2026 Spornsors
Wary of sponsorship opportunities?
Are you hesitant of sponsoring local charity events and fundraisers because…
The format feels predictable
Plated dinners. Silent auctions. A polite program. It’s hard to impress clients or energize your team with something that feels recycled.
Hosting becomes extra work
If you bring clients or reward employees, you’re left coordinating details, logistics, and follow-up yourself. It’s rarely turnkey.
The experience doesn’t match your brand
If an event feels disorganized, cookie-cutter, or overly alcohol-driven, it reflects on you. The experience should match the standard your brand has earned.
The impact is hard to see
If you’re investing marketing or business development dollars, it should generate real visibility, relationships, and opportunity.
A different kind of fundraiser
Not your average event
Private hosting boxes. Reserved VIP tables. High-visibility brand placement. Effortless hosting.
That’s Why We Built Oktoberfest Waco Differently.
Turnkey hosting without the headache
Private Festzelt boxes and VIP tables eliminate the logistics. You arrive. You host. We handle the rest.
An event people want to attend
A high-energy, immersive experience your clients and employees will genuinely look forward to — and talk about long after.
An environment that elevates your brand
Disciplined execution and curated production ensure your name is aligned with quality and enjoyment.
Limited access and clear brand visibility
With a finite number of tables and placements, your brand stands out in a vibrant, controlled setting.
A civic experience that signals leadership
A first-of-its-kind Munich-style tent that brings Waco together and raises expectations for what is possible.
A visible investment in Waco’s future
Your sponsorship directly strengthens Startup Waco, fueling entrepreneurs and economic momentum in the city.
2026 Spornsors
Sponsor Gemütlichkeit.
Fuel Founders. GrowWaco.
Gemütlichkeit is the Bavarian spirit of social warmth — when long tables are full, steins clink, laughter rises, and strangers feel like friends.
Hosted by and benefitting
Choose your sponsorship level
Sponsorship opportunities are intentionally limited to ensure meaningful brand presence and exceptional hosting. Each level offers a distinct way to participate in a signature Waco celebration while supporting Startup Waco’s work fueling local entrepreneurship.
Sponsorship Commitment Deadline
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
ProstTables
VIP Tables for Easy and flexible hosting. You bring your guests. We handle the rest.
76 Available
Includes
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Reserved table for 8 guests
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Access to all three days of the festival
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All food and beverages included
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Access to headline performances and structured programming
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Company flag and branded welcome
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Charcuterie board upon arrival
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1 VIP Parking pass next to tent
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$2,000 single day reservations available
Pilsner Partner
Turnkey client entertainment, employee appreciation, and leadership presence.
4 Available | Elevated Sponsorship
Includes
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Private hosting boxe (6 tables/48 guests)
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Access to all three days of the festival
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All food and beverages included
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Strong brand placement within the tent
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Company flag and branded welcome
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Charcuterie board upon arrival
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VIP Parking passes next to tent
Festzelt Partner
Designed for companies ready to stand at the center of a defining civic experience.
2 Available | Presenting-Level Partnership
Includes
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Private large hosting boxe (10 tables/80 guests)
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Access to all three days of the festival
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All food and beverages included
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Presenting-level brand integration across the tent
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Prominent stage and program recognition
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Company flag and branded welcome
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Charcuterie board upon arrival
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Expanded VIP parking allocation
LIMITED SPOTs available.
Once filled, they will not be expanded.
Frequently asked questions
Reserve your sponsorship and tables today!
Secure your partnership or ask any questions by filling out the form below. We will get in touch with you promptly.
Your information stays private. Always.
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