GET INVOLVED

The NC Apple Festival wouldn’t be possible without the support of our amazing community! Whether you want to become a sponsor or volunteer, there are plenty of ways to be part of this beloved tradition. Your involvement helps keep the festival thriving while celebrating our region’s rich apple-growing heritage.

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Attendees Annually

Dollars contributed to the local economy

Sponsor Levels

Presenting Sponsor - $15,000
This top-tier sponsorship has been secured for 2025.
Entertainment Stage Sponsor - $8,000

(limited to two non-competing businesses)

  • Listed as the Entertainment Stage sponsor in all event materials and media placements (website, ads, social media, radio, etc).
  • Opportunity to address the crowd podium/stage during Opening Ceremonies
  • Prominent logo placement on Entertainment Stage banners at the Historic Courthouse
  • Featured spot on the Entertainment & Sponsorship pages of the NC Apple Festival website
  • Logo featured on the 2025 Apple Festival volunteer t-shirt
King Apple Parade Sponsor - $5,000

This top-tier sponsorship has been secured for 2025.

Food Court Sponsor - $5,000

(Exclusive)

  • Listed as the Food Court sponsor in all event materials and media placements
  • Flags with your logo on the corners of the Food Court streets (Kanuga & Barnwell)
  • Prominent logo placement on Entertainment Stage banners at the Historic Courthouse
  • Featured spot on the Street Fair & Sponsors page of the website
  • Logo featured on the 2025 Apple Festival volunteer T-shirt
Double Street Fair Booth - $5,000

(Limited availability)

  • Two 10’x10′ booths on Main Street (Aug. 29–Sept. 1, 2025)
  • Listed as a sponsor in all event materials and media placements
  • Logo placement on Entertainment Stage banners
  • Featured spot on the Sponsors page of the website
  • Logo featured on the 2025 Apple Festival volunteer T-shirt
  • Please note: Sponsors may not sell items from their booth
Single Street Fair Booth - $3,000

(Limited availability)

  • One, 10×10 spots on Main Street for the 2025 Street Fair (Friday, Aug 29 to Monday, Sept 1)
  • Listed as a sponsor in all event materials and media placements
  • Logo placement on Entertainment Stage banners
  • Logo featured on the Sponsors page of the website
  • Please note: Sponsors may not sell items from their booth
Honeycrisp Apple Supporter - $2,000

(unlimited)

  • Listed as a sponsor in all event materials and media placements
  • Logo placement on Entertainment Stage banners
  • Logo featured on the Sponsors page of the website
Gala Apple Supporter - $1,000

(unlimited)

  • Listed as a sponsor in all event materials and media placements
  • Name (not logo) on Entertainment Stage banners
  • Name featured on the Sponsors page of the website

Volunteer

Join the North Carolina Apple Festival team and be part of an exciting and rewarding experience! Volunteering is a great way for individuals, families, school groups, churches, community organizations, and businesses to contribute to this beloved festival and support an amazing cause.

We are looking for volunteers to assist with the merchandise and beverage booths throughout the weekend. Volunteers should be available for a 3-hour shift and wear comfortable clothing. Each volunteer will receive an official NC Apple Festival T-shirt to wear while on duty. You can select the days and shifts that work best for you, based on availability.

Become a part of something special and help make the NC Apple Festival an unforgettable experience for everyone!

For more information or to sign up, please click below.