Vendor Registration - North Columbus KidsFest - 7/17/25

Join us for the 1st Annual North Columbus KidsFest—a high-energy, multicultural celebration just in time for back-to-school!

About this Event


VENDOR REGISTRATION: North Columbus KidsFest

• Thursday, July 31, 2025 | 5–8 PM
• Mater Academy, 5085 Reed Rd, Columbus, OH 43220
• Free Admission | Outdoor Event | 2,000+ Expected Attendees

About the Event

Join us for the 1st Annual North Columbus KidsFest—a high-energy, multicultural celebration just in time for back-to-school! This event is your chance to connect with families from North Columbus, Clintonville, Worthington, Upper Arlington, Hilliard, and surrounding areas.

Parents will attend to find local resources, classes, programs, and back-to-school essentials—along with fun, food, and entertainment for the whole family!

What’s Happening at the Festival

• International Talent, Fashion & Trivia Contests
• Free School Supplies (First 200 kids!)
• Character Visits (Stitch, Sonic & more)
• Mini Golf, Carnival Games, Tunnel Fort Zone
• Face Painting, Dance Shows, Live Music
• Bubble House, Prize Wheel, Duck Game, Lollipop Game
• Free Cotton Candy, Cookies & Popcorn
• Food Trucks, Shopping, and More!

Vendor Opportunities (Outdoor)

(1) Booth Only Opportunities

Perfect for vendors, businesses, crafters, and local organizations.

Scavenger Hunt Booth (10x10) – $300

• Be 1 of 9 exclusive stops on the scavenger hunt map—high traffic.

General Booth (10x10) – $250

• Perfect for local businesses to connect with area families.

Crafter / Direct Sales Booth (10x10) – $75

• Affordable option for handmade or home-based businesses.

Sponsorship Packages (Booth Included + Branding)

All Sponsorships Include: Booth space + logo placement on event website, flyers, posters, and signage

(2) Top Sponsorships - (80-90% of Attendees to your booth):

Title Sponsor – $1,000

• Titled into the name of the event – included on all marketing
• Direct linked at the top of event Web page
• Balloon Artist at your booth - #1 Destination!
• Email Address of all Attendees
• 2 - 5x2 Banners one each at Stage & Front Entrance
• Flyer/postcard distributed to attendees
• Featured on event flyers, posters and website
• 1st Booth at Event

Premier Sponsor – $800

• Balloon artist at booth, top-tier branding, flyers, banners & prime booth near the front.

Face Painter Sponsor – $600

• A top draw—80–90% of attendees visit your booth!

Sonic Meet & Greet Zone – $400

• Character visit, music, and giveaways at your booth—part of the Fun Pass.

Back-to-School Supply Sponsor – $400

• Distribute 200 free kits from your booth—great goodwill and visibility.

(3) Fun Pass Booths (70-80% of attendees visit)

All attendees receive a Fun Pass featuring booths with engaging games and giveaways:

Duck Matching Game – $450

• Win one of 4 prize types—great family interaction.

Lollipop Game – $450

• Over 1,000 lollipops and sucker trees—simple and popular.

(4) Scavenger Hunt Destinations (60-70% Attendees Visit Your Booth)

One of Eleven featured booth stops—60–70% attendance expected visit to your booth

Map (Gold): $450

• Be the first stop! Logo on event map, attendee email list, candy bin included.

Cotton Candy Sponsor – $400

• Distribute 200 pre-packed servings made by a local youth entrepreneur.

Scavenger Booth Only – $350

• Get featured as 1 of the 9 official stops—great exposure.

(5) Branding & High-Visibility Sponsorships (Booth optional)

Main Stage Sponsor – $500

• Stage mentions, 5’x2’ banner, and branding as presenting sponsor.

Fun Zone Sponsor – $400

• 5’x2 ‘Banner signage, booth near the action, 30 free bounce park passes.

Carnival Game Sponsor - $400

• 5’x2 Banner, booth by game area, and 50 carnival tickets.

Entrance Sponsor - $350

• 5’x2’ banner entrance, flyer/coupon distribution, and top booth placement if attending.

Add-Ons

• Candy Bin (with booth) – $50
• Candy/Prize Donation Supporter – $10 to $300

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Questions? Contact Greg Yoakam at Z3JlZyB8IGtpZHNsaW5rZWQgISBjb20=

SPONSORSHIPS NO LONGER AVAILABLE:

Bag Sponsor – $350 (you provide) / $800 (we produce)

• Logo on event bags handed to attendees at check-in.

Bubble Gum Game + Scavenger Hunt – $475

• Double visibility as both a Fun Pass & scavenger stop!

Lucky Coin Game + Scavenger Hunt – $475

• Pirate-themed prize game—super fun and interactive.

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