About the Mountain State Art and Craft Fair

The Mountain State Art and Craft Fair (MSACF) is widely known as the “Grandaddy of all Art and Craft Fairs.” Now in its 63rd year, the fair introduces guests to the best of Appalachia, including our juried artisans, performers, and educational offerings aimed at preserving the Appalachian culture we all hold dear by showcasing Appalachian heritage crafts.  Additionally, your sponsorship will assist in training the next generation of artists and artisans through individual grants from our scholarship program. 

Recent Growth

The MSACF, like many other significant regional events, was devastated by the effects of the COVID years.  We are happy to report that due to our loyal guests, talented artists and artisans, and community-minded sponsors like you, the fair has grown 40% in the last three years.  In 2024, our fair featured over 100 artisans, musicians, and vendors and was attended by over 8,000 guests from all over the mid-Atlantic region.  Our Board of Directors is focused on continuing the growth of our fair and safeguarding our rich heritage for the next generation.

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How Can You Help?

We hope that we can add your company’s name to the list of community-focused sponsors who help us keep this tradition alive.  Your donation will not only help the MSACF continue to grow, but it will also place your name in front of potential customers and highlight your support of the communities in which we live. The following is a list of sponsorship options currently available.  In addition to the sponsorship options listed here, we would be happy to discuss custom offerings that fit your budget and marketing needs.

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Our Partnering Philosophy 

Our goal is to create customized, multi-year partnering opportunities for our sponsors. 2025 sponsors will benefit from recognition in our robust social media marketing, both pre-and post-event, print materials, and speaking opportunities to provide maximum visibility to the 8,000 to 10,000 guests expected at the 2025 MSACF. Additionally, by partnering in 2025, you have the first right of refusal at the same partnership level for 2026 with no price increase. 

After reviewing the sponsorship packages below, please complete the form below and our representative will reach out to discuss how we can develop a sponsorship program that fits your business needs.

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$5,000 Platinum Sponsorship

• Logo or verbal recognition on all TV and Radio spots

• Logo on all social media marketing and vendor highlights

• 3 “thank you posts” per month on social media leading up to the fair

• Premium Logo placement on the MSACF homepage and sponsor page, with a link to your company’s website

• Premium Logo placement on all printed materials, including fair guide and vendor map

• Tent Sponsor for two artisan tents

• Recognition from the podium for all three days of the 2025 MSACF

• Participant in the Opening Ceremonies opening of the fair

• Premier logo placement on all ticket booths

• Co-sponsor of the main entertainment stage

• Co-sponsor of all event gates

• The opportunity to welcome guests from the stage on all three days of the fair

• 20 free gate passes

$3,000 Gold Sponsorship

• 2 “thank you posts” per month on social media leading up to the fair

• Prominent logo placement on the MSACF sponsor page, with a link to your company’s website

• Prominent logo placement on all printed materials, including fair guide and vendor map

• Tent Sponsor for two Artisan Tent

• Logo on one ticket booth

• Co-sponsor of the Cooking and Demonstration Stage

• Recognition from the podium for all three days of the 2025 MSACF

• Opportunity to attend the Opening Ceremonies of the fair

• The opportunity to welcome guests from the stage on the day of the fair

• 10 free gate passes

$2000 Silver Sponsorship

• 1“thank you post” per month on social media leading up to the fair

• Logo placement on the MSACF sponsor page, with a link to your company’s website

• Logo placement on all printed materials, including fair guide and vendor map

• Tent Sponsor for one Artisan Tent

• Logo on one ticket booth

• Co-sponsor of the Cornmeal Tent

• Recognition from the podium for all three days of the 2025 MSACF

• Opportunity to attend the Opening Ceremonies of the fair

• The opportunity to welcome guests from the stage on one day of the fair

$1000 Mountain State Patron

• 1“Thank you post” on social media leading up to the fair

• Logo placement on the MSACF sponsor page, with a link to your company’s website

• Logo placement on all printed materials, including fair guide

• Logo on one ticket booth

• Tent Sponsor for one Artisan Tent

• Recognition from the podium for all three days of the 2025 MSACF

• Opportunity to attend the Opening Ceremonies of the fair

• Sponsor of the Chalk the Walk Contest (All Ages)

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