DATE CHANGE! Thanks to an overactive hurricane season, the new date for our Fall Expo will be Wednesday, December 11, 2024. While the weather is beyond our control, we are looking forward to a December date that will allow us to host a fantastic and valuable event for everyone. #ManateeStrong - Let's make this the largest Fall Expo ever as we support local businesses and rebuild together!
DON'T MISS IT! The Manatee Chamber Fall Expo is one of the BEST opportunities to network and make connections. The event showcases local businesses and features complimentary light bites from Chamber member restaurants, entertainment, door prizes, and a grand prize that's sure to impress.
2024 Fall Expo Grand Prize:Mayor's Suite at the ballpark for up to 25 guests for a 2025 Bradenton Marauders game including Food & Beverage (basic food package and non-alcoholic drinks). $1,250 VALUE! To enter the drawing for the grand prize, please bring donations for Meals on Wheels PLUS: baby formula, canned meats, peanut butter, canned beans, and protein bars.
Available Sponsorships: Corporate Sponsor - $2000 **We provide industry exclusivity at this sponsorship level. Only one business per category. **
Premium Placement 10' x 20' DOUBLE exhibit space
Two (2) 6-foot skirted tables
Four (4) chairs
Sponsor recognition pre, during, and post event
Ten (10) complimentary admissions to event
Door Prize Depot Sponsor - $2000
Premium Placement 10' x 20' DOUBLE exhibit space
Two (2) 6-foot skirted tables
Four (4) chairs
Company logo on Door Prize Depot signage
Sponsor recognition pre, during, and post event
Ten (10) complimentary admissions to event
Supporting Sponsor - $950
Premium Placement 10' x10' exhibit space
6-foot skirted table
Two (2) chairs
Sponsor recognition pre, during, and post event
Four (4) complimentary admissions to event
Exhibit Space: 10' x 10' Exhibit Space - $475 - **ability to bring own 10x10 pop-up tent**
10' x 10' exhibit space*
Two (2) complimentary admissions to event
8' x 8' Exhibit Space - $425 - **tent not permitted**
8' x 8' exhibit space*
Two (2) complimentary admissions to event
*All Exhibit Spaces include a 6-foot skirted table and two (2) chairs
Tent Add-on - $250 Includes 10' x 10' tent
Electric Add-on - $50 Limited Availability
EXPO Tickets:
$5 pre-purchased admission (Member)
$10 pre-purchased admission (Non-Member)
$10 at the door (All)
Open to the public | Free parking
*Ballpark concession stands will be selling food along with cash bars (cash or credit).
Cancellations after November 27th will be invoiced as guarantees made on your behalf to the venue. Refunds and credits will not be issued after the November 27th cancellation deadline.
We sincerely appreciate your understanding and flexibility as we pivot (once again) to deal with what Mother Nature brought our way. We are super excited that the Pirates/Marauders were able to offer us this new date - they love Fall Expo, too!