Sponsor Info

Forecastle is a single-source, cost effective way to reach your entire target audience. Forecastle 2010 is expected to attract 25,000 attendees from across the country, with a nationwide media saturation campaign focused heavily on Midwest and Southern markets. The campaign will deliver 17 million web impressions, 6 million outdoor impressions, 1.9 million print readers, 1.7 million TV viewers, and 740,390 radio listeners. E-mail blasts will reach 20,000 subscribers 6X, with media rollout taking place in staggered stages for optimal saturation of 18-24, 25-34, and 35-45 markets.

Target Markets:
Louisville, Cincinnati, Indianapolis, Chicago, Atlanta, Nashville, St. Louis, Columbus, Knoxville, Lexington, Bloomington (30 secondary markets)

FORECASTLE IS YOUR CHANCE TO:

1. Brand promotions to millions over a single-source network of media campaigns focused heavily of Midwest and Southern markets
2. Save on annual budgets, providing a cost-effective method to advertise
3. Target 25,000 consumers in a comfortable, non-intrusive environment

BUILD YOUR BRAND: Awareness and Sales

1. Download the One-Sheet: PDF
2. Download the Sponsorship Program: PDF
3. Download the Sponsorship Grids: Title | Stage | Cash | Service
4. Watch Promotional Videos: Videos

Interested in becoming a sponsor? E-MAIL THE CAPTAIN. Please note that we also create a great deal of custom proposals. Just tell us your marketing objectives, and we will create a proposal that fits your needs.

“Forecastle was an amazing weekend! It was our pleasure to be involved, and we look forward to sponsoring next year!” ~ Tim Roethgen / Marketing Manager / Whole Foods

“Forecastle is a truly unique event – a creative fusion with a great vibe. We can’t wait to support the fest in future years.” ~ Tim Bantle / Midwest Representative / Patagonia

“It has been a pleasure being part of the Forecastle Festival for two years and see the immense growth that has taken place over that time. The passion of JK, the Forecastle Crew and fans make for a one-of-a-kind experience and opportunity for us to serve Southern Comfort cocktails.” ~ Sean Wachsman / PR / Southern Comfort

“It is always refreshing to work with event coordinators that possess a clear vision, know the meaning of innovation, and are well organized. JK McKnight and the Forecastle Crew certainly fit that description. JK’s passion and sense of professionalism all but insured a successful event. I look forward to working with JK and the crew for what promises to be a bigger and better festival in 2009.” ~ Mary Cecil / Midwest Marketing Manager / Red Bull North America

“As publisher of Kentucky’s #1 alternative newsweekly, we are proud to sponsor the fastest-growing festival in the Midwest. The balance of music, art, and activism is bold and refreshing, and the impression is lasting. I can’t wait to see what’s in store for 2008.” ~ Pam Brooks / Publisher / LEO

“BBC was thrilled to partner with JK McKnight and The Forecastle Festival. At the brewery we pride ourselves in sending a strong grassroots message into every market in which we do business, with the firm intent on giving back to that community as much as we receive. There is no better proof of that model than what you find in The Forecastle Festival and the fantastic vision JK has shown in such a short period of time.” ~ Scott Roussell / Manager / The BBC

“Hosting the Forecastle After-Parties was a great experience for us and our guests! JK and his crew were great to work with, and very thorough. We were able to increase sales and give our guests a unique experience they couldn’t find anywhere else!” ~ Troy Thomas / Marketing Director / Fourth Street Live

“91.9 WFPK and Forecastle are a perfect fit. This is exactly what our listeners want. As long as Forecastle is around, we can only hope that JK will allow us to take part.”~ Billy Hardison / Marketing and Special Events / 91.9 WFPK