Support our engaging community

Events and Programs Sponsorships

The City of New Albany offers a variety of community events throughout the year that provide unique opportunities for local businesses and organizations to connect with residents. From seasonal festivals to family-friendly activities, sponsors help make these events possible while gaining valuable exposure and engagement. Additional sponsorship opportunities may be available upon request and are subject to approval by City of New Albany staff.

For additional questions and inquiries, please contact communityevents@newalbanyohio.org or 614.855.6226.

Several couples dance on a sunny outdoor patio, centered on a woman in a green pineapple-print maxi dress dancing with a man in a navy cap and shorts, with other casually dressed partners and folding chairs and tables in the background.
View from behind a drummer in a black hat showing drum kit and cymbals in the foreground as a band performs on an outdoor amphitheater stage before a large seated audience under a white pergola, with trees in the background.
Audience in folding chairs watches a four-piece band on an outdoor stage with a blue backdrop — two guitarists, a drummer with “Buzz Bin” on the bass drum, and a bassist holding a glowing hula hoop while children stand at the stage edge waving.
Five boys stand on a low concrete ledge in front of a green fence and shrubs, smiling and playing with long rainbow ribbons and soap bubbles — one waves a ribbon high in the air, another examines a ribbon, and the others laugh as bubbles float around them.
Bearded man in a white cap, sunglasses and a floral shirt smiles while scraping a red güiro with a stick onstage in front of a blue "New Albany Community" banner.
Large crowd on blankets and folding chairs fills a grassy lawn watching performers on a wooden, semi‑circular outdoor amphitheater as yellow and clear balloons float overhead against a blue sky.

Summer Concert Series

The City of New Albany’s Summer Concert Series at the Hinson Amphitheater offers five free community concerts featuring a diverse mix of musical genres and high-energy performances. Held on select Thursday evenings from 7–8:30 p.m., this beloved summer tradition draws families, music lovers, and neighbors together to enjoy live entertainment in a vibrant outdoor setting.

While we work to bring amazing acts to our community in 2026, save the following dates:

  • June 11th – Eric Clapton Experience

  • June 25th – SugarCreek

  • July 9th – Catalina Wine Mixer Band

  • July 23rd – Big Bad Stache

  • August 6th – Mystery Concert

Concert Series Supporter $7,500
  • Prominent logo on digital marketing
  • Invitation to display 7×5 marketing piece on all event tables
  • Recognition by event emcee
  • Reserved table for eight (8) at all 5 concerts
  • Logo on all digital marketing
  • Recognition by event emcee

Juneteenth Celebration

June 19, 2026 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Hinson Amphitheater

While we prepare for our 2026 Juneteenth Celebration, here’s a recap from our last event.

Title Supporter $10,000
  • Prominent Logo on all digital marketing
  • Prominent Logo on printed event program & signage
  • On-stage presence during event proclamation/welcome with VIPs and elected officials
  • Photo opportunity with elected officials
  • Recognition by event emcee throughout the event
  • Two reserved tables for eight (8)
  • Two New Albany Juneteenth t-shirts
  • First right to purchase exclusive
  • Juneteenth artwork at a 20% discount
  • Logo on all digital marketing
  • Logo on printed event program & signage
  • On-stage presence during event proclamation/welcome with other VIPs and elected officials
  • Recognition by event emcee
  • One reserved table for eight (8)
  • Logo on all digital marketing
  • Logo on printed event program
  • On-stage presence during event proclamation/welcome with other VIPs and elected officials
  • Recognition by event emcee
  • Logo on all digital marketing
  • Recognition by event emcee

Independence Day

July 4, 2026

Our Independence Day Parade soared to new heights! While we work on the 2026 celebration, check out our recap of the “Too Fly for the Fourth of July!” Independence Day Parade.

Presenting Supporter $5,000
  • Prominent logo on all digital marketing
  • Prominent logo on stage signage
  • Recognition by event emcee throughout parade (minimum three mentions)
  • Free parade entry
  • Two New Albany branded & themed Independence Day t-shirts
  • Invitation to include one giveaway and one marketing piece in the “Hometown Pride” package
  • Invitation to provide handlers for parade balloons
  • Logo on all digital marketing
  • Recognition by event emcee throughout parade (minimum three mentions)
  • Free parade entry
  • Two New Albany branded & themed Independence Day t-shirts
  • Logo on all digital marketing
  • Recognition by event emcee
  • Free parade entry
Ensemble of dancers in colorful traditional Indian dress performing on a confetti-filled, brightly lit festival stage.
Group of women in cream-and-blue sarees performing a circular dance on an outdoor stage with a large seated audience.
A decorative lantern with intricate patterns is lit and placed among small clay lamps, with a purple background and vibrant cloths around.
Smiling classical Indian dancer in blue and gold costume with ornate jewelry holding a plate topped with a pink lotus.
Woman in green-and-red sari playing a large dhol drum leading a line of drummers on a colorful Celebrate Diwali stage.

Celebrate Diwali

November 7, 2026 at the Hinson Amphitheater

Make plans to join us at the Hinson Amphitheater on Saturday, November 7, for our 2026 Diwali Celebration! This “Festival of Lights” symbolizes the victory of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and good over evil.  The free event is open to the entire community and will include music, dancing, food, and fireworks! This event is an IDEA Implementation Panel Initiative. 

Title Supporter $10,000
  • Prominent Logo on all digital marketing
  • Prominent Logo on event signage
  • On-stage presence during event proclamation/welcome with VIPs and elected officials
  • Photo opportunity with elected officials
  • Recognition by event emcee throughout the event
  • Two reserved tables for eight (8)
  • Pre-event access to henna artist for up to eight (8) people
  • Logo on all digital marketing
  • Logo on event signage
  • On-stage presence during event proclamation/welcome with other VIPs and elected officials
  • Recognition by event emcee
  • One reserved table for eight (8)
  • Logo on all digital marketing
  • Logo on printed materials
  • On-stage presence during event proclamation/welcome with other VIPs
  • Recognition by event emcee
  • Logo on all digital marketing
  • Recognition by event emcee
Band performing on an Oktoberfest stage with guitarist-singer, violinist, bassist and saxophonist as a crowd watches
Colorful lit carousel with painted horses and children riding, surrounded by adults at an outdoor evening fair.
Outdoor evening festival with string lights and blue-white pennant banners above crowds socializing on grass
Couple in Oktoberfest outfits; man with G.O.A.T. medal holds a beer stein, woman holds a packaged yodeling pickle.
Person holding up large glass Oktoberfest 2025 beer stein in arm-outstretched toast, row of people blurred behind.

Oktoberfest

October 3, 2026

The City of New Albany’s Oktoberfest returns on Saturday, October 3 at Rose Run Park, offering a lively afternoon celebration in the heart of town. This City-hosted event brings the spirit of gemütlichkeit to life with traditional polka music, local food vendors, and a featured Masskrugstemmen (steinholding) competition. With beer, community spirit, and fall festivities, it’s a unique opportunity to connect with residents in a relaxed and engaging outdoor setting.

Title Supporter $10,000
  • Prominent logo on all digital marketing
  • Prominent logo on event signage
  • On-stage presence during event welcome with other VIPs and elected officials
  • Photo opportunity with elected officials
  • Recognition by event emcee
  • Invitation to judge the Masskrugstemmen and yodeling competitions
  • One reserved table for eight (8) in the Biergarten
  • Logo on all digital marketing & event signage
  • Photo opportunity with elected officials
  • Recognition by event emcee
  • Invitation to judge the yodeling competition
  • Banner with logo on stage
  • Logo on all digital marketing & event signage
  • Photo opportunity with elected officials
  • Recognition by event emcee
  • Invitation to judge the Masskrugstemmen competition
  • Logo on Biergarten
  • Logo on all digital marketing & event signage
  • Photo opportunity with elected officials
  • Recognition by event emcee
  • Logo on all digital marketing
  • Recognition by event emcee
A group of people seated at round tables in a large banquet hall, listening to a speaker at the front. The room features elegant chandeliers, yellow and white drapery, and flags displayed near the speaker. Most attendees are dressed in business or casual attire.
Two elderly men are conversing in a formal setting, with other attendees seated at tables around them during a gathering or meeting.
A man speaking at a podium in a formal setting, with an audience seated at tables in front of him. The room features a New Albany flag and decorative lighting, suggesting a community or business event.
A table set for one with an upside-down wine glass, a napkin, a fork, and a plate containing a lemon. There is a glass vase with a single red rose and a lit candle in a glass holder on the right side of the table. The table is covered with a white tablecloth, and there are windows with blinds in the background.
A man in a blue suit holds a microphone and speaks at an event, sitting beside two other men; one in a blue shirt and another in a grey suit. A flag is displayed in the background.

Veterans Day Breakfast

November 7, 2025

The Veterans Day Breakfast is a meaningful occasion to honor and celebrate the service and sacrifice of our nation’s heroes with guest speaker, Dr. Tyshawn Jenkins from the Wounded Warrior Project. 

Presenting Supporter $2,500
  • Prominent logo on all digital marketing
  • Prominent logo on printed event program
  • Two reserved seats at event
  • Recognition by event emcee
  • Invitation to lead the Pledge of Allegiance
  • VIP photo opportunity with elected officials and/or speaker(s)
  • Logo on all digital marketing
  • Recognition by event emcee
  • Two reserved seats at event
  • Logo on all digital marketing
  • Recognition by event emcee

If your business is interested in supporting community programming through sponsorship, we invite you to explore current opportunities above. Additional opportunities may be available upon request and are subject to approval by City of New Albany staff.

For inquiries or to discuss sponsorship opportunities in more detail, please contact communityevents@newalbanyohio.org or 614.855.6226.