Sponsor Mariposa 250

On July 4, 2026, Mariposa hosts a free community celebration unlike any other in the Sierra foothills. A 200-drone aerial show, five stages of live music, an evening parade, and a downtown transformed for the day. Sponsors make it possible.

Choose your level of support below. When you are ready, your sponsorship is completed through the Mariposa County government portal. Simple, transparent, and officially processed.

Ready to Sponsor?

Sponsorship registration and payment is handled through the Mariposa County government website.

Become a Sponsor

Confirmed Sponsors

These organizations have committed to supporting Mariposa 250:

Mountain Fitness

Stage Sponsor

Smokin' Oak BBQ and Twisted Cedar Tap House

Stage Sponsor

Sponsorship Tiers

Presenting Sponsor

$50,000

1 slot available

The single top-tier partnership. Your organization is named in every public mention of Mariposa 250.

✓Dedicated Presented by recognition site-wide
✓Logo in all marketing materials
✓Verbal recognition during drone show
✓Dedicated press release
✓Banner at Stage 1 (Arts Park)
✓VIP hospitality for your team
✓Framed certificate and Executive Director thank-you

Red, White and Blue

$10,000

Up to 2 slots

Headline-tier partnership. Your logo appears inside the drone show.

✓Logo IN the 200-drone show (unique to this tier)
✓Prominent homepage Headline Sponsors display
✓Featured on sponsor page with description
✓Named in next event press release
✓Banner at event and verbal stage recognition
✓Tax receipt and framed certificate

Liberty Bell

$5,000

Standard tier

Signature partnership for organizations supporting a signature civic event.

✓Logo in homepage Signature Sponsors grid
✓First two Liberty Bell sponsors get verbal recognition at drone show
✓Featured on sponsor page
✓Included in next event press release
✓Named in event program

Stars and Stripes

$2,500

Standard tier

Core community partnership tier.

✓Logo on sponsor page and homepage community partners strip
✓Grouped social media announcement
✓Listed in event program
✓Tax receipt

We the People

$1,000

Standard tier

For small businesses and individuals who want meaningful recognition at a more accessible price point.

✓Logo on sponsor page and homepage community partners strip
✓Named in monthly sponsor roundup posts
✓Listed in event program
✓Tax receipt

Stage Sponsor

$400

5 stages available

Each of our 5 stages can be sponsored independently. Your logo appears at your stage all day.

✓Logo at your dedicated stage
✓Named as stage sponsor on Schedule page
✓Logo on sponsor page
✓Mentioned when your stage lineup is announced
✓Tax receipt

American Heritage

$250

Open, no cap

Accessible community partnership with a commemorative physical token.

✓Name on sponsor page
✓Commemorative lapel pin (tier-specific premium)
✓Listed in event program
✓Tax receipt

Spirit of 76

Any amount

All community welcome

Make a contribution in any amount. Supports the community education program.

✓Name on sponsor page
✓Grouped in community supporters mentions
✓Tax receipt

Nonprofit Information

Mariposa 250 is co-hosted by the Mariposa Butterfly Festival (501(c)(3), EIN 85-2475621) and Mariposa County. Sponsorships are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Your receipt is issued by the Butterfly Festival after payment is processed through the County.

Make History with Mariposa 250

July 4, 2026 marks America's 250th birthday. Your sponsorship underwrites free admission for an estimated 5,000 to 7,000 attendees, a 200-drone aerial show replacing traditional fireworks during wildfire season, and a day of celebration for Mariposa County.

Become a Sponsor

Questions? Email kimberly.mariposafestival@gmail.com or call 209-201-4137.