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International Women’s Day Market
Celebrate Women. Support Entrepreneurs. Reach an Engaged Audience.
The International Women’s Day Weekend Market brings together 50+ women-owned businesses and 2,000+ attendees over two days in a curated, high-energy indoor market experience.
This event is mission-driven and commercially vibrant — attracting shoppers who intentionally support local and women-led enterprises.
Why Sponsor International Women’s Day?
- 2,000+ attendees over two days
- 12,000+ newsletter reach
- Strong media coverage and digital engagement
- Vendor booth + networking event access
- Association with women’s leadership and empowerment
Best for: Financial institutions, healthcare providers, professional service firms, and brands focused on equity and entrepreneurship. -
Lincoln Square Farmers Market
Support Local. Show Up Weekly. Stay Top of Mind All Season.
Operating twice weekly from May through November, the Lincoln Square Farmers Market welcomes over 60,000+ visitors annually and features 50+ vendors each week.
Unlike single-day events, the Market offers repeated, consistent brand exposure across an entire season — creating familiarity, trust, and recognition.
Why Sponsor the Farmers Market?
- 60,000+ seasonal visitors
- 50,000+ annual website views
- 5,000+ newsletter subscribers
- On-site booth and activation opportunities
- Strong alignment with sustainability, food access, and local agriculture
Best for: Healthcare providers, banks, grocery brands, wellness companies, and organizations seeking long-term community visibility. -
Square Roots Festival
Music. Community. 40,000+ Reasons to Show Up.
Square Roots is one of Chicago’s most iconic neighborhood festivals, drawing 40,000+ attendees over three days.
With major media coverage and a hyper-local North Side audience, this festival offers large-scale visibility combined with strong community credibility.
Why Sponsor Square Roots?
- 40,000+ attendees
- 79% North Side audience
- Extensive media exposure
- Stage sponsorship and large-scale signage opportunities
- Deep alignment with arts and culture
Best for: Regional brands, healthcare systems, banks, and corporations seeking large-scale festival visibility. -
Apple Fest
Celebrate Fall. Capture Attention. Connect With Thousands.
Apple Fest is one of Lincoln Square’s most beloved neighborhood traditions, drawing thousands of residents and visitors for a weekend of live music, local vendors, family activities, and seasonal celebration.
This highly anticipated fall festival creates powerful brand exposure in a relaxed, community-driven setting where attendees come ready to shop, dine, and explore.
Why Sponsor Apple Fest?
- High-volume foot traffic over three days (70k+)
- Prominent logo placement on signage, print materials, and digital promotions
- On-site activation opportunities and vendor presence
- Alignment with a long-standing neighborhood tradition
Best for: Brands looking for large-scale visibility and strong consumer engagement during a peak retail weekend. -
Spring & Fall Wine Stroll
Support. Promote. Connect.
Held twice annually and selling out quickly, the Wine Stroll attracts 500+ attendees per season and features 40+ participating businesses.
This event is perfect for a friends night out and drives participants directly into neighborhood retail spaces — creating a built-in pathway for discovery and purchase.
Why Sponsor Wine Stroll?
- 10,000+ annual website views
- 12,000+ newsletter reach
- Glassware, lanyard, and swag branding opportunities
- Direct mail exposure to 15,000 local residents
- After-party hosting opportunities
Best for: Restaurants, retail brands, beverage companies, and experiential marketing-focused organizations. -
The Great Bake Walk
Sweet Treats. Local Exploration. Direct Engagement.
The Great Bake Walk premiered in 2025 and invited attendees to explore Lincoln Square businesses while sampling baked goods from local bakeries. This family-friendly walking experience creates organic traffic flow and meaningful engagement between participants and neighborhood shops.
Why Sponsor The Great Bake Walk?
- Direct foot traffic into participating storefronts
- Swag bag branding and map recognition
- Digital and print promotion exposure
- Strong alignment with local retail support
Best for: Bakeries, grocery brands, financial institutions, and businesses looking for high-quality local engagement. -
Summer Concert Series
Summer Vibes. Weekly Visibility. Community Connection.
For over two decades, the Summer Concert Series has transformed Giddings Plaza into a lively Thursday night destination, drawing 500+ attendees per concert throughout the summer.
With strong digital reach — including 37K+ social followers — this series offers both on-site and online exposure.
Why Sponsor the Summer Concert Series?
- Weekly exposure June through August
- 11,500+ website views
- 12,000+ newsletter reach
- Vendor booth and band sponsorship options
- High-visibility outdoor signage placements
Best for: Hospitality, beverage brands, family-focused services, and businesses seeking consistent summer presence.