2026 Sponsor Opportunities

The Town of Frederick offers many sponsorship opportunities that not only help you engage with potential customers but also make our community a better place. Partnering with the Town will help you gain exposure while showing that you’re committed to the community. With a wide variety of events and programs, as well as price points that fit any marketing budget, we’re sure there’s an opportunity for us to work together in 2026.

Click on each tab below to see the variety of sponsorship opportunities. When you're ready, complete the Sponsor Form to take the next steps.

Please keep in mind, sponsorships are available on a first come, first serve basis. If the sponsorship you’re interested in is no longer available, you will be contacted regarding other options.

Frederick In Flight - June 26, 27, 28

15th Annual Hot Air Balloon Festival

The Presenting Sponsor is the premier partnership opportunity for Frederick in Flight. This exclusive sponsorship level is designed for organizations seeking the highest level of visibility and engagement at Frederick’s biggest event. With a customizable package starting at over $10,000. The Presenting Sponsor receives prominent promotion across all Frederick in Flight marketing materials and in-person at the event, along with tailored opportunities to align with the organization’s goals. The Presenting Sponsor also receives the greatest number of hot air balloon flight opportunities and first priority in selecting preferred launch days.*

Premium Sponsor - $5000 (Three Available)

(5) 2-person hot air balloon flights during event*
2 x 4 foot sponsor-provided banner attached to the basket of the balloon
Sparkling apple cider landing ceremony with pilot
Sponsor logo on event marketing materials
(4) tickets to sponsor/pilot dinner
Booth space at the event

Stage Sponsor - $5000 (One Available)

Sponsor-provided banner prominently displayed on or near the stage
Opportunity to share 1 minute “commercial” spot live on the stage, or pre-recorded.
Logo on event marketing materials
(4) tickets to sponsor/pilot dinner
Booth space at event

Skydiving Sponsor (One Available) - $1500

Skydivers will jump on Saturday morning with one sponsor-provided banner*
(1) 2-person hot air balloon flight during event*
Sparkling apple cider landing ceremony with pilot
Name recognition on select event marketing materials
Booth space at the Saturday night festival only

Special Shape Balloon Sponsor (Six Available) - $1,000

(1) 2-person special shape hot air balloon flight during event*
2 x 4 foot sponsor-provided banner attached to the basket of the balloon
Sparkling apple cider landing ceremony with pilot
Name recognition on event marketing materials
(2) tickets to sponsor/pilot dinner
Booth space at the Saturday night festival only

Hot Air Balloon Sponsor - $500 (Twenty Available)

(1) 2-person hot air balloon flight during event*
2 x 4 foot sponsor-provided attached to the basket of the balloon
Sparkling apple cider landing ceremony with pilot
(2) tickets to sponsor/pilot dinner
Name recognition on select event marketing materials
Booth space at the Saturday night festival only

Bucket List Sponsor - $400 (Ten Available)

(1) 2-person hot air balloon flight during event*
Sparkling apple cider landing ceremony with pilot

Souvenir Sponsor - $250 (Three Available)

This sponsorship is only for businesses that are coming to the event to sell hot air balloon themed souvenirs or balloon and flight-related items. If you think you might be a fit for the event, please complete the Sponsor Form and our team will connect with you.

Booth space at the Saturday night festival only

* All hot air balloon flights and flight activities are weather permitting. If unsafe flying conditions prevent lift-off on the morning of your flight, we will do our best to reschedule your flight during the event. However, due to the nature of this event, we cannot guarantee flights after the event.