TO: Committee of the Whole - Parks and Environmental Sustainability
FROM: Mayor Angela Birney
DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR CONTACT(S):
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Parks |
Loreen Hamilton |
425-556-2336 |
DEPARTMENT STAFF:
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Parks |
Laurel Williams |
Events Program Coordinator |
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Parks |
Lindsey Tusing |
Events and Marketing Supervisor |
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Parks |
Brittany Pratt |
Parks Manager |
TITLE:
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Derby Days 2026 Overview
OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
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Derby Days is Redmond’s annual summer festival. A city favorite since 1939, this event draws in 35,000 people for live music, parades, food, a drone light show, and so much more. Typically held on the second weekend of July, Derby Days 2026 will occur on Friday, July 24 - Saturday, July 25 to balance city resources with Redmond is Ready for the World initiatives.
Event Elements:
• Activity booths
• Beer and Wine Garden
• Cornhole tournament
• Food vendors
• Live performances
• Marymoor Grand Prix at Jerry Baker Memorial Velodrome
• Pancake Breakfast at Fire Station 11
• Kids Bike Parade
• Grand Parade
• Craft marketplace
• Food vendors
• Drone Light Show
• Silent Disco
• Photobooth
• Kids’ Cove Inflatables
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☒ Additional Background Information/Description of Proposal Attached
REQUESTED ACTION:
☒ Receive Information ☐ Provide Direction ☐ Approve
REQUEST RATIONALE:
• Relevant Plans/Policies:
PARCC Plan
• Required:
N/A
• Council Request:
N/A
• Other Key Facts:
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OUTCOMES:
Derby Days 2026 aims to support the following PARCC Plan priorities:
• Expand Access for All
o Provide free activities for recreation and community building
• Build Strong Communities
o Bring residents, tourists, local organizations, and city officials together
• Protect the Natural Environment
o Strategically reduce the carbon footprint of the event
§ Promote use of human, EV, and RNG powered transportation in the Grand Parade
§ Incorporate a strategic waste management plan
§ Increase the use of reusable cups and compostable service ware
COMMUNITY/STAKEHOLDER OUTREACH AND INVOLVEMENT:
• Timeline (previous or planned):
o January 2026 - July 2026: Outreach to local businesses and community organizations regarding involvement opportunities
o May 2026 - July 2026: Outreach to residents and those residing 50+ miles away
• Outreach Methods and Results:
o Event website
o Direct email
o Social media
o Digital newsletters
o Posters and banners
o Utility bill inserts
o In-person business outreach
o Press releases
Results:
o 15 food vendors
o 70+ craft vendors
o 22 activity booth applicants
o 8 grand parade applicants
o Partnerships: King County Library System, Jerry Baker Memorial Velodrome, Hopelink, Redmond Town Center, Redmond Rotary
o Sponsors: Amazon, Microsoft, EvergreenHealth, Redmond Town Center, Ballard Natural Gas, Cascade Water Alliance, Art of Drawers, First Tech Fed Credit, VEG Redmond, WashGen/Pelican, Racen Rock Ranch, Kaizen Academy Fencing, BECU, Key Bank, Lake Washington Pediatric Dentistry, Puget Sound Energy, Arena Sports
§ Current sponsorship dollars: $96,500
• Feedback Summary:
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BUDGET IMPACT:
Total Cost:
$234,176.44
Approved in current biennial budget: ☒ Yes ☐ No ☐ N/A
Budget Offer Number:
000249 - Arts & Community Events
Budget Priority:
Vibrant & Connected
Other budget impacts or additional costs: ☐ Yes ☐ No ☒ N/A
If yes, explain:
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Funding source(s):
LTAC grant - $50,000
Sponsorships - $96,500
Event Revenue - $26,200
Ending Fund Balance - $61,476.44
Budget/Funding Constraints:
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☐ Additional budget details attached
COUNCIL REVIEW:
Previous Contact(s)
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Item has not been presented to Council |
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Proposed Upcoming Contact(s)
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None proposed at this time |
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Time Constraints:
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ANTICIPATED RESULT IF NOT APPROVED:
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ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment A: Derby Days 2026 Overview