Whether you're building a bid, evaluating venues, or preparing to welcome athletes and spectators, our team can help connect you with the people, places, and resources you need.
Bid & Planning Support
Connect with us early in the process. Depending on your event and its needs, Tourism Kelowna can assist with:
- Bid development and design
- Grant writing and funding application support
- Venue and accommodation selection
- Venue and destination site visits
- Connections with local sport organizations
- Liaising with provincial and national sport organizations
- Identifying local resources, suppliers, and service providers
- Connecting organizers with contacts for transportation and parking, equipment rentals, insurance, traffic management, first aid, safety and security, and other event requirements
Our established relationships across the destination can also help connect your organizing team with local businesses and community partners as plans take shape.
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Event-Time Support
Once your event is confirmed, Tourism Kelowna can help create a welcoming experience for athletes, officials, performers, spectators, and other attendees.
Depending on the event, support may include:
- Welcome stations at Kelowna International Airport for VIP athletes or guests
- Mobile visitor servicing during registration or at event sites
- Seasonal visitor information and recommendations
- Connections with local tourism businesses
- Assistance sourcing locally inspired souvenirs or gifts
- Sharing relevant event information and opportunities with Kelowna's tourism industry
These services help connect your event with the broader destination and give attendees more ways to experience Kelowna beyond the competition or event itself.
Local Connections That Help Events Come Together
No two events have the same needs. Tourism Kelowna can help organizers navigate the destination and connect with the right organizations, businesses, and service providers throughout the planning process.
From local clubs and venue operators to accommodation partners and tourism businesses, those connections can help make planning more efficient and create a stronger experience for everyone involved.
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If you're a local organization planning an event, or a provincial, national, or international organization considering Kelowna as a future host destination, connect with our Sports & Major Events team.
