’s artists\, musicians\, entertainment venues\, and cultural institutions. \nOne of the goals of ACME is to reimagine the structure\, accessibility\, and implementation of Austin’s cultural funding programs. \nTo achieve this goal\, ACME initiated The Creative Reset\, a one-year strategic planning process that includes reviewing years of feedback\, focus groups and a survey. Together\, we hope to gain further insights into what aspects of the programs are working and where there are opportunities for improvement. \nJoin ACME leadership for a discussion to learn about this initiative and other department goals. \nFree and open to the public. No RSVP necessary.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/the-creative-reset-listening-session-2/
LOCATION:City of Austin Permitting and Development Center\, 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive\, Austin\, TX\, 78752\, United States
CATEGORIES:Important City Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250609T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250609T193000
DTSTAMP:20250604T232636Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T232636Z
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SUMMARY:The Creative Reset: Listening Session
DESCRIPTION:The Office of Arts\, Culture\, Music & Entertainment was established in February 2025 and is committed to fostering a vibrant\, creative ecosystem that celebrates and supports Austin’s artists\, musicians\, entertainment venues\, and cultural institutions. \nOne of the goals of ACME is to reimagine the structure\, accessibility\, and implementation of Austin’s cultural funding programs. \nTo achieve this goal\, ACME initiated The Creative Reset\, a one-year strategic planning process that includes reviewing years of feedback\, focus groups and a survey. Together\, we hope to gain further insights into what aspects of the programs are working and where there are opportunities for improvement. \nJoin ACME leadership for a discussion to learn about this initiative and other department goals. \nFree and open to the public. No RSVP necessary.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/the-creative-reset-listening-session/
LOCATION:Carver Branch\, Austin Public Library\, 1161 Angelina Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Important City Meeting
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