The City of Kirkland is currently accepting applications for its Tourism Events Grant Event Grant Funding Program.
Donor Name: City of Kirkland
State: Washington
City: Kirkland
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 06/01/2026
Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
The Explore Kirkland Tourism Program grants marketing and operations funds to programs like special events and festivals that demonstrate the ability to attract visitors from over 50 miles away and generate overnight stays. The program supports and promotes events that showcase the city’s best assets while fostering a love of Kirkland, inspiring guests to come back multiple times. This funding seeks to support events that create a safe, inclusive, and welcoming community, and gives serious consideration to programs that are likely to or have proven track records of bringing visitors to the City. The program is funded by the lodging tax collected by Kirkland hotels, motels, and short-term rentals.
These funds are awarded for the marketing or operations of special events and festivals designed to attract tourists to Kirkland. The TDC looks supportively at new events, events that promote diversity and inclusivity, while also giving serious consideration to events with proven track records for bringing visitors to the City.
Funding Information
During that time, over $1.2 million has been granted to tourism events and programs with $60,000 as the proposed annual funding to the program.
Eligibility Criteria
Organization currently holds a valid City of Kirkland Business License.
For more information, visit City of Kirkland.
