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Sponsor Application (#13)

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Deadline: Oct 01, 2021 11:59 pm (GMT-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
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Date: Nov 06, 2021 10:00 am - Nov 06, 2022 5:00 pm (EDT)
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Wilson, North Carolina
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$1K-25K

About the event

This is the 17th year of the annual North Carolina Whirligig Festival. 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 the giant metal structures that spin in the wind. The festival 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. More than 30,000 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.
North Carolina Whirligig Festival
North Carolina Whirligig Festival
North Carolina Whirligig Festival
North Carolina Whirligig Festival

About the application

Welcome to the North Carolina Whirligig Festival! Browse through our application and let us know if you have any questions. All Sponsors receive a complimentary booth within the festival zone. As a Sponsor, we give your placement serious consideration for outreach to the community. The earlier your application is received and Sponsorship donations is submitted the easier we can provide a premier location. The NC Whirligig Festival has every intention of being held in November 2021. As we learned in the previous year, even our best intentions are not always possible. Should the pandemic, or any other act of God, cause disruption in the this years festival plans, we will do our best to honor our vendors and participants. This is an electronic agreement and by applying for the booth, you are validating and approving this agreement electronically.

Terms & Conditions

Refer to the NC Whirligig Festival Vendor Policies and Guidelines.

Prices

Presenting Sponsor $25,000 Non-refundable A vendor booth space is 15 feet wide and 10 feet deep. This is for the use of a 10x10 ft tent. The extra space on the left and right are to provide storage and space between vendors. Your tent may not extend beyond the booth space - this is set by fire code standards. Sponsors may inquire about a wider booth with the Sponsorship Coordinator. Sponsorships are non-refundable once committed.
Top GiG Sponsor $15,000 Non-refundable A vendor booth space is 15 feet wide and 10 feet deep. This is for the use of a 10x10 ft tent. The extra space on the left and right are to provide storage and space between vendors. Your tent may not extend beyond the booth space - this is set by fire code standards. Sponsors may inquire about a wider booth with the Sponsorship Coordinator.
WHiRL Sponsor $10,000 Non-refundable A vendor booth space is 15 feet wide and 10 feet deep. This is for the use of a 10x10 ft tent. The extra space on the left and right are to provide storage and space between vendors. Your tent may not extend beyond the booth space - this is set by fire code standards. Sponsors may inquire about a wider booth with the Sponsorship Coordinator.
SPiN Sponsor $5,000 Non-refundable A vendor booth space is 15 feet wide and 10 feet deep. This is for the use of a 10x10 ft tent. The extra space on the left and right are to provide storage and space between vendors. Your tent may not extend beyond the booth space - this is set by fire code standards. Sponsors may inquire about a wider booth with the Sponsorship Coordinator.
STAR Sponsor $3,000 Non-refundable A vendor booth space is 15 feet wide and 10 feet deep. This is for the use of a 10x10 ft tent. The extra space on the left and right are to provide storage and space between vendors. Your tent may not extend beyond the booth space - this is set by fire code standards. Sponsors may inquire about a wider booth with the Sponsorship Coordinator.
Festival Patron $1,000 Non-refundable A vendor booth space is 15 feet wide and 10 feet deep. This is for the use of a 10x10 ft tent. The extra space on the left and right are to provide storage and space between vendors. Your tent may not extend beyond the booth space - this is set by fire code standards. Sponsors may inquire about a wider booth with the Sponsorship Coordinator.
110 v Electrical Outlet $20 Non-refundable Approximately half of the vendor booth spaces have ONE electrical outlet available. Vendors requesting electricity are strategically placed to provide utilities and a variety of vendors within each block of the festival. Electrical requests will be considered on a first come, first served basis.
Water access $20 Non-refundable Access to water is limited and typically reserved for food vendors. However, requests will be considered on a first come, first served basis. Water access will at a corner fire hydrant. Vendors should bring 100 ft hose to reach booth.

Questions on the application

Business information

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

Additional information

  • Have you been a Sponsor with the Whirligig Festival before?
  • As a sponsor, you receive a complimentary single booth. Do you want a booth at the festival?
  • List other festivals and events in which you have participated:
  • Please provide a description of your business, items or services for sale and price range.
  • What is your Facebook or other internet website address?
  • Insurance
  • NC Sales Tax ID Number
  • How did you learn about the NC Whirligig Festival?
  • I agree to follow the State of North Carolina, Wilson County and federal guidelines regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Understanding as health concerns change, festival policies may need to adjust accordingly. All vendors must follow the guidelines required at the time of the festival. Participants not following the guidelines will be dismissed immediately, with no refund, and risking admission in to future festivals.
  • By signing your name, you agree to our terms and conditions.

Picture requirements

  • Minimum pictures required: 5
  • Upload a minimum of 5 photos: (2) photos displaying your Business and/or Brand display and (3 or more) of the items and activities that will be in your booth.
Sponsor Application (#13)
Sponsor Application (#13)
NC Whirligig Festival 2021
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