An experience sponsorship is a great way to engage with the local community and support the Festival at Sandpoint’s nonprofit mission. Experience sponsors may also be eligible for tickets, VIP experiences, and more.
All 2027 experience sponsorships qualify for early concert admission through the Sponsor Gate*, access to the reserved Sponsor Seating Area*, exclusive ticket presale access, recognition on the Festival’s website and digital program, complimentary invitations to VIP events, and one signed 2027 Fine Arts Poster print.
Donate before June 1 to guarantee full benefits.
experience Sponsorship
*Early admission and reserved sponsor seating area access is included with a Sponsor Ticket. Early admission is dependent upon performance.
experience Sponsorship Levels & BenefitS
Interested in donating $20,000 or more, in-kind donations, or underwriting? Contact us at donate@festivalatsandpoint.com to learn about more ways to give.
The $5 off discount only applies to tickets to 2027 Summer Series concerts at War Memorial Field. Each sponsor ticket to the Grand Finale also includes one ticket to the Cheers: Beer & Wine Tasting Event. Benefits associated with in-kind donations are agreed upon on a case-by-case basis and may not be entitled to a dollar-for-dollar benefit, as cash contribution benefits listed above.
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A sponsor ticket grants one (1) entry for one (1) specific performance with early Sponsor Gate access and Reserved Sponsor Seating Area access.
*Early entry is not available on the Grand Finale. On the Grand Finale, the Sponsor Gate will be open for entry at 5 PM.
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Get in 15 minutes early through our exclusive member / sponsor-only gate located on the street side of the venue (see venue map here).
Members / sponsors can also enter through open General Admission gates.
*Early entry is not available on the Grand Finale. On the Grand Finale, the Sponsor Gate will be open for entry at 5 PM.
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Fret not, we saved you a spot!
Guestss entering through the Sponsor Gate with Sponsor Tickets have access to an exclusive reserved seating area (see venue maps here).
Guests will receive a wristband that will grant access to the reserved seating area.
Wristbands change for each performance.
Reserved seating area is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
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All experience sponsorships qualify for exclusive ticket presale access that allows you to purchase tickets before they go on sale to the general public!
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As a sponsor, your contribution will be listed in our annual Digital Program and on our Sponsors & Donors web page.
Your listing is customizable to you. If you wish to remain anonymous, dedicate your donation in memory of someone, or make edits, please contact us anytime before July 1 at donate@festivalatsandpoint.com
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Each year, the Festival highlights a local artist's work through our annual Poster Contest.
Sponsors are eligible to receive one signed copy of the current year’s poster after it has been unveiled.
Posters are available at the merchandise booth at the Summer Series and the Festival office.
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Experience sponsors contributing $10,000 or more are eligible to access a dedicated expedited entry lane throughout the evening, including after all gates are open.
This is different from the early admission included with a sponsor ticket. Plus, they will enjoy a designated contact for priority assistance with tickets, guest tickets, guest coordination, parking, entry, hospitality, and more.
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Experience sponsors contributing $12,500 or more are eligible for a blanket placement at a 2027 Summer Series concert(s) of their choice.
A blanket placement includes one blanket and six chairs.
Only one blanket placement is allowed per sponsor per concert.
All guests must have valid tickets to be granted entry.
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Experience sponsors contributing $12,500 or more are eligible to access one special Festival behind-the-scenes or invite-only experience, such as a production tour, backstage operations tour, lineup preview, private reception.
The experience may vary from year to year and does not guarantee artist access.
Benefit Definitions
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Become a 2027 Experience Sponsor by donating $2,000 or more before June 1, 2027, to guarantee full benefits.
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Sponsor tickets are not sold individually, and General Admission cannot be upgraded to sponsor tickets.
For more tickets and benefits, increase your sponsorship donation!
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No, the Reserved Sponsor Seating Area is meant as a convenience to our members / sponsors.
Members / sponsors are welcome to sit wherever they choose.
How to access the Reserved Sponsor Seating Area:
Guests entering through the Sponsor Gate with a Sponsor Ticket will receive a wristband that will grant access to the reserved seating area.
Wristbands change for each performance.
Reserved seating area is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
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As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, experience sponsorships are donations subject to receiving tax-deductible amounts based on donation values and goods and services received.
Feel free to contact us at finance@festivalatsandpoint.com for an estimate of a tax deduction.
You will receive a tax letter by January 31 of the following year.