2015 San Diego Magazine events bring together an impressive ensemble of local cuisine, craft beer, cocktails and live entertainment. Bring your brand to life as an event sponsor and reach more than 13,000 annual event guests through our signature event series. E3 PHOTOGRAPHY
SIGNATURE EVENTS JANUARY - JUNE 2015 San Diego Magazine produces ten signature events a year entertaining more than 13,000 attendees. Each event is a powerful opportunity for brands to interact with an audience of highly targeted, engaged consumers. In addition to our event lineup, San Diego Magazine will also coordinate and host an instore event at your location. BEST OF NORTH COUNTY PARTY April 24, 2015, Park Hyatt Aviara, 6:30-9:30 pm Sample, sip and party along with the best that North County has to offer at this signature event. Special appearances by the region s top chefs, wine and food tastings from leading dining destinations and unexpected entertainment elements make for an unforgettable evening. Estimated attendance: 1,200 EXQUISITE WEDDINGS LAUNCH PARTY April, TBD, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Exquisite Weddings Magazine invites brides and grooms to enjoy bites and cocktails, preview the latest fashions and interact with San Diego s premier wedding vendors. Estimated attendance: 250 TOP TECH EXEC AWARDS May 14, 2015, The Paddock at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, 3:00-7:00 p.m. The Top Tech Exec Awards recognize the most outstanding information technology executives, as nominated by their peers and clients. This event, with title sponsor Cox Business, features networking, food, libations, entertainment at one of San Diego s most iconic settings. Estimated attendance: 1,000 BEST RESTAURANTS KICK-OFF PARTY June 10, 2015, Pirch, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Celebrate our annual Best Restaurants issue with an evening of bites. Chefs, restauranteurs and food writers are invited to honor this year s winners and enjoy entertainment, drinks and product demos. Estimated attendance: 350 E3 PHOTOGRAPHY LA JOLLA FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS June 20-21 2015, UC San Diego s Warren Field, Saturday, 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. / Sunday, 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Meet nearly 200 artists in an intimate setting of original fine art, entertainment, and delicious cuisines. Produced in partnership with the Kiwanis of Torrey Pines, LJFA supports adaptive sports and recreation programs for San Diegans with disabilities. Estimated attendance: 7,000
SIGNATURE EVENTS JULY - DECEMBER 2015 BEST OF SAN DIEGO PARTY August 21, 2015, NTC Venues at Liberty Station, 6:30-9:30 p.m. This highly anticipated bash features food samplings, regional fine wine, local craft beer and live entertainment. Always a sellout, the party brings the popular August Best of San Diego issue to life. Estimated attendance: 2,000 WOMAN OF THE YEAR AWARDS September 16, 2015, TBD, 6:00-8:30 p.m. This event honors dynamic local women who work tirelessly to affect positive change and enhance the community. San Diego Magazine names the Woman of the Year and celebrates the entire list of nominees, as published in the September issue. The evening also includes a panel discussion with top female executives from a variety of business sectors, which adds an inspirational and educational element to the program. Estimated attendance: 450 LATINO IMPACT AWARDS October 14, 2015, TBD, 6:00-8:30 p.m. San Diego Magazine hosts an event that gathers San Diego s most distinguished Latino entrepreneurs, philanthropists and change makers to honor those making a difference in the community. Guest are treated to a brief networking hour and reception. Estimated attendance: 300 EXQUISITE WEDDINGS LAUNCH PARTY October, TBD, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Exquisite Weddings Magazine invites brides and grooms to enjoy bites and cocktails, preview the latest fashions and interact with San Diego s premier wedding vendors. Estimated attendance: 250 TOP DOCTORS GALA October 24, 2015, TBD, 6:30-9:30 p.m. In partnership with the San Diego County Medical Society, this black-tie gala gathers San Diego s best physicians to celebrate their inclusion in the Top Doctors list as published in the October issue. Guest enjoy a walk-about dining experience, craft cocktails, dancing and entertainment. Estimated attendance: 500 E3 PHOTOGRAPHY
SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES San Diego Magazine extends beyond the printed page and enables advertisers to directly connect with our exclusive and affluent readership. Sponsors may select from our standard sponsorship packages or a menu of custom opportunities. PRESENTING SPONSORSHIP Category exclusivity Opportunity to address the audience Access to the attendee database 10x20 branded exhibitor space including custom rentals Brand presence in post-event e-blast Branded ad on Parties page, post-event coverage in San Diego Magazine Offer included on ticket confirmation Full-page ad in San Diego Magazine + Primary sponsorship benefits including 20 event tickets PLATINUM SPONSORSHIP Access to the attendee database 10x20 branded exhibitor space Branded ad on Parties page, post-event coverage in San Diego Magazine Branded event photo gallery on SanDiegoMagazine.com Half-page ad in San Diego Magazine + Primary sponsorship benefits including 10 event tickets GOLD SPONSORSHIP Select one custom branded opportunity: glassware, gift bags, step and repeat, photo booth/flip book, lanyards Access to the attendee database Spotlight in Parties, post-event coverage in San Diego Magazine 10x20 branded exhibitor space Third-page ad in San Diego Magazine + Primary sponsorship benefits including 8 event tickets * Rates are net.
SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES SILVER SPONSORSHIP BRONZE SPONSORSHIP DISPLAY SPONSORSHIP Spotlight in Parties, post-event coverage in San Diego Magazine 10x10 branded exhibitor space Quarter-page ad in San Diego Magazine + Primary sponsorship benefits including 6 event tickets 10x10 branded exhibitor space Quarter-page ad in San Diego Magazine + Primary sponsorship benefits including 4 event tickets 6x6 exhibitor space Listing on event landing page Gift bag inclusion 2 tickets PRIMARY SPONSORSHIP BENEFITS Logo inclusion on all pre-event collateral and event landing page, recognition as event sponsor on print and digital ads that run in San Diego Magazine and on sandiegomagazine.com, gift bag inclusion, tickets to event and right of first refusal. CUSTOM EVENT RENTALS All sponsorship packages, with the exception of Presenting include event space only. Custom rentals including furniture, lighting and signage are available at an additional fee. BOOTHS All exhibitors recieve 4 passes for booth staff. * Rates are net.
CUSTOM OPPORTUNITIES WE LL COME TO YOU In-store event at your location Pre-event at sponsor space Host tweet-up Live dialogue with experts at your location Publisher/editor as guest speaker BRAND IT! CUSTOM MINI-EVENT Branded photobooth/flipbook Valet parking, ability to provide an item in vehicle Security branded with your T-shirts Branded lanyard for SDM staff and exhibitors to wear Branded tote bags Branded sidewalk seal Pre-event reception Publisher's Dinner for 1o Behind-the-scenes tour Meet the chef Day at the races Golf with Tina Mickelson THE BIGGER THE BETTER Branded VIP Lounge Branded dance floor Stage/podium signage Vehicle display (auto, motorcycle, boat) Branded presentation loop of event honorees GO ONLINE VIP Package online ticket giveaway 15 second pre and post roll in event video Write a blog/sponsor a blog Web content linking Sponsor link on event page CHEERS! Branded bar/t-shirts for bartenders/ cocktail napkins/stir sticks Signature cocktail drink name Branded glassware Branded wine plates