Festival grows its number of sponsors to largest level in its 82nd year
Humboldt, Tennessee March 11th, 2019- The West Tennessee Strawberry Festival begins its 82nd year with close to 50 sponsorship commitments. When this year’s festival week begins on May 5th it will take place due to the loyalty of some of West Tennessee’s finest businesses.
With its largest number of sponsors to date, the festival has expanded to feature several new events and activities for the week of May 5th-11th, including a revamping to the kickoff event, formerly called Opening Ceremonies, now with its new name “Opening Celebration”. This new format to a traditional ceremony will feature free activities for the entire family. This is just a taste of all the fresh-new things the festival looks forward to rolling out in 2019.
In anticipation of celebrating its 82nd year, the West Tennessee Strawberry Festival is eager to announce their top patrons. Jones Family of Companies, Tyson Foods of Humboldt, The Opera House Event Hall, King Tire Company, Humboldt Utilities, Pratt Industries, Republic Services, 1Tennessee, Coca-Cola Bottling Company, Bongards Creameries, Lashlee-Rich, Inc, Simmons Bank, Centennial Bank, WestRock, Gene Langley Ford of Humboldt, BancorpSouth, GMP Metal Products, Bradley Owens Attorney at Law Hardee, Martin & Owens PLC/Victory 93.7FM, Jones Chevrolet of Humboldt, ConAgra Brands, Robert’s Package Store & Party Shop, Counter Fitting Concepts and WNBJ NBC 39.
“For the past 81 years, the Humboldt Strawberry Festival has been a tradition to the families in West Tennessee. The Jones Family of Companies has valued our long-standing relationship with the festival by being a supporter and sponsor throughout its history. For us, it is a family affair for all ages, and we look forward to this year’s festival” -Ralph Jones III, Executive Chairman
Since 1934, the West Tennessee Strawberry Festival has been a premier event to this region, boasting crowds of over 75,000 visitors to the town of Humboldt. With over 20 events during the week- long festival, it is your classic homecoming experience celebrating the best food, fun and entertainment all in a 9 block radius. It is sure to be the best 7 days of your life.
For more information or to request an interview please contact:
Beth Culpepper, Events Coordinator
Beth@humboldtchamber.com or 731.784.1842
