Sponsor

Become a sponsor!

Historic St. Mary's City Foundation Events are the perfect opportunity for you to put your organization’s brand in front of thousands of Tri-County-area families and businesses, while at the same time helping the educational and archaeological programs that bring Maryland’s history to life. And each sponsorship level includes free tickets to the event to share with your employees or customers, and volunteer opportunities for your employees.

Sponsorship benefits vary by level and may include:

Logo or name on printed event materials
Logo or name on selected advertising
Table at the event
And much more!

Historic St. Mary’s City Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c) (3) tax-exempt organization

Three distinct events that offer exposure for your business.

MarylandFest

Focusing on all things Maryland, MarylandFest is a lively, family-friendly celebration featuring local food and drink, music, games, and activities that highlight the culture and traditions of the state.

Vampire Manor

An enchanting event filled with gothic charm and unusual entertainment. Vampire Manor appeals to those looking for an adult evening out.

Frost Fair

Frost Fair features a festive winter village filled with holiday shopping, live music, and seasonal decorations, creating a charming atmosphere for visitors to celebrate the season.

Bundle Packages

Interested in more than one event? Consider one of our bundle packages for sponsorships

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CONTACT

Email

hsmcc.events@maryland.gov

MarylandFest Sponsorship

MarylandFest Sponsor Levels

Platinum

Exclusive title sponsor recognition.
Premium logo placement on the event website, promotional materials, event signage, and band stage.
Invitations to two VIP events.
Social media spotlight highlighting the partnership.
Complimentary passes to the event.

$8000

NEW - Crab Derby

Chesapeake Champion — $300

Naming rights: “Crab Derby presented by [Business Name]”
Logo on derby signage and race track
On-site recognition by emcee before the race
Opportunity to help “start” the race or present a trophy to the winner

Put your business in the race! Sponsors can claim their own racing crab and give it a name that will be announced during the competition.

Blue Crab Backer — $150

Name one racing crab in the derby (Examples: “Claw & Order,” “The Patuxent Snapper,” “The Bay Runner,” etc.)
The crab name announced during the race by the emcee, along with sponsor name
Name listed on the race board or derby program

NEW - Mini Golf

Help bring a brand-new family attraction to MarylandFest! The MarylandFest Mini Golf Course will debut with three holes in its first year and grow annually until it reaches a full 18-hole course.

Old Line Ace Sponsor — $300

Business name or logo displayed at one sponsored mini golf hole
Recognition as the sponsor of that hole during MarylandFest
Logo included on shared mini golf signage

Tidewater Tee‑Off Sponsor — $150

Logo included on shared mini golf course sponsor signage
Recognition on MarylandFest website sponsor listing
Social media thank-you post

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2025 Attendance Marylandfest

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Download the MarylandFest sponsor packet

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Vampire Manor Sponsorship

Vampire Manor Sponsor Levels

Vampire Royalty

Exclusive title sponsor recognition.
Premium logo placement on the event website, promotional materials, event signage.
Invitations to two VIP events.
Social media spotlight highlighting the partnership.
Complimentary passes to the event.

$3600

Frost Fair

Frost Fair
Sponsor Levels

Blizzard

Exclusive title sponsor recognition.
Premium logo placement on the event website, promotional materials, event signage, and band stage.
Invitations to two VIP events.
Social media spotlight highlighting the partnership.
Complimentary passes to the event.

$7,500

Sponsor
Bundle Packages

Bundle Packages

Elite

Platinum MarylandFest recognition and benefits.
Vampire Royalty Vampire Manor recognition and benefits.
Blizzard Frost Fair recognition and benefits.
Name recognition and branding for 4 public programs in 2026.
Radio Advertising name recognition for MarylandFest and Frost Fair

$15,000

Sponsor

Three distinct events that offer exposure for your business.

MarylandFest

Vampire Manor

Frost Fair

Bundle Packages

Interested in more than one event? Consider one of our bundle packages for sponsorships

CONTACT

Email

MarylandFest Sponsor Levels

Platinum

Gold

Diamond

Silver

NEW - Crab Derby

NEW - Mini Golf

Vampire Manor Sponsor Levels

Vampire Royalty

$3600

Blood Society

$2,500

The Secret Society

$1,500

Frost Fair
Sponsor Levels

Blizzard

$7,500

Snowflake

$1,500

Flurry

$3,500

Frost

$500

Sponsor
Bundle Packages

Elite

$15,000

Super

$4,000

Grand

$9,000

Sponsor

Three distinct events that offer exposure for your business.

MarylandFest

Vampire Manor

Frost Fair

Bundle Packages

Interested in more than one event? Consider one of our bundle packages for sponsorships

CONTACT

Email

MarylandFest Sponsor Levels

Platinum

Vampire Manor Sponsor Levels

Vampire Royalty

$3600

Frost Fair Sponsor Levels

Blizzard

$7,500

Sponsor Bundle Packages

Elite

$15,000

Frost Fair
Sponsor Levels

Sponsor
Bundle Packages