HOST GRASSROOTS EVENTS
AT FORTRESS
HOST GRASSROOTS EVENTS
AT FORTRESS
EMPOWERING AUSTRALIAN GAMING COMMUNITIES
EMPOWERING AUSTRALIAN GAMING COMMUNITIES
EMPOWERING AUSTRALIAN GAMING COMMUNITIES
Board games, esports, LANs, meetups, cosplay - whatever your games culture community - we want to help.
This initiative aims to support groups or organisers who build community-focused events. It is not for groups that are commercial or have major sponsorship behind them.
Board games, esports, LANs, meetups, cosplay - whatever your games culture community - we want to help.
This initiative aims to support groups or organisers who build community-focused events. It is not for groups that are commercial or have major sponsorship behind them.
Board games, esports, LANs, meetups, cosplay - whatever your games culture community - we want to help.
This initiative aims to support groups or organisers who build community-focused events. It is not for groups that are commercial or have major sponsorship behind them.
Are you a community of 50 or more registered members/regulars?
Are you a non profit or investing your profits back in to your community?
Are you a charity?
If your community qualifies, you might be eligible for benefits such as; reduced or waived venue hire, support from Fortress in the successful execution of your event, and a new home!
If your community qualifies, you might be eligible for benefits such as; reduced or waived venue hire, support from Fortress in the successful execution of your event, and a new home!
If your community qualifies, you might be eligible for benefits such as; reduced or waived venue hire, support from Fortress in the successful execution of your event, and a new home!
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ARE YOU HERE TO PLAY OR HOST?
This page is ideal for communities looking to host their own events! If you're an individual player looking to participate in a tournament, we have plenty of options for you to compete in your favourite games.
This page is ideal for communities looking to host their own events! If you're an individual player looking to participate in a tournament, we have plenty of options for you to compete in your favourite games.
PLAY GRASSROOTS
YOUR NEW HOME AT FORTRESS
At Fortress Melbourne and Sydney our mission is to support and collaborate with groups and organizers who are at the heart of building community-focused gaming events.
The grassroots initiative is specifically tailored for those who operate outside the commercial mainstream, away from the realm of significant sponsorships, and is designed to bolster grassroots and community events across Australia.
state-of-the-art facilities
We understand the importance of a welcoming and supportive environment for community groups. That's why we're committed to offering our state-of-the-art, purpose-built esports facilities as a new home for your communities.
At Fortress, we believe in providing a space where every member feels valued, supported, and part of a larger family of gamers and enthusiasts.
commercial organisation
We of course welcome commercial groups too and if you are a commercial organization or have major sponsorship behind you our grassroots initiative might not be for you, however we would still love to talk to you so please instead contact us directly to organize an event.
YOUR NEW HOME AT FORTRESS
At Fortress Melbourne and Sydney our mission is to support and collaborate with groups and organizers who are at the heart of building community-focused gaming events.
The grassroots initiative is specifically tailored for those who operate outside the commercial mainstream, away from the realm of significant sponsorships, and is designed to bolster grassroots and community events across Australia.
state-of-the-art facilities
We understand the importance of a welcoming and supportive environment for community groups. That's why we're committed to offering our state-of-the-art, purpose-built esports facilities as a new home for your communities.
At Fortress, we believe in providing a space where every member feels valued, supported, and part of a larger family of gamers and enthusiasts.
commercial organisation
We of course welcome commercial groups too and if you are a commercial organization or have major sponsorship behind you our grassroots initiative might not be for you, however we would still love to talk to you so please instead contact us directly to organize an event.
GUIDELINES
GUIDELINES
Please read through the following guidelines related to the grassroots initiative and then submit your application at the link below. We look forward to welcoming your community to Fortress - the home of games!
All events and/or series/seasons of events are on a case-by-case basis and will be judged according to the below criteria. Fortress reserves the right to deny any application to this initiative, regardless of qualification based on the below criteria. Equally though, not meeting one (or multiple) of these criteria does not necessarily mean instant denial!
1. Event or events?
1. Event or events?
2. Time of the year
2. Time of the year
3. Scheduling conflicts
3. Scheduling conflicts
4. What we do for you
4. What we do for you
5. Venue spaces and tech equipment available
5. Venue spaces and tech equipment available
6. Do you need more?
6. Do you need more?
7. Entry fees, competitions, and prizes
7. Entry fees, competitions, and prizes
8. Publisher/developer guidelines & rules
8. Publisher/developer guidelines & rules
9. Expectations for personal conduct
9. Expectations for personal conduct
10. Supported by Fortress
10. Supported by Fortress
11. Content
11. Content
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YOUR NEW HOME
YOUR NEW HOME
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YOUR NEW HOME
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If you're not sure if you meet all of the criteria, please reach out either way. More than likely we'll be able to bring your idea to life.
FAQ
FAQ
Who can apply for the grassroots initiative?
Who can apply for the grassroots initiative?
Who can apply for the grassroots initiative?
What support will Fortress offer up?
What support will Fortress offer up?
What support will Fortress offer up?
What dates can I plan my event for?
What dates can I plan my event for?
What dates can I plan my event for?
What are the venue spaces & tech equipment available to use?
What are the venue spaces & tech equipment available to use?
What are the venue spaces & tech equipment available to use?
We might need more complex tech equipment. What else is available?
We might need more complex tech equipment. What else is available?
We might need more complex tech equipment. What else is available?
We’ve organised a grassroots initiative event with Fortress in the past. Do we need to apply again?
We’ve organised a grassroots initiative event with Fortress in the past. Do we need to apply again?
We’ve organised a grassroots initiative event with Fortress in the past. Do we need to apply again?
There’s a particular game we’d like to play at our event. Will this be okay?
There’s a particular game we’d like to play at our event. Will this be okay?
There’s a particular game we’d like to play at our event. Will this be okay?
Our enquiry has been sent through! Now what do we do?
Our enquiry has been sent through! Now what do we do?
Our enquiry has been sent through! Now what do we do?
Fortress creates welcoming spaces where everyone belongs. We strive to make our venues accessible and respectful of diverse needs and identities, with zero tolerance for harassment or unsafe behaviour.
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Copyright © 2025 Fortress Games. All Rights Reserved
Fortress creates welcoming spaces where everyone belongs. We strive to make our venues accessible and respectful of diverse needs and identities, with zero tolerance for harassment or unsafe behaviour.
CLAIM YOUR FREE GIFT
Join the Fortress fun… sign-up for updates on our events, exclusive offers, and maybe even a rare loot drop!
Copyright © 2025 Fortress Games. All Rights Reserved
Fortress creates welcoming spaces where everyone belongs. We strive to make our venues accessible and respectful of diverse needs and identities, with zero tolerance for harassment or unsafe behaviour.
CLAIM YOUR FREE GIFT
Join the Fortress fun… sign-up for updates on our events, exclusive offers, and maybe even a rare loot drop!
Copyright © 2025 Fortress Games.
All Rights Reserved
Fortress creates welcoming spaces where everyone belongs. We strive to make our venues accessible and respectful of diverse needs and identities, with zero tolerance for harassment or unsafe behaviour.
CLAIM YOUR FREE GIFT
Join the Fortress fun… sign-up for updates on our events, exclusive offers, and maybe even a rare loot drop!
Copyright © 2025 Fortress Games. All Rights Reserved