Youth Music - NextGen Fund
Applications open!
The Youth Music NextGen Fund offers young creatives grants of up to £3,000 to make their ideas happen.
It's open to 18–25-year-olds (and up to 30-year-olds who identify as d/Deaf, neurodivergent or Disabled) who live in England, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland.
Youth Music want to support the future of the music industries. Singers, Rappers, Songwriters, Producers, DJs, A&Rs, Managers and Agents, right through to roles that have yet to be defined.
Deadline: Next deadline - Friday 25 September 2026
Chapter - Neo Soul Jazz Jams
Calling all musicians, vocalists, producers, and music lovers!
Experience the ultimate Neo Soul Jazz Jam, where creativity and improvisation come alive. Join Chapter, every fourth Sunday of the month for a night of music, connection, and collaboration in the heart of Cardiff.
Whether you're jamming, networking, or soaking up the vibes, this is where Cardiff’s music scene thrives.
Deadline: 26 January 2025 — 23 August 2026
Tape Music & Film - Music Sessions
TAPE Music & Film are based in Colwyn Bay and run a range of music sessions as part of their weekly programme.
Deadline: Regular Sessions
Open Mic - The Globe at Hay
Are you a performer from the Bannau Brycheniog and wondering how to perform in your local area? The Globe at Hay may be you answer with their weekly open mics.
Deadline: Regular Sessions
UPLIFT SINGING SESSION
Weekly community well-being singing sessions based in Brecon.
Deadline: Regular Sessions
ELEV8 Project
ELEV8 is the launchpad for emerging Welsh MOBO artists aged 18-25. Push your sound to the next level, gain industry insights, and join a creative community that supports your journey.
Deadline: Currently Closed
FOCUS Wales 2026 – International Showcase Festival
FOCUS Wales will be back for 2026, taking over Wrexham from 7–9 May with 250+ live performances, a global music industry conference, and a chance for artists to perform in front of international delegates, media, and new audiences. Open to emerging artists of all genres from around the world, this is your chance to join one of the UK’s leading showcase festivals.
Deadline: Currently Closed
Tŷ Cerdd Lottery Funding
Tŷ Cerdd distributes Lottery funds on behalf of Arts Council of Wales, to help organisations develop music-making of all genres in communities around Wales. Apply now for Create, Engage & Inspire strands.
Deadline: Currently Closed - Next applications July 2026
Cronfa Tradd Fund
Cronfa Tradd Fund is a new fund designed to support musicians, organisations, and groups working in and with musical traditions, of any cultural background, to develop their work through meaningful engagement with communities.
Deadline: Currently Closed
Sound & Music - In Motion
In Motion is a new up to 18-month artist-led programme, which will create a space for 10 composers to design and embark on their own creative and professional journey.
Deadline: Currently Closed
Night Out - Performance Opportunities
Night Out works across Wales with community volunteer promoters in village halls, community venues and a few small unfunded theatres.
Deadline: Rolling Deadline