Apply for Culver City’s 2026–27 Special Events Grants

Published on March 19, 2026

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The Culver City Special Events Grant Program provides a centralized process for sponsorship and funding requests for local events that benefit the community.

New and returning applicants are required to attend a virtual Pre-Application Meeting before applying.

Pre-Application Meeting Details:
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
6:30 PM – 7:15 PM
The Special Events Grant Program meeting will be held on Zoom.

Following the meeting, the application will be emailed to all participants.

The 2026–27 Special Events Grant Program application period opens on Wednesday, March 25, 2026.

The deadline to apply is 11:59 PM on Friday, April 24, 2026.

The City of Culver City recognizes the community and economic benefits of special events and welcomes the opportunity to partner with individuals and organizations to bring high-quality programming to the community.

Eligible events include:

  • Community or charitable events with recreational, cultural, or social benefits to residents
  • Larger-scale events that promote Culver City regionally

Additional eligibility requirements:

  • Must be open to the general public
  • Must take place in Culver City or immediately adjacent
  • Must occur between July 1, 2026 and June 30, 2027
  • Funding is not available to individuals or for political events or organizations

For more information, please contact Special Events Manager Edgar Varela at edgar.varela@culvercity.gov or (310) 253-5752.

 

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