Sponsoring an event at The Oval Bandstand & Lawns is an opportunity for local and regional businesses to support community-led events in Margate while gaining meaningful visibility with a large and engaged audience.
Each year, The Oval hosts a wide programme of live music, outdoor cinema, family events, festivals and wellbeing activities. These events attract thousands of residents and visitors and play an important role in keeping culture and community activity accessible in Cliftonville and the wider Margate area.
As a not-for-profit, community-led venue, we work hard to keep ticket prices affordable. Event sponsorship helps cover essential costs such as artists, production, sound and lighting, event staff, security and equipment hire, ensuring events can take place safely and to a high standard.
Sponsorship at The Oval is flexible and can be tailored to suit different budgets, audiences and objectives. We work closely with sponsors to ensure partnerships feel authentic, visible and aligned with both the event and the local community.
Why should you sponsor an event?
Event sponsorship offers more than logo placement. It provides an opportunity to associate your brand with positive community experiences in a well-loved seafront venue, while reaching local residents, families and visitors in a relaxed and welcoming environment.
Depending on the event and sponsorship level, benefits may include:
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Association with a specific event or performance
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Brand visibility across event signage and site locations
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Logo placement on stage, event materials and digital listings
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Category exclusivity, where appropriate
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Opportunities for on-site presence such as promotional tents
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Mentions across event marketing and online listings
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Invitations to preview events or sponsor hospitality (where available)
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Opportunities to engage directly with audiences in an agreed and appropriate way
(All sponsorship activity is agreed in advance to ensure it fits the event and audience.)
Who sponsors events at The Oval
Our sponsors range from local independent businesses and regional organisations to larger brands looking to connect with audiences in Margate through cultural and community activity. We prioritise partnerships that respect the character of the venue and the needs of the community.
Apply to Sponsor an Event
If you are interested in sponsoring an event at The Oval Bandstand & Lawns, please complete the enquiry form below. A member of the team will be in touch to discuss suitable opportunities.
You may also be interested in: upcoming events at The Oval Bandstand our guide to what’s on in Margate information about performing or producing events at the Oval