For nearly 30 years, Lee Founders Weekend has brought together residents, businesses, community organizations, and visitors for a weekend that celebrates everything that makes Lee special. From the Taste of Lee and spectacular fireworks to the Hometown Parade, live music, family activities, and beloved community traditions, Founders Weekend has become one of our town’s largest and most anticipated annual celebrations.

Your business can help make it happen. As a Major Sponsor of Lee Founders Weekend 2026, you’ll play a vital role in creating free, family-friendly experiences that strengthen our community, support local businesses, and welcome thousands of residents and visitors to downtown Lee.

Over the years, we’ve learned that many businesses value the flexibility to support the aspect of Founders Weekend that best aligns with their goals and community involvement. This year, we’ve expanded our sponsorship opportunities to provide just that.

Whether your business chooses to help bring the Hometown Parade to life, provide live entertainment, support family activities, or underwrite the fireworks or the parade, your sponsorship will help create memorable experiences while highlighting your business’s investment in the Lee community.

Your commitment will be recognized before, during, and after Founders Weekend through our website, e-newsletter, social media, event signage, and other promotional materials—helping your business stand out while making one of Lee’s most anticipated weekends possible.

Thank you for considering this opportunity to help make Lee Founders Weekend 2026 our best celebration yet. We hope you’ll join us in creating another memorable weekend for our community.

Thank you for helping make Lee Founders Weekend 2026 possible! Please select the sponsorship opportunity that best aligns with your business and your interest.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Presenting Sponsorships are limited and will be reserved on a first-commitment basis.

Fireworks (Friday Evening)
The signature event and culmination of the Taste of Lee.

 $500 ☐ $1,000 ☐ $1,500 ☐ $2,000 Presenting Sponsor

Beer Tent & Entertainment Area (Friday & Saturday)

Help create a welcoming gathering place by supporting tent, table, and chair rentals, live music, and related event expenses.

☐ $500 ☐ $1,000 ☐ $1,500 ☐ $2,000 Presenting Sponsor

Live Entertainment (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday)

Support performances throughout the weekend, including The Happy Together Band, Berkshire Rhythm Keepers, and additional musical entertainment.

☐ $500 ☐ $1,000 ☐ $1,500 ☐ $2,000 Presenting Sponsor 

Hometown Parade (Saturday Morning)

Help bring outstanding marching bands and special participants to Lee by supporting transportation and participation expenses.

☐ $500 ☐ $1,000 ☐ $1,500 ☐ $2,000 Presenting Sponsor 

Family Fun Zone (Saturday Afternoon)

Support free family activities that make Founders Weekend memorable for children and families.

☐ $500 ☐ $1,000 ☐ $1,500 ☐ $2,000 Presenting Sponsor 

Dog Parade (Sunday Morning)

Support one of Founders Weekend’s newest and most adorable events.

☐ $500 Supporting Sponsor ☐ $1,000 Presenting Sponsor

Cornhole Tournament (Sunday Afternoon)

Support this growing community competition enjoyed by players and spectators alike.

☐ $500 Supporting Sponsor ☐ $1,000 Presenting Sponsor

Recognition

✔ Recognition begins when your commitment is received!

Sponsors receive recognition through:

  • Proud Sponsor yard sign for display at your business 
  • Lee Chamber weekly e-newsletter 
  • Founders Weekend website 
  • Social media before, during, and after the event 
  • Event signage 
  • Event announcements (where applicable) 
  • “Presented by…” recognition for Presenting Sponsors