Become aSponsor
Partner with Harbor Days 2026 and connect your brand with thousands of community members celebrating Winthrop Harbor's 125th anniversary. September 10–13 at Village Park.
Why Sponsor
The Harbor Days Advantage
Harbor Days returns September 10 through 13, and this year marks Winthrop Harbor's 125th anniversary. There has never been a better time for your business to be part of it.
Sponsorship puts your brand in front of thousands of festival-goers from across Lake County, Chicagoland, and southern Wisconsin through signage, program listings, social media, and on-site visibility. And with the Village's new partnership with Visit Lake County, Harbor Days will reach an even bigger regional audience through the county's tourism marketing channels.
Packages are available at every level. Enroll as a sponsor today:
Massive Reach
Harbor Days draws thousands of attendees from Winthrop Harbor and surrounding communities over four days.
Brand Visibility
Your brand featured on signage, programs, social media, and the festival website reaching a highly engaged local audience.
Community Impact
Show your commitment to Winthrop Harbor by supporting a beloved community tradition celebrating our 125th anniversary.
VIP Experience
Enjoy exclusive VIP access and hospitality for you and your team at one of the area's premier summer events.
Packages
Sponsorship Tiers
Choose the level that works best for your business. All sponsorships directly support Harbor Days 2026.
Fireflight Sponsor
$7,500
Main Stage Sponsor
$5,000
- Stage branding: Main Stage Presented by [Your Business Name]
- Announcements before each band (including Bella Cain)
- 2 hours of your business logo on the Bella Cain digital main stage
- Emcee recognition during all 4 days
- Logo in flyers, social media posts, and website
- Premium booth location
- Plaque of appreciation
- 5 Bella Cain VIP tickets
- 4 Mega wristbands OR 10 drink tokens
Harbor Sponsor
$2,500
- Medium-size logo on materials and stage banner
- Emcee recognition during all 4 days
- 10x10 booth space
- Social media highlight post
- Sponsor banner near carnival or beer area
- Plaque of appreciation
- 3 one-day wristbands OR 5 drink tokens
Platinum Sponsor
$1,500
- 3 signage points
- Name/logo on all Parks & Recreation social media for all of October
- Dedicated spotlight post about your business
- Recognition by all music providers
- Name/logo at beer sales
- 5 drink tokens
Gold Sponsor
$1,000
- 2 signage points
- Name/logo in social media promotions for two weeks
- Recognition at beer sales
- 5 drink tokens
Silver Sponsor
$750
- 1 signage point
- Name/logo on social media for the week of the event
- Recognition at beer sales
- 3 drink tokens
Festival Partner
$250
- Name/logo in shared sponsor recognition on social media
- Included on sponsor banner
Community Contributor
$100
- Name listed on Parks & Recreation website
- Included in thank-you post
Ready to Partner With Us?
Contact us today to reserve your sponsorship package or discuss a custom arrangement. Spots are limited — don't miss your chance to be part of Harbor Days 2026.