September 17-19, 2027
North Carolina State Fairgrounds
TRAFFIC DRIVERS FOR EXHIBITORS
Are you looking for a way to get a leg up on the competition... stand out from the crowd... drive booth traffic or create awareness? We have affordable OPTIONS!
ONLINE
SHOW’S OFFICIAL WEBSITE
WEB BANNERS
Medium Rectangle Ad: $550
Create a web banner to be posted on our site with a link back to your website to promote your company. Our advertising campaign directs consumers to the website to “buy tickets online
and save,” while the exhibitors utilize the site to obtain all their pre-show information. Through our research we know that at least 50% of attendees visit our website prior to attending the show to get informed, make an action plan and
purchase tickets. Be a part of the exposure! Medium Rectangle Ad appears on all pages of the show site. All ads run in rotation. (Limited availability)
YOUR COMPANY LOGO PRINTED ON ONLINE TICKETS: $500
Approximately 50% of all attendees purchase their tickets online. This equals a ton of exposure for your company at a terrific value. Limited availability.
ONLINE DISCOUNT TICKET SPONSOR: $3,000
Limit two per show. Our best pre-show exposure! Sponsor logo appears on home page of website, ticketing page, and all tickets purchased online with "ticket discount courtesy of your company name."
SWEEPSTAKES: $1,000
Sponsor to supply prize, opportunity to ask (2) questions:
• Sweepstakes receives banner on homepage & ad banners throughout sites (both virtual and regular)
• MPE hosts and creates
entry form
• Sweepstakes receives 4 social posts (2x Facebook / 2x Instagram)
• Sponsor to receive qualified leads from questions & database
AT THE SHOW
VISIT, STAMP, WIN: $600
Drive traffic to your booth since every participating attendee must get a stamp from every company on the card. Logo and booth number on card given at the show entrance and on show's website. Attendees turn in card before the leave the show for a chance to win an Angus Barn gift card (provided by the show).
ENTRANCE BAG/HANDOUT SPONSOR: $2,500
Get into every hand! Distribute approved tote bag, product sample, or handout at show entrance. A great way to create awareness and be a ”walking billboard” in front of our guests. Cost of bags/products/sample handouts are not included in this fee.
STICKER SPONSORSHIP: $3,000
Limit one per show. Every attendee receives a branded sticker at the entrance with a QR code linked to your website, show specials, or giveaway!
SPECIAL ADMISSION SPONSOR: FROM $750
Limit one sponsor per admission type.
Connect with the community! Sponsor mentioned/linked wherever Senior Day discount or free admission for Heroes, Teachers, or Nurses is promoted, box office will hand out sponsor flyer or swag with each ticket redemption. Cost of swag/flyers not included in this fee.
FLOOR DECALS: $550 FOR TWO
Bring awareness to your booth location and make your presence known. With your logo and booth number on our floor decals you will not be missed.
AISLE SPONSOR SIGNS: $550 PER PAIR
Bring awareness to your company. With your logo suspended from overhead on our aisle signs you will not be missed.
AIR RIGHTS: $500 PLUS COST OF SIGN
Get noticed on the show floor with a sign over 10' tall or hanging from above. Does not include cost of rigging, only available over qualifying booth spaces.
MASCOT ROAMING RIGHTS: $500 PER THREE HOURS
Bring in a mascot to roam the show floor greeting attendees.
SHOW INFORMATION BOOTH SPONSOR: $2,500
Limit one per show.
Make a first impression! Wrapped show information kiosk to include sponsor logo graphics, distribute sponsor handouts.
SPONSORSHIP
More Sponsorship Packages are also available for additional exposure. Sponsorships work to elevate your presence at an event. Create the experience! Partnership opportunities involve participating in the creation of a complete, engaging and fulfilling visitor experience designed to maximize your exposure. Call now for details on tailoring a package to fit your marketing needs and budget.
SHOW GUIDE SPONSORSHIP: $1,500
Get noticed! Show guide to include sponsor logo, booth number, and QR code linked to sponsor's website.
FRESH IDEAS STAGE SPONSORSHIP: $2,500
Limit one per show. Sponsorship of this popular show feature includes additional signage on-site and click through logos and banner ad on our high-traffic stage schedule and feature web pages, adding exposure for your company to set yourself apart from the competition!
CELEBRITY PRESENTATION: CALL FOR PRICING
Bring in a celebrity or spokesperson to be sponsored by your company, (i.e., Cheryl Tiegs Presented by Cambria). The show will promote in show advertising and the official show website. Celebrity will have the opportunity to do media interviews, presentations and sign autographs in your booth location.
OFFICIAL PRODUCT/CATEGORY SPONSORSHIP: $3,500
Limit one per product/category. Lead the pack! Package includes floor decals, web banner, and the opportunity to be promoted as the Official Product/Category Sponsor of the show (ex. Official Heating & Cooling Sponsor, Official Mattress Sponsor, Official Roofing Sponsor, etc.)
HOMEOWNER MAIL SPONSORSHIP: STARTING AT $5,000
Limit one per show.
Reach homeowners at home! Sponsor logo on letter of invitation and “four complimentary tickets courtesy of your company name” included on mailer to up to 20,000 local homeowners who have recently purchased or refinanced.
PRESENTING SPONSORSHIP: Call for pricing
Limit one title sponsor per show. Maximum impact! Our highest visibility sponsorship includes pre-show, online, and on-site recognition as the title sponsor and includes your company name in paid TV, radio, online, and print advertisement, signage, our event website, consumer database ticketing emails, and much more (ex. Fairgrounds Southern Ideal Home Show presented by ABC Landscaping).
OTHER SPONSORSHIPS
We have many creative, experiential marketing sponsorships available to meet your goals and budget, such as: Feature Sponsorships (workshops, designer rooms, bars/lounges/beer gardens, outdoor living, etc), Cooking Stage, and more! Ask a show team member for details.