This November, the Placer Artists Tour comes to North Tahoe for the first time from Nov. 6-8 inviting the public into studios, galleries, and creative spaces across the region.
Tahoe City Downtown Association and Kings Beach District are making a 50% matching stipend available to help artists, galleries, and businesses participate in the tour. Funding for this stipend has made available by the Arts Council of Placer County.
📝 Apply Now
Step 1: Apply to the Placer Artists Tour here by April 30
The fee for artists is $250. For Galleries or Schools it is $350. Fees are set directly by the Placer Artists Tour.
Step 2: Apply for the 50% stipend here
🎨 About the Tour | Nov. 6-8, 2026
A self-guided, county-wide tour where artists, galleries, and creative businesses open their doors and offer artwork for sale directly to visitors.
This event supports arts & culture during the shoulder season and drives cultural tourism and economic activity in North Tahoe. Participants also receive marketing and outreach support from the tour.
💰 Grant Opportunity
Funding is available to cover 50% of participation costs to:
- Independent artists
- Galleries and art venues
- Creative businesses and community spaces
- Schools
📍 Eligibility
Applicants must:
- Be located in North Tahoe (Eastern Placer County)
- Be an artist, business, gallery, nonprofit, or school
- Participate every day in the tour Nov. 6-8, 2026
- Host a public tour stop during event hours
- Match 50% of requested funds
⭐ Priority Given To
- Locations hosting multiple artists
- TCDA and Kings Beach joint members
- Collaborative, high-traffic spaces
🌟 Why Participate
- Reach regional visitors and art buyers
- Sell work in a high-engagement setting
- Build connections with artists and venues
- Support the local economy and creative community
- Offset costs with matching grant funds
📝 Apply Now
Step 1: Apply to the Placer Artists Tour here
Step 2: Apply for grant funding here
Note: Participants will be required to submit photos and complete a survey after the event.
For more information, email kat@visittahoecity.com.
