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Eureka Springs CAPC approves quarterly marketing grants for seven events totaling $29,000
Summary
At its Feb. 25 meeting the CAPC approved marketing support for seven events — Victorian Classic, Center Street Block Party, Nightmare in the Ozarks, Obscuricon, Preservation Tour of Homes, Run Unicorn Run, and Out Eureka Diversity Weekend — and noted two recusals. Commissioners emphasized events' role in driving overnight stays.
The Eureka Springs City Advertising and Promotion Commission approved marketing support for seven local events at its Feb. 25 meeting, committing $29,000 in total to help drive overnight stays and visitor spending.
Votes at a glance - Victorian Classic (March 28): $2,500 approved (motioned by David; seconded by Heather). Organizer Anna Smedland said the revived one‑day race aims for ~300 runners and to generate weekend stays. - Center Street Block Party (May 30): $2,500 approved (motioned by a commissioner; seconded) after organizers confirmed permits and temporary entertainment‑district plans. - Nightmare in the Ozarks Film Festival (Oct. 21–24): $5,000 approved; Colton Scriber recused on this item. Organizers pointed to national media pickup and festival growth. - Obscuricon (July 24–25): $4,000 approved; Colton Scriber recused because of his role as co‑producer. - 45th Annual Preservation Tour of Homes (Dec.): $5,000 approved; organizers said proceeds support local parks and preservation projects and that trolley service costs about $4,000. - Run Unicorn Run (annual): $5,000 approved to expand running events that attracted participants from across the U.S. last year. - Out Eureka Diversity Weekend (April 3–5 and Nov. dates): $5,000 approved to support a concert, vendor fair and community programming; organizers plan vendor satellites across town and charitable partnerships.
Recusals and process notes: Commissioners recorded recusals where presenters had direct involvement (Colton on Nightmare and Obscuricon). Most approvals were voice votes with motions and seconds; staff noted CAPC’s quarterly funding round and reminded organizers that the next application window occurs in May.
Why it matters: Commissioners emphasized that well‑run events fill hotel rooms and restaurants. Several commissioners encouraged organizers to widen participation across downtown businesses and use side events to extend visitor stays.
What’s next: Staff will document agreements with each organizer and follow up on permits, entertainment‑district licensing and vendor coordination; CAPC scheduled a workshop for March 11 to address operational topics including tax collection policy and banner placement.
