Connect Your Business with a Beloved Community Tradition

The Reading Liederkranz Oktoberfest is one of our largest and most visible public events of the year, welcoming thousands of guests for five days of German food, beer, music, dancing, culture, and community.

Sponsorship gives your business meaningful exposure before and during the festival while helping preserve and celebrate the German cultural traditions that make Oktoberfest such a special event.

10,000+ Guests
Five days of festival attendance and community engagement.

Five-Day Festival
Wednesday, September 30 through Sunday, October 4, 2026.

Community Visibility
Recognition opportunities through signage, website listings, program ads, social media, and event mentions.

Available Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsorship opportunities are available at several levels, with benefits designed to recognize your support both on-site and through Reading Liederkranz promotional channels.

Presenting Sponsor — $10,000

Exclusive sponsorship level with premier recognition, naming rights, premium signage, full-page program ad, social media spotlight posts, opening ceremony speaking opportunity, reserved tables, tickets, and more.

Gold Sponsor — $5,000

Major sponsor recognition with prominent logo placement, website listing, half-page program ad, group social media recognition, event tickets, and verbal recognition.

Silver Sponsor — $1,000

Strong community sponsorship level with select signage, website recognition, quarter-page program ad, thank-you posts, event tickets, and verbal recognition.

Bronze Sponsor — $500

Entry-level sponsorship with name recognition, thank-you posts, event tickets, and verbal recognition.

Looking for a Custom Sponsorship Option?

Custom and in-kind sponsorships are welcome. Businesses may support specific festival needs such as wristbands, entertainment, décor, transportation, festival supplies, or other Oktoberfest elements.

Recognition will be based on the value of the contribution and the item or area sponsored.

Sponsorship Deadline: August 1, 2026

To guarantee inclusion in printed materials and festival promotions, sponsorship commitments and logo/artwork must be submitted by August 1, 2026.

Logos should be provided in vector format or as high-resolution artwork whenever possible.

Ready to Sponsor Oktoberfest?

1. Review the Sponsorship Packet
Download the packet to compare sponsorship levels and benefits.

2. Choose Your Sponsorship Level
Select the opportunity that best fits your business and promotional goals.

3. Submit Your Commitment
Return your completed sponsorship form and artwork by the August 1 deadline.

4. Join Us at Oktoberfest
Enjoy visibility at one of the Reading Liederkranz’s signature public events.

Questions About Sponsorship?

We would be happy to discuss sponsorship opportunities, custom packages, and ways your business can be part of the 2026 Reading Liederkranz Oktoberfest.