Sponsor Application

Smoke Under the Oaks Sponsor

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Deadline: Jan 10, 2026 11:59 pm (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
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Date: Jan 10, 2026 10:30 am - Jan 10, 2026 4:00 pm (EST)

About the event

Celebrate the 14th year of LDRC's Annual Smoke Under the Oaks Rib Fest! It all happens on Saturday, January 10th, 2026 in Barron Park. We want you to be judgy! Taste all the ribs to pick your favorite to see which team gets crowned the People's Choice! Ribs & Dinners are available beginning at 11am through 4pm. The 14th Annual Smoke Under the Oaks Winners will be announced by 3:30pm. Come early for the Opening Ceremony. Parking is available on Park Ave and Lee Street. Bring the kids for bounce house fun and games! Find out more on our website, www.downtownlabelle.com.
LaBelle Downtown Revitalization Corporation
LaBelle Downtown Revitalization Corporation
LaBelle Downtown Revitalization Corporation
LaBelle Downtown Revitalization Corporation

About the application

LaBelle Downtown Revitalization Corporation (LDRC) proudly presents the 14th Annual Smoke Under the Oaks Rib Fest in Downtown LaBelle! This amateur rib cook-off takes place in our famous oak-canopied Barron Park. The smoky aromas lure residents and visitors to this annual event to judge each team's ribs and cast their vote for the team they feel deserves to be crowned the People's Choice Champion. Official judging is held to see who will be crowned 1st, 2nd, and 3rd with cash prizes and unique trophies. Guests can enjoy great food, beverages (including beer), and live music. Spend the day grazing on ribs and shopping local vendors. Smoke Under the Oaks Rib Fest will occur on Saturday, January 10, 2026, from 11:00am to 4:00pm. Come early for the Opening Ceremony at 10:30am. This event is free to attend and open to the public. With your support, we can reach our goal of creating a fun-filled community fundraising event that helps us in our efforts to revitalize and preserve our downtown. The success of this event is credited largely to our sponsors, who lend their names and financial support. With a social media and e-newsletter reach in the 200,000s, we are confident that your business will benefit from joining forces to build on our ongoing projects. Our sponsorship benefits show the value of working with LDRC. It will show the community that your business supports our efforts. Please review the attached Sponsorship Benefit Levels to see which benefits suit your business. Thank you for your generous support!

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Our community is growing rapidly. We are aware of the need to continue revitalization efforts to bring Downtown LaBelle to its full potential to accommodate this growth. To meet this challenge, we are requesting your support and partnership. Your supportive donation is tax-deductible. SAUCE BOSS SPONSOR BENEFITS $3,500 Inclusion in 100% of radio ads Media presence with corporate acknowledgment on all printed material Corporate logo on email blasts Eight Parking Passes Sponsor-provided banner at stage Speaking opportunity during the event Complimentary cook-off team entry (4-person team) Complimentary 10x10 booth space during the event Four complimentary dinner tickets Logo & link to company website on LDRC website Sponsorship announcement in LDRC Monthly E-Newsletter, including a brief description of your business, including logo, contact information, and a link to your website Free one-year LDRC Membership Recognition on social media post BBQ KING/BBQ QUEEN SPONSOR BENEFITS $2,000 Media presence with corporate acknowledgment on all printed material Corporate logo on email blasts Four Parking Passes Sponsor-provided banner at stage Four complimentary dinner tickets Complimentary cook-off team entry (4-person team) Complimentary 10x10 booth space during the event Logo & link to company website on LDRC website Sponsorship announcement in LDRC Monthly E-Newsletter, including a brief description of your business, including logo, contact information, and a link to your website Free one-year LDRC Membership Recognition on social media posts LIFE IS A PICNIC SPONSOR BENEFITS $1,500 Media presence with corporate acknowledgment on all printed material Corporate logo on email blasts Sponsor-provided banner at stage Complimentary cook-off team entry (4-person team) Complimentary 10x10 booth space during the event Logo & link to company website on LDRC website Sponsorship announcement in LDRC Monthly E-Newsletter, including a brief description of your business, including logo, contact information, and a link to your website Free one-year LDRC Membership Recognition on social media posts SAVE THE VEGETABLES SPONSOR BENEFITS $1,000 Media presence with corporate acknowledgment on all printed material Corporate logo on email blasts Sponsor-provided banner at pavilion Four complimentary dinner tickets OR complimentary 10x10 booth space Logo & link to company website on LDRC website Sponsorship announcement in LDRC Monthly E-Newsletter, including a brief description of your business, including logo, contact information, and a link to your website Recognition on social media posts The LDRC has a large, growing, and highly supportive audience, extending its reach with over 200,000 followers. Partnerships identify you as actively improving the community and economic vitality, thus boosting your image. Gain an audience by marketing your business to current and future customers who support LDRC revitalization efforts within the downtown. Sponsorship is an excellent opportunity to promote your business as one that supports the community. You'll receive self-satisfaction and the appreciation of the organization and its members. With opportunities to share your involvement via social media, there is potential to gain even greater exposure.

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Smoke Under the Oaks Sponsor
Smoke Under the Oaks Sponsor
Smoke Under the Oaks Rib Fest 2026