First Friday 250th Light Show

Deadline: Jun 22, 2026 11:59 pm (GMT-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)

Date: Jul 03, 2026 4:00 pm - Jul 03, 2026 10:00 pm (EDT)

Bicentennial Park, 206 NE Front Street, Milford, Delaware 19963, United States

About the event

Downtown Milford Inc. will hold a spectacular community celebration as part of our monthly First Friday event, culminating with a breathtaking laser light show over downtown Milford. This special event will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States while bringing together families, residents, visitors, businesses and community partners for an unforgettable evening of patriotism, pride and celebration.Thousands are expected to gather in Bicentennial Park for this unique experience. The evening will feature shopping, dining, entertainment, community engagement activities, ending with the laser light show designed to celebrate our nation's history as well as the spirit and vibrancy of our community.Our goal is $30,000 to bring this experience to life. Your sponsorship helps create a free, family-friendly community event; supports downtown businesses; celebrates the 250th Anniversary of America; attract visitors from all over Delaware and the surrounding areas; demonstrate your commitment to community engagement and pride; and postiion your business as a champion of Downtown Milford.

Downtown Milford Inc.

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About the application

On Friday, July 3, 2026, Downtown Milford will host a spectacular community celebration as part of our monthly First Friday event, culminating in a breathtaking Laser Light Show over Downtown Milford. This special event will commemorate the 250th Anniversary of the United States while bringing together families, residents, visitors, businesses, and community partners for an unforgettable evening of patriotism, pride, and celebration. Thousands of visitors are expected to gather in Downtown Milford for this unique experience. The evening will feature shopping, dining, entertainment, community engagement activities, and a professionally produced laser light show designed to celebrate our nation’s history while showcasing the spirit and vibrancy of our community. Our goal is to raise $30,000 to bring this experience to Milford, and we invite local businesses, organizations, and community supporters to partner with us in making history.

Prices

Presenting Sponsor	$10,000.00	Non-refundable	Sponsor receives exclusive "presented by" recognition; logo featured prominently on all event marketing materials; recognition in all press releases and media outreach; opportunity to speak during event welcome remarks; premiere logo placement on event signage; recognition from stage throughout the evening; dedicated social media spotlight; opportunity to host a premium activation space at the event; featured logo on DMI website and event page; five reserved seats
Liberty Sponsor	$5,000.00	Non-refundable	Large logo placement on event materials; recognition on event signage; social media recognition campaign; logo placement on DMI website and event page; state acknowledgement during event; two free vendor spaces at event; two reserved seats
Stars & Stripes Sponsor	$2,500.00	Non-refundable	Logo placement on promotional materials; social media recognition; logo placed on DMI website and event page; event signage recognition; stage acknowledgement; two reserved seats; two vendor spaces at event
Cash sponsorship	$1,000.00	Non-refundable	Name/logo on event signage; logo on DMI website event page; social media thank you post; two free vendor spaces at event; inclusion in sponsor recognition materials
Patriot Sponsor	$500.00	Non-refundable	Name listed on sponsor signage; recognition on event website; inclusion in sponsor appreciation post; one free vendor space at event; logo on First Friday page on DMI website
Friends of Downtown Milford Sponsor	$250.00	Non-refundable	Name listed among community supporters; signage at event; recognition in sponsor thank-you graphic; logo placed on First Friday event page on DMI website; one free vendor space at event

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