Southern Tier LightsTHE HOLIDAYS START HERE ← Explore the lights
2026 FOUNDING SPONSORS · ELMIRA–CORNING

Bring your business into the holiday magic.

Families are heading out to find the brightest Christmas lights, seasonal events, and local places to stop along the way. Help make Southern Tier Lights a community tradition—and be part of their holiday journey.

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See exactly where sponsor ads appear

Locally focused · Limited founding opportunities · No payment required to inquire

Local discoveryReach families exploring holiday lights around the Southern Tier.
Seasonal visibilityGet recognized on the website and through eligible social spotlights.
Community spiritSupport a hometown tradition while sharing what makes your business special.
CHOOSE YOUR SPOT

Sponsorship opportunities

Four ways to participate, from simple local visibility to a more prominent partnership. Choose a package to start your request.

MOST PROMINENT

Presenting Holiday Sponsor

$500 / holiday season

Stand out as a leading supporter of the season.

  • Proposed featured sponsor banner above the map and list views, plus priority placement in the local sponsors section below the map
  • Featured sponsor recognition on social media
  • Dedicated business spotlight post
  • Proposed featured recognition around the Holiday Lights Contest when active
  • Business website link and holiday promotion
WHERE YOUR AD GOESMain map page → Featured banner above the map + Local Holiday Partners belowPriority order and special contest placements to be confirmed before payment.
LOCAL FAVORITES

Featured Local Business

$250 / holiday season

Perfect for restaurants, retailers, and holiday stops.

  • Business card and optional banner in Local Holiday Partners below the map
  • Dedicated social media business spotlight
  • Share a holiday special, menu, or event
WHERE YOUR AD GOESMain map page → Local Holiday Partners (below the lights map)Website link and approved seasonal offer; social spotlight arranged separately.
SIMPLE VISIBILITY

Map Business Listing

$100 / holiday season

Make it easier for holiday visitors to discover your business.

  • Proposed local business listing with description
  • Business address and website link
  • Opportunity to share a seasonal offer or event
WHERE YOUR LISTING GOESFuture business pins on the lights mapMap pins are not live yet. No full-width banner is included by default.
COMMUNITY CONTEST

Holiday Lights Contest Sponsor

$300 / holiday season

Put your business behind a community favorite.

  • Recognition on contest and voting promotions
  • Logo or business name alongside the contest
  • Dedicated sponsor thank-you post
  • Option to contribute a prize or gift card
WHERE YOUR AD GOESTop 5 page → Local Holiday PartnersContest-branded graphics and voting promotions require contest activation and confirmation.

The existing site can display approved sponsor ads below the lights map and below the Top 5 leaderboard. Tier-specific priority ranking, independent business map pins, and special contest-branded positions are not yet automatic features. We confirm the exact placement and timing before payment. Sponsorship never influences contest votes.

SEE YOUR VISIBILITY

Where does my banner or ad go?

Here is the actual layout behind the packages. Some placements already exist on Southern Tier Lights; others are planned for the season. We'll confirm what's available for your business before asking you to pay.

Illustration of page sections, not a screenshot or guaranteed position in the sponsor list.

ON THE SITE NOW

1. Below the main lights map

The Local Holiday Partners section appears in the holiday area below the interactive map and contest summary. Approved businesses can show a banner, logo, description, and a link to their website.

View the map page
ON THE SITE NOW

2. Below the Top 5 rankings

The Local Holiday Partners area on the Top 5 page can also show sponsor artwork. Dedicated contest sponsor treatment and voting-campaign positions are separate planned promotions.

View the Top 5 page
ON THE SITE NOW

3. Seasonal business offers

Approved sponsor offers can appear in the holiday deals area below the map. They are separate from the banner, and the offer must be set up and approved.

PLANNED / ARRANGED SEPARATELY

4. Map pins, priority ads and social posts

Individual merchant map pins, paid-priority banner ordering, special contest branding, and dedicated social spotlights are not automatically assigned by the current website. We'll confirm deliverables and timing for your package first.

What's included at each level?

Sponsor packageWebsite / ad locationAdditional promotion
Presenting · $500Top visibility proposalBanner and business card below the main map; preferred top position and extra contest visibility proposed, subject to confirmation.Dedicated social spotlight, featured sponsor recognition and approved holiday promotion.
Featured · $250Local business featureBusiness card, logo and optional banner in Local Holiday Partners below the map; approved seasonal offer in the deals area.Dedicated social media business spotlight.
Map Listing · $100Future map locationIntended business pin with address, description and website. Not live yet; no large banner included.Option to submit a seasonal offer or event after listing becomes available.
Contest · $300Community contestLogo or banner in the Top 5 page's sponsor area; special recognition alongside contest materials to be confirmed when the contest launches.Sponsor thank-you post; optional gift card or prize contribution.
Desktop banner1200 × 200 pixels
Mobile banner800 × 200 pixels
Business logo600 × 300 pixels

These are the upload formats, not promises of multiple banner locations. You can upload artwork with your request or send it later. The editor can fit ordinary images into these sizes without stretching them.

Want to reserve a location or discuss a combination?We'll review your business, agree on placements, and only then arrange payment.
Start a sponsorship request
GET STARTED

Tell us about your business.

We’ve kept this simple. Select a package, send your business details, and optionally attach a logo or banner. We’ll follow up to confirm the placement and next steps.

  1. Choose a sponsorship package.
  2. Share your business details and artwork.
  3. Review together before payment or publication.
Nothing is published automatically. Every sponsorship is reviewed by the Southern Tier Lights team.

Founding sponsor request

Fields marked * are required.

Business information
Artwork — completely optional

Don't have your artwork ready? Submit without it. Otherwise, JPG, PNG and WebP files are accepted. We resize them for each placement and keep them private until approval.

No logo selected
No banner selected
No banner selected

Your details and files are used to review this sponsorship request. This form does not subscribe you to promotional emails or texts.

GOOD TO KNOW

A few quick answers

Do I pay today?

No. This form starts the conversation. The team will confirm the package, deliverables, and availability before payment.

What if I don't have a banner?

No problem. You can submit without artwork and send it later, or work with us on the best format for your placement.

Can I combine sponsorships?

Absolutely. Choose your primary package and mention other opportunities you're interested in under special requests.

Does a sponsor influence voting?

No. Sponsorships help support the community project, but they never purchase votes or determine contest results.