Information for Sponsors

An event of this nature and size would not attract the crowds it does without cross sector support of public, private and not-for-profit organisations. Behind the scenes there is a committed Board of Directors and an army of volunteers who have also contributed to the Festival’s success over the years.

The Stanthorpe Apple & Grape Harvest Festival has remained free for all to enjoy and is now one of the only free events of its type in Australia. Staging a three-day event of this nature requires considerable resources. Over the years the Festival Queens have played a vital role in fundraising, and since 2002 the Young Ambassadors continue this fine tradition. The Festival has also enjoyed solid and loyal support from a range of supporters, without whom it would be impossible to stage this event.

Our thanks go to all who contribute to the successful staging of the Festival. Thanks also to the public, some of whom make the Apple & Grape a biennial pilgrimage to Stanthorpe!

Successful Sponsorship with the Stanthorpe Apple & Grape Harvest Festival is a two way relationship. To help you meet your Sponsorship objectives we will work closely with you to keep you abreast of developments and to help you to identify opportunities.

You may choose to be involved as a sponsor in cash, in-kind or negotiate a contra deal. Whether you see this promotional opportunity as a major or minor part of your marketing mix, we are committed to making it work for you. As a sponsor, you can enjoy maximum brand exposure, you can showcase a new product or you can conduct market research with the tens of thousands who attend the Festival. The Festival attracts enormous attention from which your organisation can benefit.

Sponsorship packages have been defined by a dollar value or equivalent, up to our Platinum Sponsorship level for $15,000+. The opportunity is also available to join a select group of Gold, Silver or Bronze Sponsors.

There is also Young Ambassador Sponsorship. “Off Menu” levels and appropriate reciprocal benefits can be negotiated. We aim to help you achieve your objectives, while continuing to host a successful and progressive Festival.

In addition to the standard Sponsorship packages, there is the flexibility to negotiate support in-kind. The aim is to help you promote your name through the potential reach of the activities, while continuing to host a successful and progressive Festival.

Sponsorship at the Festival will operate according to the following terms of business: 

Through our membership of the Southern Downs Tourist Association & Granite Belt Wine & Tourism, we work closely together to promote the event and appear in all their promotional displays and activities, especially in Queensland’s Southeast corner. The Festival generates enormous media coverage, particularly in the lead up to the event. Your corporate logo may be be seen in all television and press advertising as well as name association in radio publicity