About Sip Kirkland Washington Wine Festival
You're invited to join Sip Kirkland Washington Wine Festival at the 11th annual Kirkland Summerfest located at Marina Park in downtown Kirkland on July 28, 29 & 30. This three-day summer fundraiser for local non-profits offers an opportunity to gather with wine, cider & beer lovers and celebrate summer in the Northwest. Chump Change Events is proud to present this three-day event in conjunction with Chump Change Foundation, benefitting local nonprofits on the Eastside.
New - Registration Due Friday, may 15, 2023
NEW due date to sign up is May 15th - we are growing and have made a few more spots available for wineries who would still like to join! Send your registration in by May 15th to secure your spot. Once you have submitted this form, we will follow up with you regarding acceptance of your application, insurance, and booth payment by May 19th, 2023.
Completing Your Application
You will receive an email that your registration application was successfully completed and is pending. Your credit card will be charged the full booth fee along with a non-refundable application fee of $25 upon acceptance to the event on/by April 14.
If you are not accepted you will be refunded your booth fee less the $25 application fee. Details about load-in, set up and load-out will be sent to accepted applicants via email.
Hours of Operation
Wine, Beer & Cider tents: FRI: 4pm - 8pm SAT: 12pm - 8pm SUN: 12pm - 6pm
Winery Tabling Fee and Details
Option 1: WA Winery
Winery Table: 6' table spacing
Wineries to bring 3 varietals of summer wines: Rose, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, Pinot Noir, Resiling, Cabernet Franc, etc.
The event beneficiary asks you to donate 1 case of your mixed varietals.
The event will purchase 1 case per varietal for purchase at the wine shop. Winery Table: 6' table spacing
Option 2: Specialty Winery
Bring your branded 10x10 tent to best promote your winery (we provide 6’ table)
Wineries to bring up to 6 varietals of summer wines: Rose, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, Pinot Noir, Resiling, Cabernet Franc, etc.
The event beneficiary asks you to donate 1 case of your mixed varietals.
The event will purchase 1 case per varietal for purchase at the wine shop.
Winery Benefits
On-Site Presence: Your 6ft table space is yours to display your wine and winery to guests.
Pour: 3-5 cases of varietals to pour and sell.
Sell: Guests can purchase the varietals they love to take home.
Reach: Showcase your wine to guests from across the Pacific Northwest.
How It Works
• Wineries participate in the event by applying below
• Opportunity to pour up to THREE varietals
• Volunteers will be available to provide a 1 hour break for each wine vendor
• Beverage samples are 1 oz pours redeemed by event tokens in a commemorative event wine glass (while supplies last)
• Not all wineries that apply will be accepted
PLEASE READ WINERY AGREEMENT CAREFULLY
How to Apply
Complete the APPLICATION FORM below
Once you submit your application below, be sure to make payment at https://chumpchange.org/winery-application
YOUR APPLICATION IS NOT COMPLETE UNTIL PAYMENT IS RECEIVED. We will contact you for additional details including varietals, bottle pricing, etc.
Winery Agreement
Chump Change Foundation is the Special Occasion Licensee of this event.
Table Fee
I understand that my credit card will be charged the non-refundable $25.00 application and a $100 booth fee on account of non-acceptance. Booth fee is in accordance with WAC 314-05-030-4(b) and RCW 66.28.310(c).
Donation
Chump Change Foundation asks each winery to donate one case of mixed varietals. A Certificate of Donation can be issued upon request.
The event will then purchase one (1) additional case of each varietals at wholesale cost to pour at the festival and sell in the festival wine tent.
For Selected Applicants
You may serve up to 6 varietals at this event (Beneficiary will purchase up to 3 cases total for sale in festival wine store).
Any wine not poured or sold will be returned to the winery.
Refrigeration will be on-site to store and keep wine chilled.
Cost and Ticket System
Chump Change Foundation will buy the wine from each participating winery at wholesale price. A token system will be used for guests that want to taste wine.
Each wine will be set at a prearranged token price, varying from 1 to 2 tickets based on retail price.
$25 or less = 1 token per 1oz pour
$26 or more = 2 token per 1oz pour
Chump Change Foundation reserves the right to deny pouring wine with a wholesale price of $28 or more.
Your staff pouring at the event
*Winery staff must adhere to all WSLCB Laws, State Laws and volunteer rules, including not drinking before or during a shift and not giving away wine.
*Volunteers may be available to provide each wine vendor a 1 hour break during operation hours.
*Only two winery staff members are permitted behind the booth at one time.
*Winery staff must adhere to all volunteer rules including not drinking before or during a shift and not giving away wine.
*Any signs of not adhering to event and State rules and regulations will have the winery removed from the event.
Merchandise
Wineries cannot sell any merchandise at their booth or sample anything other than wine. Stickers are not allowed at the event. There is a $10 fine per sticker.
Refund Policy
Once an application is accepted, refund of booth fee is not available and is non-negotiable.
Refund Policy
Once an application is accepted, refund of booth fee is not available and is non-negotiable.
Check Out Process
Once the event ends wineries will need to check out Sunday following the end of the event. Please be patient with the staff while they are making sure numbers are correct to get you the most accurate invoice.
• Inventory and token reconciliation will be done by the event staff;
• Results will then be reported to the Accounting Manager who will begin the check out process when inventory is complete;
• Winery Check Out will begin 1 hour after the event closes at the refrigeration truck where check in occurred, no exceptions;
• Checks will be written based off the wholesale price submitted with your registration and the inventory results.
Additional Information - Please Read
Submitting this form does not guarantee booth space. Providing as much information as possible during this application process will help us place you at the event. Booth space is limited and we cannot guarantee space will remain available. We give priority to businesses geographically located in the neighborhood. We will send confirmation over email and at that time we will ask for a current Certificate of Insurance and payment.
Refund Policy
We will provide a refund to participants should the festival be canceled or postponed prior to the event dates.
Once accepted, refunds of booth fee are not available and are non-negotiable. Any applicants that have applied but are ultimately not accepted, your booth fee will be refunded to you, less the $25 application fee.
By completing the following form you agree to the terms set forth above in the WINERY AGREEMENT.
After you submit your application, please make payment at https://chumpchange.org/winery-application