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34th Strawberry Industry Recognition Dinner

April 24, 2026 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM (PDT)

Description

Santa Maria Valley Strawberry Industry Recognition Dinner 

Strawberry Industry Recognition Dinner

Get ready for one of Santa Maria Valley’s most anticipated nights of the year!

Join us as we celebrate the dedicated growers, leaders, and companies behind one of our region’s most iconic industries strawberries. Hosted by the Santa Maria Valley Chamber in partnership with the Santa Maria Fairpark, this annual tradition brings together business, agriculture, and community for an unforgettable evening.

This event sells out every year reserve your table early!

Event Highlights

5:00 PM | Happy Hour & Live Mariachi
Start the night with cocktails, networking, and lively mariachi music.

7:00 PM | Dinner & Recognition Program
Enjoy a delicious dinner while we honor the people and partnerships that keep the strawberry industry thriving. Plus, support local youth through our raffle fundraiser.

9:00 PM |  After Celebration (After-Party)

Back by popular demand after an incredible debut last year!

When the program ends, the party begins. The room transforms with a dance floor, high energy music, and a fun, club style vibe. Bars stay open late, so grab a drink and keep the celebration going.

One night. One industry. One incredible celebration.

Don’t miss it.

Sponsorship Levels

Platinum Harvest Title Sponsor $10,000 (1 available) SOLD

Golden Berry Executive Sponsor $5,000 (Only 10 available)
Designed for businesses seeking high-impact print exposure and a premium dinner presence within the local agriculture sector.

Joint Marketing Benefits:

    • Partner Spotlight: One dedicated individual spotlight post highlighting your business across joint marketing channels.
    • Website Recognition: Logo included on Santa Maria Fairpark Website & Strawberry Dinner event page.
    • Email Recognition: Logo included in event emails.

Printed Program:

    • Full Profile: Full-page feature including logo and business biography.
    • Bonus Ad Space: One half-page display ad in the program.

Festival Kickoff Benefits:

    • Convention Center Branding: Large logo displayed on banners hung in the Convention Center & during the 3-day festival.
    • 10'x10' Booth at the 3-day Strawberry Festival

Industry Dinner (Top-Tier Access):

    • Recognition: Special introduction and podium acknowledgment during the dinner program.
    • VIP Seating: One VIP Premier Table (12 seats) with preferred location. 
      • Includes general parking, Dinner, Program, and after party

Silver Patch Partner: $3,500
A strong mid-tier choice provides essential presence at the dinner and strategic print visibility.

Joint Marketing Benefits:

    • Sponsor Recognition: Recognition on social media as a "Silver Patch Partner" across joint marketing channels.
    • Website Recognition: Logo included on Santa Maria Fairpark Website & Strawberry Dinner event page
    • Email Recognition: Logo included in event emails

Printed Program:

    • Business Feature: Half-page feature in the official program.
    • Bonus Ad Space: One quarter-page display ad in the program.

Festival Kickoff Benefits:

    • Convention Center & Festival Branding: Medium logo displayed on banners hung in the Convention Center & during the 3-day festival.

Industry Dinner:

    • Seating: One Reserved Table (10 seats).
      Includes general parking, Dinner, Program, and after party

Bronze Bloom Sponsor: $2,000
Entry-level sponsorship ensuring your brand is represented in the community-wide print program and at the industry dinner.

  • Joint Marketing Benefits:
    • Website Recognition: Logo included on Santa Maria Fairpark Website & Strawberry Dinner event page
    • Email Recognition: Logo included in event emails
  • Printed Program:
    • Business Listing: Quarter-page business profile or logo listing in the program.
  • Festival Kickoff Benefits:
    • Convention Center & Festival Branding: Company name displayed on banners hung in the Convention Center & during the 3-day festival.
  • Industry Dinner:
    • Seating: One Reserved Table (10 seats).
      Includes general parking, Dinner, Program, and after party

Strawberry Patch Table: $1,500

  • Includes general parking, Dinner, Program, and after party
  • Seating: One Reserved Table (10 seats)

Berry Guest Ticket: $175

  • Includes general parking, Dinner, Program, and after Party
  • Seating: Single Ticket

If you have any questions, please reach out to Yuliana Nelson at yuliana@santamaria.com or 805-925-2403 ext. 814  

Time

Cocktail Hour & Mariachi 5:00 PM
Program & Dinner 7:00 PM
After Celebration (After Party) 9:00 PM

Location

Santa Maria Fairpark

Convention Center

Pricing

This Event Sells Out Every Year- Reserve Your Table Now! 

Platinum Harvest Title Sponsor $10,000 (Exclusive) (1 available) SOLD

Golden Berry Executive Sponsor $5,000 (Only 10 available)

Silver Patch Partner: $3,500

Bronze Bloom Sponsor: $2,000

Strawberry Patch Table (Seats 10) $1,500

Berry Guest Ticket  $175

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Name: Yuliana Nelson
Email: yuliana@santamaria.com
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