Sponsorship Opportunities for 2023 are now open!


Wausau Events is a 501-c3 nonprofit organization that builds community relationships with local partners, providing free events to the public. These events would not happen without the support of businesses like yours. Each event and sponsorship is unique, and we are looking forward to discussing them with you!

​To make a sponsorship appointment, please email: execdir@wausauevents.org
Winter Brew Fest & Winter Fest
  • January 27 & 28, 2023
  • 300 attendees for Winter Brew Fest and over 2,000 for Winter Fest!
  • Sponsorships available at all levels ​
  • Winter Brew Fest is a 21+ event and Winter Fest has activities for all ages the next day! 
  • ​All Winter Fest sponsors get a booth at the event to interact with families and kids. 
Summer Kickoff
  • June 3, 2023 at Fern Island
  • 3,000 attendees
  • Sponsorships available at all levels!
  • This event features a kid's movie, bounce houses, food vendors and other non-profit activities. It's a great way to kickoff the summer season and celebrate school being out for the rest of summer!
Concerts on the Square
  • Wednesdays, June-August, 6-8pm at the 400 Block 
  • Nearly 30,000 visits annually to the series
  • Sponsorships available for a single night,  or the whole series
  • Single night sponsorships $2000, Whole series for $10,000
  • Choose a night and shine! It is your night of the series so you are welcome to bring promotional materials, introduce the band, do giveaways, talk during intermission. 
Wings Over Wausau
  • June 16 & 17, 2023 at the Wausau Municipal Airport
  • 20,000+ attendees annually
  • Sponsorships available at all levels!
  • Event features a professional airshow & fireworks at dusk each night!
Run the Runway 5K
  • June 17, 2023 - Southeast Side Neighborhood
  • Over 300 participants yearly!
  • Sponsors receive a booth at the event and the opportunity to put an item in the participant's bags.
  • All levels available!
Big Bull Falls Blues Fest
  • Third Weekend in August at Fern Island Park
  • Over 7,000 in attendance annually
  • 3 bands on Friday and 5 on Saturday with side stage entertainment each day.
  • Sponsorships available for Saturday night entertainment, photo booth, VIP area, and more! We can customize the sponsorship to fit your needs. Sponsorships from $750 on up​
Beer & Bacon Fest
  • Third Saturday in September
  • Over 1,000 attendees annually
  • Sponsorships available at all levels!
  • Event includes beer & bacon vendors from all around Wisconsin providing samples at the event.​​
Harvest Fest
  • Second Saturday in October on The 400 Block
  • Over 4,000 people attend this event annually
  • Event includes activities for families on the 400 Block and surrounding businesses. A pumpkin patch, full petting zoo, kid's activities and more! ​
Holiday Parade
  • First Friday in December
  • Over 3,000 watch the parade and then many join the warming party in the Great Hall following the parade
  • Sponsorships available from $500 to $2000
  • Sponsors receive recognition in print ads, social media, radio, banners at event, and presence at event if desired
Not sure what event will maximize your sponsorship? Contact our Executive Director, and they can meet with you to find the right fit for your needs! Customization is always available, Wausau Events encourages all businesses to get involved and reap the benefits of a sponsorship of a community event.