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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Our Mission FEAST WILMINGTON IS DEDICATED TO CULTIVATING A COMMUNITY WHERE FOOD AND BEVERAGE ENTHUSIASTS COME TOGETHER TO LEARN, CONNECT, AND FEAST THROUGH IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCES AND INSIGHTFUL CONTENT.
FEAST Wilmington should be a bucket list event for any food lover. We’re already counting down to next year. Mike & Mackenzie @BestLocalNC
When you want to taste all the flavors of the South, there’s no better place than Feast Wilmington. This three-day festival has got it all.
Feast Wilmington is the perfect way to experience how Wilmington is becoming one of the South’s most exciting food Destinations.
Jess Bentley @TasteOfJess
@Raleating
It’s no surprise that this festival has become one of the most-anticipated weekends of the year. One of my favorite parts is trying new restaurants that quickly become our favorite spots. Abbie & Bert @DaileyDinesTogether
A truly incredible event that is an absolute must for any foodie. Corey Preece WECT Cape Fear Foodie
FEAST Wilmington is only in it’s third year but it’s already solidified its place on the NC foodie calendar. Susan @Experience_Raleigh
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Saturday, March 20, 11am - 2pm In partnership with the Cape Fear Craft Beer Alliance, 20+ local breweries will be matched with 20+ chefs for unique pairing experiences.
Saturday, March 20, 6pm - 9pm A night out for couples, friends & colleagues to enjoy local seafood, fam-to-table favorites & other coastal delights.
Brunch Elevated
Pier Party
Craft + Cuisine
MARCH 20+ 21
Sunday, March 21, 12pm - 3pm What’s Wilmington’s favorite meal? Brunch! Top Chefs and mixologists take brunch to the next level.
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FEAST EVERYWHERE FEAST WILMINGTON
serves up more than 2 million impressions to promote the festival through social media, radio, TV, billboards, WILMA magazine, Greater Wilmington Business Journal, as well as partnerships with the Convention and Visitors Bureau, ILM Airport, local hotels, breweries + more!
Feast Wilmington’s Reach 17,000+ Email Subscribers 20,000+ 20,000 + Insta Followers 4,000+ Annual Attendees Feast Attendees 85% Earn $75,000+ 81% Graduated from College 86% Said Feast Met or Exceeded Expectations
THAT MATTERS
Sponsorship Opportunities Presenting (limit 1)
(limit 3)
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2-page Spread
Full page Ad
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Tickets to private Feast chef appreciation event
10 tickets
6 tickets
4 tickets
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Tickets to Feast Weekend events
60 tickets (20/event)
50 tickets to sponsored event
45 tickets (15/event)
30 tickets (10/event)
$50,000
$15,000
$10,000
$5,000
“Presented by (company name)” on all marketing and Feast stage Exclusive event sponsorship with company branded VIP area Opportunity for activation space at Feast weekend events* Head shot and welcome message in Feast Wilmington Guide Logo with link on Feast website Ad in Feast Wilmington Guide Recognition on Instagram Story & Facebook Feed
Access to Feast VIP area during all weekend events Sponsor logo on your guests’ VIP badges Investment
*All Sponsors will collaborate on activations with the Feast Team
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HELPING
SIGNATURE OPPORTUNITIES Carolina Crafted Title Sponsor • Exclusive sponsor of the area showcasing Carolina-made food + drinks
• 4 tickets to private Chef Appreciation Party • 45 tickets to Feast weekend events
• Company branding in the Carolina Crafted area (15 tickets per event) • 1/2 page ad in the Feast Fest Guide that • Access to Feast VIP area during all reaches 32,000+ people
weekend events
Investment: $10,000 (limit 1)
Welcome Sponsor
• Exclusive Sponsor at the Festival entrance • 4 tickets to private Chef Appreciation Party • Opportunity for your team to welcome more • 45 tickets to Feast weekend events than 5,000 Feast attendees and distribute Feast (15 tickets per event) glasses • Access to Feast VIP area during all
• 1/2 page ad in Feast Guide that reaches
weekend events
32,000+ people
Investment: $10,000 (limit 1)
Photobooth Sponsor • Sponsor of Feast’s 360 Photo Booth station • Opportunity for your team to interact with
• 4 tickets to private Chef Appreciation Party • 45 tickets to Feast weekend events
• 1/2 page ad in Feast Guide that reaches
• Access to Feast VIP area during all
Feast attendees at the station 32,000+ people
(15 tickets per event)
weekend events
Investment: $10,000 (limit 1)
Plate Sponsor
• Exclusive Sponsor of Feast’s unique plate/drink holder
• Your logo on the plates that will be sold at the merch tent
• 1/4 page ad in Feast Guide that reaches 32,000+ people
Investment: $7,500 (limit 1)
• 2 tickets to private Chef Appreciation Party • 30 tickets to Feast weekend events (10 tickets per event)
• 30 plates for your team and guests • Access to Feast VIP area during all weekend events
Chef APPRECIATION An invite-only celebration for Feast chefs and sponsors to unwind, connect, and toast to the people who make Feast possible.
Chef Appreciation Presenting Sponsor • Recognized as the top sponsor at the private Chef Appreciation party
• Share welcoming remarks at the party • Host a table at the party to interact with chefs and restaurant owners
• Top logo billing on party invitations • 4 tickets to the Chef Appreciation party • 4 tickets to each of the weekend events • Logo with link on the Feast site
Investment: $5,000 (limit 1)
Chef Appreciation Sponsor • Host a table at the party to interact with chefs and restaurant owners
• Sponsor recognition at the party • Logo on party invitations Investment: $2,500 (limit 4)
• 2 tickets to the Chef Appreciation party • 2 tickets to each of the weekend events • Logo with link on the Feast site
CAROLINA
Crafted
Carolina Crafted brings homegrown food and beverage brands to the Feast table for a celebration of flavors made right here in North + South Carolina. Claim your table, share your story, and connect with Feast attendees ready to sip, sample, and discover their next local favorite.
Crafted Tastemaker
• Opportunity to sample products to more than 5,000 Feast attendees • Space for sampling and a display in a 20x20 tent with 2 other Carolina companies
• A 6-foot table to connect with attendees at all three weekend events • Logo in the Carolina Crafted section of the Feast Guide that reaches 32,000+ people
• 1 Instagram Story highlighting Carolina Crafted & your company • Logo with link on the Feast site Investment: $2,500 + product for sampling (3 per Tent)
BEVERAGE
Sponsors Signature Spirits Sponsor • 20x20 foot activation space at all three Feast Wilmington events with more than 5,000 attendees
• Opportunity to bring in your own activation display to interact and offer samples
• 1/2 page ad in Feast Guide that reaches
• 2 Instagram stories recognizing your brand • Logo with link on the Feast site • 4 tickets to the Chef Appreciation Party • 4 tickets to each of the Feast weekend events
32,000+ people
Investment: $10,000 + product
Featured Pour Partner • Dedicated 10x10 space between chef stations at each Feast event
• Opportunity to interact and provide samples to more than 5,000 attendees
• 1/4 page ad in the Feast Guide that reaches 32,000+ people
• 1 Instagram stories recognizing your brand • Logo with link on the Feast site • 2 tickets to the Chef Appreciation Party • 2 tickets to each of the Feast weekend events
Investment: $5,000 + product
Carolina Crafted Tastemaker • Opportunity to interact and provide samples to more than 5,000 attendees
• Logo in the Carolina Crafted section of the Feast Guide that reaches 32,000+ people
• Space for sampling and a display in a
• 1 Instagram Story highlighting Carolina
• A 6-foot table to connect with attendees at
• Logo with link on the Feast site
20x20 tent with 2 other Carolina companies all three of Feast’s weekend events Investment: $2,500 + product
Crafted & your company
See You There!
CONTACT: JMAURER@WILMINGTONBIZ.COM