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Call For Sponsors/Exhibitors
2027 NC Main Street Conference
March 9-11, 2027 | Morganton, NC
CoMMA Performing Arts Center
401 S. College Street, Morganton, NC 28655
The Ultimate Downtown Revitalization Event
Join the nation’s largest statewide conference focused entirely on downtown revitalization. More than 800 professionals from over 140 communities, downtown leaders, elected officials, business and property owners, and dedicated volunteers, come together to spark transformative change.
Many attendees work with tight budgets, so they count on this event for unmatched education and networking. With the support of our partners, we deliver a high value, accessible conference experience.
Important Deadlines
Sign Up Deadline
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October 15, 2026, OR once spaces are filled
Payment Deadline
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November 1, 2026
You’ll receive an invoice after signing up and are asked to pay by credit card.
All submissions must be completed through our portal. Even if nothing has changed from last year, please reupload your logo and updated information.
On November 16, we will confirm our list of paid sponsors and exhibitors. Any unpaid spots may be offered to those on the waiting list.
Don’t miss your chance to help shape the future of North Carolina’s downtowns and beyond!
Questions: Sponsor and Exhibitor Signups
Naomi McLaurin Riley, MSARP
Main Street Education Coordinator
NC Main Street & Rural Planning Center
Rural Economic Development Division
North Carolina Department of Commerce
LEVELS:
Heritage Sponsor with OPTIONAL Tradeshow Booth ($5,000)
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Premier Booth Placement
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8 complimentary conference registrations
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An opportunity to participate in the Tradeshow at the conference from Tuesday – Wednesday
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Inclusion in the conference tradeshow guide should you choose to exhibit at the conference (company name, logo and brief description of your products or services)
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Logo recognition in the awards and champions programs
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Logo listing as a conference sponsor on the North Carolina Main Street Conference website with maximum exposure, for one full year!
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An opportunity to include marketing materials in conference bags
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Opt-in list of attendees who consented to share their email addresses for future marketing outreach. You will receive one opt-in list prior to the conference and a final opt-in list after the conference.
Legacy Sponsor with OPTIONAL - Tradeshow Booth ($2,500)
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Premier Booth Placement
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4 complimentary conference registrations
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An opportunity to participate in the Tradeshow at the conference from Tuesday – Wednesday
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Inclusion in the conference tradeshow guide should you choose to exhibit at the conference. (company name, logo and brief description of your products or services)
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Logo recognition in the awards and champions programs
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Logo listing as a conference sponsor on the North Carolina Main Street Conference website with maximum exposure, for one full year!
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An opportunity to include marketing materials in conference bags
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Opt-in list of attendees who consented to share their email addresses for future marketing outreach. You will receive one opt-in list prior to the conference and a final opt-in list after the conference.
Tradition Sponsor with OPTIONAL - Tradeshow Booth ($1,500)
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2 complimentary conference registrations
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An opportunity to participate in the Tradeshow at the conference from Tuesday – Wednesday
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Inclusion in the conference tradeshow guide should you choose to exhibit at the conference. (company name, logo and brief description of your products or services)
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Logo recognition in the awards and champions programs
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Logo listing as a conference sponsor on the North Carolina Main Street Conference website with maximum exposure, for one full year!
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An opportunity to include marketing materials in conference bags
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Opt-in list of attendees who consented to share their email addresses for future marketing outreach. You will receive one opt-in list prior to the conference and a final opt-in list after the conference.
Preservation Sponsor ($1,000)
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1 complimentary conference registration
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Name recognition in the awards and champions programs
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Name listing as a conference sponsor on the North Carolina Main Street Conference website with maximum exposure, for one full year!
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An opportunity to include marketing materials in conference bags
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Opt-in list of attendees who consented to share their email addresses for future marketing outreach. You will receive one opt-in list prior to the conference and a final opt-in list after the conference.
Exhibitor Only ($1,000)
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2 complimentary conference registrations
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Participate in the Tradeshow at the conference from Tuesday - Wednesday
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Inclusion in the conference tradeshow guide (company name, logo and brief description of your products or services)
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An opportunity to include marketing materials in conference bags
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Opt-in list of attendees who consented to share their email addresses for future marketing outreach. You will receive one opt-in list prior to the conference and a final opt-in list after the conference.