Suffolk Pride 2026

This early bird application is for any vendor selling prepared food or beverages, including food trucks, trailers, carts, and tent or booth setups. You will be charged only if approved to participate.

 

Because this application fee is non-refundable, please verify the following prior to submitting...

 

A) Make sure you can legally SERVE FOOD in the City of Suffolk. If you're unsure, reach out to the Suffolk Health Department by calling Erin Dinkle at (757) 514-4700 or via email at: wthdenv@vdh.virginia.gov

 

B) Make sure you can legally SALE FOOD in the City of Suffolk. If you're unsure, reach out to the Commissioner of the Revenue by calling Susie Corbman at (757) 514-4259 or via email at: scorbman@suffolkva.us

 

HAVE ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES?

 

C) You must submit a valid ABC licence with your application. You can reach ABC at (757) 825-7830 or online: https://www.abc.virginia.gov/licenses/get-a-license/banquet-licenses.

This early bird application is for any independent or small business vendor selling retail goods or services, including handmade items, artwork, clothing, accessories, crafts, and other non-food merchandise. You will be charged only if approved to participate.

 

Because this application fee is non-refundable, please verify the following prior to submitting...

 

Make sure you can legally do business in the City of Suffolk. If you're unsure, reach out to the Commissioner of the Revenue by calling Susie Corbman at (757) 514-4259 or via email at: scorbman@suffolkva.us

This early bird application is for any national, regional, or corporate business selling branded retail goods or services, including franchise operations, large companies, OR business representing a corporate brand. The application fee will be charged upon approval.

 

Because this application fee is non-refundable, please verify the following prior to submitting in case they are applicable...

 

A) If serving food, make sure you can legally SERVE FOOD in the City of Suffolk. If you're unsure, reach out to the Suffolk Health Department by calling Erin Dinkle at (757) 514-4700 or via email at: wthdenv@vdh.virginia.gov

 

B) If selling anything, make sure you can legally SALE in the City of Suffolk. If you're unsure, reach out to the Commissioner of the Revenue by calling Susie Corbman at (757) 514-4259 or via email at: scorbman@suffolkva.us

 

HAVE ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES?

 

C) You must submit a valid ABC licence with your application. You can reach ABC at (757) 825-7830 or online: https://www.abc.virginia.gov/licenses/get-a-license/banquet-licenses.

This early bird application is for any recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit or community organization operating for a charitable, advocacy, educational, or public service purpose. This category is for informational outreach only. No goods or services may be sold. Organizations wishing to sell items must apply under Retail (Non-Corporate). You will be charged only if approved to participate.

This application is for any singer, band, DJ, drag performer, dancer, host, comedian, or variety act applying to perform at Suffolk Pride Festival. 

This sponsorship level supports Suffolk Pride Festival 2026 and includes strong visibility before and during the event. Includes: Sponsor mention on Suffolk Pride Festival social media platforms Sponsor name listed on printed festival materials where applicable Complimentary booth space on the festival site if the sponsor is an organization or business Two VIP passes for access to the VIP section, including VIP hospitality offerings as available On-stage sponsor recognition from the Main Stage

Everything included in the Community Sponsor tier, plus a featured on-site presence and expanded VIP access. Includes: Sponsor mention on Suffolk Pride Festival social media platforms Sponsor name listed on printed festival materials where applicable Complimentary booth space with preferred placement if the sponsor is an organization or business Four VIP passes for access to the VIP section, including VIP hospitality offerings as available On-stage sponsor recognition from the Main Stage High-impact sponsorship with a featured onsite activation Naming rights for a featured festival area or zone (example: Kids and Family Area) Logo placement on event signage for the sponsored area or zone One on-stage spokesperson opportunity (up to 2 minutes), scheduled at the discretion of Suffolk Pride Festival

The lead partner of Suffolk Pride Festival 2026 with the highest visibility and recognition. Includes: Main Stage recognition as the Presenting Sponsor Logo placement on key promotional materials and sponsor recognition graphics Consistent recognition across Suffolk Pride Festival platforms Complimentary booth space with premier on-site placement if the sponsor is an organization or business Six VIP passes for access to the VIP section, including VIP hospitality offerings as available On-stage recognition and acknowledgements throughout the event Two on-stage spokesperson opportunities during high-visibility points in the program (up to 2 minutes each), scheduled at the discretion of Suffolk Pride Festival

This in-kind sponsorship is available for any sponsor who would like to support the event by providing goods or services instead of cash (or in addition to cash). Examples for Suffolk Pride: A print shop provides banners and flyers A restaurant provides VIP hospitality items A rental company provides tents, tables, chairs A media company provides ad space or radio spots A security company provides staffing hours