Why Sponsor the Hertfordshire Festival of Music
✓ Established Reputation – 10 years of delivering high-quality programming
✓ Community Impact – Education and dementia outreach reaching marginalised groups
✓ Engaged Audience – 2,000+ loyal festival-goers from across the region
✓ Economic Benefit – Drives footfall to Hertford town centre and local venues
To discuss sponsorship opportunities, please contact:
Russell Marriott
info@hertsmusicfest.org.uk
07703 233 952
hertsmusicfest.org.uk
Join us in celebrating 10 years of “Made in Herts” – where world-class music meets community spirit.
SILVER SPONSOR £2,500 (four available)
Position: Supporting Partner with Meaningful Visibility
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Logo placement on Festival website, select printed materials, and social media
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Quarter-page advertisement in Festival programme
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VIP tickets for 4 guests with reserved seating at 2 concerts
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Invitation to Festival launch event or reception
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4 complimentary tickets to events of your choice
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Social media acknowledgement (minimum 2 posts)
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Recognition in Festival programme as Silver Sponsor
Ideal for: SMEs, local businesses, professional practices wanting to support the arts whilst gaining local exposure.
BRONZE SPONSOR – £1,000 (10 available)
Position: Community Partner
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Logo or name listing on Festival website and programme
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Eighth-page advertisement in Festival programme
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VIP tickets for 2 guests to 1 concert
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2 complimentary tickets to events of your choice
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Social media acknowledgement alongside other Bronze sponsors
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Recognition in Festival thank-you communications
Ideal for: Small local businesses, shops, startups, restaurants, professional services wanting community engagement.
PLATINUM SPONSOR £10,000+ (one available)
Position: Premier Festival Partner with Maximum Visibility
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Exclusive naming rights to a major event or venue (e.g., "Platinum Sponsor of the Finale Orchestral Concert")
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Logo placement on all marketing materials, website, social media, event programmes, posters, and venue signage
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Full-page advertisement in Festival programme (distributed to 2,000+ attendees)l
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VIP hospitality for 10 guests including reserved seating at flagship concerts and exclusive reception with artists
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Private recital or meet-the-artist session arranged for your clients/staff
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Dedicated social media campaign highlighting your partnership (pre-, during, and post-festival)
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Press release announcing your sponsorship distributed to local media
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Speaking opportunity at Festival opening or finale event
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10 complimentary tickets to events of your choice
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Festival Board representation (advisory role for future planning)
Ideal for: Major corporates, family foundations, high-net-worth individuals seeking maximum brand exposure and community impact.
GOLD SPONSOR £5,000 (two available)
Position: Major Partner with High Visibility
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Named sponsorship of a specific concert, talk, or outreach programme (e.g., "Gold Sponsor of Music on the River Lea")
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Logo placement on Festival website, social media, programmes, and event-specific materials
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Half-page advertisement in Festival programme
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VIP hospitality for 6 guests with reserved seating at 3 major concerts
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Invitation to exclusive Patrons' Reception with artists and festival directors
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6 complimentary tickets to events of your choice
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Dedicated social media posts (minimum 3) thanking your support
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Press acknowledgement in local media releases
Ideal for: Regional businesses, professional services firms, family trusts seeking strong community connection
BESPOKE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
We also welcome discussions about tailored sponsorship packages that align with your specific business objectives. Opportunities include:
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Individual Event Sponsorship (£500–£3,000 per concert/talk)
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Outreach Programme Sponsorship:
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"Music in Mind" Dementia Programme (£2,500)
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"From Folklore to Finale" Educational Programme (£3,500)
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Musical River Cruise (£1,000)
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Venue Sponsorship (e.g., All Saints' Church, McMullen Courtyard)
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Artist Sponsorship (bring a specific musician or ensemble to Hertfordshire)
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In-Kind Support (venue hire, catering, printing, transport, accommodation)
HFoM 2026
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45+ events including concerts, masterclasses, talks, river cruise, outreach
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2,500+ attendees from Hertfordshire and beyond
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11 concerts in historic Hertford venues
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Education & dementia outreach in schools and care homes
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Free and accessible events for all ages