Shared Island Touring Scheme 2026

🌟 About The Arts Council - Shared Island Touring Scheme

The Shared Island Touring Scheme 2026 is a cultural funding programme designed to support cross-border touring and artistic co-productions across the island of Ireland. This scheme is part of the Shared Island Cultural Cooperation Fund, managed jointly by the Arts Council and the Arts Council of Northern Ireland.

💰 Benefits of the Scheme

• Minimum Grant: €30,000
• Maximum Grant: €100,000

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Eligible Applicants

• Professional practising artists
• Arts organisations
• Arts practitioners

General Eligibility Requirements

• Must be based in either the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland
• Must demonstrate a strong professional track record
• Must have experience in touring or production
• Only one application can be submitted per applicant

Project Requirements

• Must involve at least three venues across the island
• Must demonstrate meaningful cross-border collaboration
• Must begin in 2026

🗓️ Application Date and Process

• Application Deadline: 14 May, 2026
• Interested applicants can visit the official website to apply.

For more details, visit the official Arts Council website.

• Minimum Grant: €30,000
• Maximum Grant: €100,000