Sponsor Application

Sponsor Application 2026

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Deadline: Oct 02, 2026 11:59 pm (GMT-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
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Date: Nov 07, 2026 10:00 am - Nov 08, 2026 5:00 pm (EDT)

About the event

The annual North Carolina Whirligig Festival will be held on Saturday & Sunday, November 7 & 8, 2026. The event started as a way to celebrate what was unique to Wilson, NC - the innovative and whimsical folk art whirligigs created by Vollis Simpson. At the heart of the festival is a park containing 30 of his original giant metal structures that spin in the wind. The festival is the largest event in Wilson, 8 blocks of fun, that includes home-made arts and crafts, food vendors, non-profit agencies and sponsors. Entertainment is provided on several stages with live music, a free kids zone, a kids performance stage, strolling artists and art demonstrations.The NC Whirligig Festival averages about 70,000+ visitors attend over the 2-day festival weekend in historic downtown Wilson. The festival is run by a group of dedicated volunteers and is held each year the first full weekend in November.

Prices

Questions on the application

Business information

  • Business name
  • Legal business name
  • Contact name
  • Address
  • Email
  • Phone
  • Website (Optional)
  • Logo (Optional)

Additional information

  • Which sponsorship level are you seeking to participate in the festival?
  • Please provide a link to your social media.
  • Please provide a photo representing your company.
  • Have you been a vendor/sponsor with the NC Whirligig Festival before?
  • Please describe your business.
  • List 2-3 festivals or events in which you have participated before?
  • Please provide your insurance information, including company and policy number.
  • What is your NC Sales Tax ID number?
  • How did you learn about the NC Whirligig Festival?
  • Are you intersted in Sponsoring an Anchor activity?
  • What size vendor booth do you need at the festival?
  • What will be the activity, set up and activities at your booth at the festival?
  • Do you need electricity for your booth set up?
  • Would you like a Macot visit to your business location?
  • What is your main goal in becoming a Sponsor? What would success at the festival look like for you?