Columbus Parade & Italian Festival
2008 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Your company can be part of this fabulous celebration in New York's Capital City. This year, Albany's 17th Annual Columbus Parade & Italian Festival is on Saturday, October 11, 2008. And, it is made possible by our generous sponsors.

NINA SPONSORSHIP ~ Festival Stage ~ $2,500
The parade's reviewing stand is in front of the beautiful Washington Park Lakehouse. When the parade is over, more fun begins with live entertainment - singing, dancing, and opera. It truly is the focal point for a full afternoon of fun and Albany's celebration.

  • Your corporate identity/logo featured prominently on the stage.
  • 10 Tickets to the VIP reception after the parade.
  • Opportunity to carry your banner in the parade.
  • Identified sponsor on our website and in press materials.
  • VIP Parking.

PINTA SPONSORSHIP ~ Cultural Displays ~ $1,000
The committee is organizing some outstanding displays showcasing Italian-American Heritage. The displays will be in the center of all festival activities.

  • Your corporate identity/logo featured prominently at the festival.
  • 6 Tickets to the VIP reception after the parade.
  • Opportunity to carry your banner in the parade.
  • Identified as sponsor on our website and in press materials.
  • VIP Parking.

SANTA MARIA SPONSORSHIP ~ $500.00

  • Your corporate identity/logo featured prominently at the festival.
  • 4 Tickets to the VIP reception after the parade.
  • Identified as sponsor on our website and in press materials.

COLUMBUS PATRON SPONSORSHIP ~ $250.00 & under

  • Identified as sponsor on our website.
  • Your corporate identity/logo featured prominently at the festival.

For additional information, or to meet with members of the organizing committee, please contact:
Mike Tateo, Treasurer, at 518-641-7511.


Thank you for your interest!



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