Wigan Pride | Sponsor

SPONSOR WIGAN PRIDE

Wigan Pride is only free thanks to the generosity of our sponsors and from the kindness of donations from those who march with and for us.

So, whether you're a big brand, small business or a community group, you can get involved and celebrate Pride with us! The inclusive town centre event attracts hundred's of people to Wigan Town Centre, parade and stages with an even bigger reach on social media.

Supporting Pride demonstrates your support for the LGBTQ+ community, to your employee networks, potential customers and client base. Regardless, we'd love to have you with us celebrating equality, diversity and inclusivity.

If you have any questions please don't hesitate to contact us at business@wiganpride.com

*For any LGBTQ+ non-profit community groups or organisations unable to contribute financially please email us at business@wiganpride.com

Closing date for all applications is 30th June 2023 at 23:59

SPONSOR PACKAGES

BELIEVE SPONSOR

Perfect for non-profit groups

The Believe Sponsor package has been created solely to support our non-profit community groups and charities to promote their causes.

£50*

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PROGRESS SPONSOR

Perfect for small businesses

The Progress Sponsor package has been created to support new and existing local businesses to promote and sell their products or services.

£100

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UNITY SPONSOR

Perfect for large businesses

The Unity Sponsor package has been created for established businesses to support our cause, promote their business and sell their products or services.

£500

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PARTNER SPONSOR

Perfect for corporations

The Partner Sponsor package has been created for those businesses who can support our cause financially.

This a premium stall plot located on Market Place at the heart of the event, closest to the Unity stage (main stage).

£2,000

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Limited Availability

HEADLINE SPONSOR

Perfect for large corporations

The Headline Sponsor package has been created for an organisation to truly show their support to the LGBTQ+ community.

As our headline sponsor you will help shape Wigan Pride 2023. You will be an integral part to the success of our event.

£5,000

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One Available

PRIDE AFTERPARTY

Perfect for nighttime economy

The Pride Afterparty Sponsor package has been created to help turn Wigan into our very own gay village.

Once Wigan Pride draws to a close, we want to hand the pride baton over to you to help continue the pride celebrations!

£500

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New for 2023

SPONSOR PACKAGES EXPLAINED

	Believe Package	Progress Package	Unity Package	Partner Package	Headline Package
Market stall plot	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
Additional parade places	10	10	20	30	30
Wigan Pride pin badges or patches	10	10	10	20	30
Wigan Pride pins	10	10	10	20	20
Wigan Pride Lanyards	10	10	10	20	20
Wigan Pride lanyards	10	10	10	20	20
Logo on website	-	✔	✔	✔	✔
Mentions & promotions across social media	-	Collective	1	2	4+
Promotional material included promo bags	-	-	✔	✔	✔
Included in official programme	-	-	Mentioned	Logo	Full Page (A7)
Mentions in press releases	-	-	-	✔	✔
Featured on main stage screen	-	-	-	✔	✔
Opportunity to speak on Unity stage	-	-	-	-	✔
Sponsor naming rights to a headline artist	-	-	-	-	✔
Consultation with our Chair	-	-	-	-	✔
Sponsor naming rights to Unity stage	-	-	-	-	✔
Logo on posters and banners	-	-	-	-	✔
Sponsor naming rights to the Parade	-	-	-	-	✔

View sponsor packages in detail

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Are there any age restrictions

No, there are no age restrictions for people to join our Parade but all under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.
Can I bring banners

Yes, please do! We encourage our entries to bring banners that show our crowds who you are and what your message is.
Does Wigan Pride Parade allow floats

Wigan Pride does not allow external vehicles/floats
Can I just turn up on the day and join the Parade?

No, you are not able to turn up on the day. All Parade participants need to be pre registered ahead of the parade due to health and safety.
Can I walk on my own

Unfortunately we don’t facilitate individual entries.