Under the Supporting Grassroots Music banner, several independent dance music festivals have been awarded capital grants (announced April 14, 2026 ) for infrastructure upgrades through the Creative Foundations Fund .
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This ongoing programme specifically includes electronic music venues and promoters. The most recent funding round (Round 9) had a deadline of April 23, 2026 , with successful applicants to be announced in June 2026. In December 2025, ACE launched a new Music
In December 2025, ACE launched a new Music Growth Package Advisory Group to shape a three-year investment of up to £30 million . This package is designed to support emerging artists and strengthen the "vibrant music ecosystem," including dance and electronic genres, which are increasingly prioritized in ACE's industrial strategy. In December 2025
While not hosted by ACE itself, several large-scale music and dance events are confirmed for this month: