Sponsoring the McMinnville Downtown Association provides your business with a unique opportunity to engage with the public while supporting the growth of downtown McMinnville. Through key seasonal initiatives like Discover Downtown, Main Street McMinnville, Fall Into Historic Downtown, and Merry McMinnville, The MDA promotes the best of our community year-round. Events within these seasons, such as the McMinnville Downtown Farmers Market, UFO Fest, MacFresco!, and Santa’s Parade and Tree Lighting, attract tens of thousands of visitors to our historic downtown each year, offering incredible exposure for your business.
We’re currently seeking sponsors to help support the programs that make downtown McMinnville special. We gratefully accept donations at any level, and your generous support will ensure the continued success and impact of our programming as well as play a crucial role in maintaining and growing the experiences that make downtown McMinnville a top destination for locals and visitors alike.
As a sponsor, you will have the opportunity to showcase your brand to a large audience, while positioning yourself as a key supporter of McMinnville’s growth and vibrancy.
Your sponsorship includes a variety of exclusive benefits, such as your logo featured on event announcements, banners, social media and weekly newsletter shout-outs. You’ll also enjoy prominent placement on the MDA website and event posters, plus additional perks like free parade entries and vendor booths, ensuring maximum visibility for your brand.
Together, we can build a thriving, dynamic downtown McMinnville that continues to grow and flourish for years to come!
Celebrate the heart of our community with Discover Downtown, featuring our Annual Dinner, the Love Letters to Downtown gratitude campaign, and a Downtown Photo Contest. From January to April, explore and connect with the people and places that make downtown special. Join us in honoring our past, sharing your love for our community, and capturing its beauty through your lens!
Celebrate summer with Main Street McMinnville, a series of exciting events from May through August. Enjoy the vibrant McMinnville Farmers Market, featuring fresh local produce and artisan goods. Experience the charm of MacFresco!, a lively recurring outdoor dining and entertainment event, and join in the fun at UFO Fest, where the town’s quirky connection to the unknown takes center stage. From farm-fresh finds to out-of-this-world festivities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy in downtown McMinnville.
Embrace the fall season with Fall Into Historic Downtown, a festive lineup of events in September and October. Stroll through town and enjoy Scarecrows on a Lamp Post, a charming display of creative scarecrow art. Bring the kids for Trick or Treat on Third Street, a safe and fun way to enjoy Halloween in the heart of downtown. Plus, get in the spooky spirit with our Spooky Coloring Contest, where little artists can show off their skills for a chance to win prizes. Fall fun for all ages awaits in historic downtown!
Celebrate the magic of the holiday season with Merry McMinnville, a festive lineup of events in November and December. Kick off the season with Santa’s Parade and Tree Lighting, a beloved tradition that lights up downtown. Get into the holiday spirit with Scratch & Win Tickets, offering fun prizes, and enjoy Locals Night, a special evening of shopping and deals for McMinnville residents. Admire the creativity of our Holiday Storefront Display Contest, and capture the perfect holiday memory with Santa Photos at The Cozine. It’s a season of joy, community, and festive cheer in downtown McMinnville!
