Packages
The following information is intended to provide you with answers to frequently asked questions.
SPONSORSHIP AGREEMENT
Sponsor’s agreement must be signed and returned to Devon’s office by March 31, 2009.
At this time fifty percent (50%) of the Sponsor’s agreement will be due. Final payment is due by May 1, 2009.
Payments are to be made payable to:
THE DEVON HORSE SHOW and mailed to: P.O. Box 865, Devon, PA 19333
PUBLIC ADDRESS ANNOUNCEMENT/PRESENTATION
Sponsors are asked to supply their own script for the Public Address Announcements and have an individual to represent their organization when it comes time to present the class ribbons or a Trophy. Presenters will be escorted by a member of the Trophy committee into the show ring. It is important to provide the name and a cell phone number of your presenter at least 2 days before your scheduled class so that we may add their name to the list of presenters for our Trophy Committee’s reference. Due to safety concerns – the number of individuals representing the Sponsor is limited to two (2) individuals. Preferably, not children under the age of 12.
Deadline for submitting the announcement: May 15, 2009
Phone: 610-964-0550
Fax: 610-964-1608
BANNER/SIGN
Banner must conform to the following:
Size: Not to exceed 3’x8’
Type: Must be grommetted every two feet top and bottom
Deadline: All banners must be in the Horse Show Office by Monday, May 15, 2009
PARKING
Sponsors with Reserved Parking will be permitted to park in the V.I.P. Parking Lot. Additional parking is available across from the Main Gate and on near-by neighboring lots. Please be advised you will have to pay for your own parking.
COMMITTEE STAND
Be sure to identify yourself as a Sponsor and show your VIP Sponsor Badge at the door when entering the Committee Stand. Since seating is limited, your cooperation is much appreciated.
No food is permitted in the Committee Stand.
Sponsor badges are to be worn at all times.
Thursday and Saturday evening seats are ONLY available to Sponsors who have classes during these evening sessions.
Dress Code – Proper attire is required for the Committee Stand. Shorts, short skirts, tank tops, jeans and T-shirts are not considered appropriate attire.
MEN – Jacket and Tie
LADIES - Pant Suit or Dress
GUESTS are required to dress appropriately also
HOSPITALITY ROOM
The Hospitality Room is open Saturday, May 23th through Saturday, May 30th from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Sponsor badges are required at the door and remember, no one under the age of 21 will be permitted unless accompanied by an adult.
TICKETS
General Admission tickets are valid for a one-time entrance to the show grounds. Some sponsors have reserved seating as a part of their sponsorship package. You may purchase additional “Reserved Seating” tickets by contacting Meg Wiederseim at 610-688-2554.
FOOD
Food booths are opened during all performances. Cafeteria style meals are prepared fresh daily for lunch and dinner, reservations are recommended. Cash or Visa are accepted.
HORSE SHOW HOURS
- Gates will open at approximately 8:00 a.m. and close at approximately 10:00 p.m., daily.
- The Country Fair area opens around 10:00 a.m. for the Midway and Shopping.
The first Sunday, the gates will open at 11:00 a.m. and the Horse Show classes will start at 1:00 p.m. The Country Fair will hold a plant sale on the Sunday after the show and sell all the plants that have decorated the grounds for very reasonable prices.
- Morning / Afternoon Class Sessions end at approximately 5:00 p.m.
- Evening Classes start at approximately 7:00 p.m.
PROGRAMS
All sponsors will be given complimentary program book (s). You will receive program vouchers with your sponsor packets prior to the show. Additional programs are available for $12.00 each.
