We have three major events for sponsorships in 2025, The Quilt Block Bus Tour during the Appalachian True Heritage Festival, May 2 & 3, The Haywood County Studio Tour, September 20 & 21, and The Smoky Mountains Bluegrass Festival, October 25.
Our events are about bringing community members and visitors together to celebrate the arts in all its forms and the many unique places of Haywood County. Your sponsorship helps spread the word far and wide so people can join into these creative experiences, make memories, and preserve the Appalachian craft traditions of Western North Carolina.
Appalachian Heritage Weekend, May 2-3:This community-driven event celebrates the talent and creativity of emerging local artisans, musicians, and performers while showcasing the importance of the rich Appalachian roots that have inspired so much of our mountain creativity.
The Haywood County Studio Tour, September 20 & 21: The Haywood County Studio Tour is a two-day self-guided tour where hundreds of visitors are invited into artists’ studios to meet the artists, view demonstrations, and buy art. Studios are sprinkled throughout all of Haywood County bringing visitors to diverse locales both urban and rural.
Smoky Mountains Bluegrass Festival, October 25: Held at the beautiful Maggie Valley Festival Grounds at the peak of leaf season. Our annual fundraiser, the festival brings all the Haywood County Arts Council’s programs and artists together for a truly one-of-a-kind music-themed experience. The festival includes award-winning bluegrass bands, music-themed vendors, raffles, artist member demonstrations and artwork, a child and adult playground, and local drinks and food.
Contact Tonya Harwood for more information about Sponsorship Opportunities.
Here are six sponsorship levels inspired by quilt block names and their symbolic meanings:
Community Sponsor: Nine-Patch Block, $100
The Nine-Patch Block is a classic and sturdy quilt pattern that symbolizes strong foundations.
- Name listed on the event webpage.
- Mention in the event program.
Bronze Sponsor: Pinwheel Block, $250
The Pinwheel Block represents fun, excitement, and momentum. Much like Bronze Sponsors contribute to the dynamic energy of the event!
- All benefits of Community Sponsor, plus:
- Mention in one e-newsletter.
Silver Sponsor: Log Cabin Block, $500
The Log Cabin Block represents warmth, comfort, and hospitality, much like a strong supporter of an HCAC event. Silver Sponsors help hold the event together and provide fundamental backing.
- All benefits of Bronze Sponsor, plus:
- One social media. shoutout post
- Name listed on event signage.
Gold Sponsor: Flying Geese Block, $1,000
The Flying Geese Block symbolizes movement and progress, representing those who help propel the event forward. Gold Sponsors help provide essential resources to keep things soaring.
- All benefits of Silver Sponsor, plus:
- Logo featured on event webpage.
- Two Smoky Mountains Bluegrass Festival tickets.
Platinum Sponsor: Basket Block, $2,500
The Basket Block represents gathering, abundance, and support—much like Platinum Sponsors who help collect resources and provide essential backing to make an HCAC event successful!
- All benefits of Gold Sponsor, plus:
- Dedicated social media post (one per event sponsored).
- Logo included in all marketing materials for the event.
- Four Smoky Mountains Bluegrass Festival tickets.
Title Sponsor: Star Block, $5,000
The Star Block is often the centerpiece of a quilt, symbolizing prominence and leadership. As the Title Sponsor, this level represents the shining beacon of the event!
- All benefits of Platinum Sponsor, plus:
- Logo prominently featured on event signage and in all materials.
- Sponsorship acknowledgment during event announcements.
- Eight Smoky Mountains Bluegrass Festival tickets.
- Opportunity to have a vendor table or booth at all events.
