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Holiday Business Showcase

  • Date & Time: Thursday, November 20 — 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
  • Location: Big Creek Crossing — 2918 Vine St. Hays, KS 67601
  • Audience: Consumers, community members & chamber Ambassadors
  • Sponsorship Deadline: November 7th
  • Description: The Holiday Business Showcase is a festive event that offers businesses a prime opportunity to promote products, services, and holiday deals to the local community during one of the busiest shopping seasons. This allows businesses to have a platform where they can connect with customers, increase holiday sales, and foster community spirit while gaining exposure! Businesses are highly encouraged to provide a giveaway item valued at $15 or more to increase participation from the community. Attendees will receive an event passport that will require them to visit each table to become eligible to win prizes after the event.

Effect on Business

Brand Visibility

  • Market your business to a wide audience of community members, holiday shoppers, and Chamber Ambassadors
  • Showcase your brand with a decorated eight-foot table or booth, perfect for displaying products,
  • samples, or promotions
  • Marketing materials before, during, and after the event will highlight your company’s participation
  • Title sponsors receive naming rights and premier front-table placement for optimal visibility
  • Marketing sponsors also enjoy front-booth placement next to the title sponsors for high visibility in promotional efforts
  • Attendees will be carrying branded bags that the title sponsors will provide for maximum reach throughout the event
  • Maximize your attendance at the event through a special prize drawing at your business’ booth
  • Hand out coupons or future discounts to attendees, inviting them to shop your business in person

Community Engagement

  • Interact face-to-face with holiday shoppers and community supporters during peak retail season
  • Distribute branded giveaways to draw traffic and incentivize engagement to your business
  • Use the events passport system to encourage attendees to visit your booth
  • Network with fellow businesses and non-profits while spreading holiday cheer

Advocacy Impact

  • Support a local chamber event that stimulates the economy and builds meaningful community ties
  • Help strengthen the visibility of small businesses and non-profits in Ellis County
  • Contribute to an experience that highlights the importance of shopping local during the holiday seasons