Metro East Pride Fest 2026

Welcome to Metro East Pride Festival! Browse through our applications and let us know if you have any questions. This is an electronic agreement and by selecting the booths, you are validating and approving this agreement electronically. If you require electric, please add it to your registration.

$25 off of registration if sent on or before May 31st. Use code "MEPEARLYBIRD26".

 

 

We are reaching out on behalf of Metro East Pride to invite your company to join us as a valued sponsor of the 2026 Metro East Pride Fest, taking place on October 3rd in downtown Belleville, IL. As a longtime champion of diversity, inclusion, and community spirit, we would be honored to partner with your organization to celebrate and support the LGBTQIA+ community. Metro East Pride Fest has grown into one of the most anticipated events in the region, attracting over 15 to 20 thousand attendees in 2025, and growing larger each year. It is a day filled with entertainment, local vendors, food, music, and family-friendly activities, all aimed at fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment for all ages. Our festival is only possible through the generosity of businesses and organizations like yours, who share our commitment to equality and celebration. As a corporate sponsor, your brand will receive significant exposure through event promotions, media outreach, and on-site recognition. Sponsorship opportunities range from presenting sponsorships to booth placements, providing a variety of ways for your company to showcase its commitment to diversity and community engagement. Your support will not only help make this event a success but also contribute to vital programs and initiatives that benefit the LGBTQIA+ community year-round. We would love the opportunity to discuss how we can tailor a sponsorship package to best meet your company’s goals. Please find attached our sponsorship packet with more details. We would be happy to schedule a call or meeting at your convenience to answer any questions and explore how we can collaborate. Thank you for considering this opportunity to stand with us in celebrating pride, unity, and inclusion. We look forward to partnering with you for an unforgettable Metro East Pride Fest 2026!