2027 Be Fabulous!
Music & Arts Festival
Thursday, May 6 - Saturday, May 8
What began in 2010 as the Harvey Milk Festival has transformed a three-day Pride celebration uplifting LGBTQ+ voices through music, art, and community.
Free and open to the public - come celebrate Pride, art, and resilience with us
SPONSORSHIP, What does that look like…
Overview & Impact
The Be Fabulous Music & Arts Pride Fest (formerly the Harvey Milk Festival) is an annual multi-day celebration organized by the Fabulous Arts Foundation (FabAF) in Sarasota, FL. Sponsoring the festival directly funds local artist stipends, accessible YA programming, community building events for connection and a safe space, QTBIPOC advocacy, and life-affirming mental health wellness initiatives hosted at the 925 Maddox Gallery + LGBTQ+ Center.
Primary Sponsor Benefits
Brand Visibility: Multi-channel promotion across social media, email dispatches, digital festival guidebooks, and on-site event signage.
Fabulous Arts Foundation
Onsite Presence: Standard vendor booth positioning at Selby Five Points Park during the festival, putting your brand in front of thousands of regional attendees.
Fabulous Arts Foundation
Community Impact: Contributions directly support a 501(c)(3) non-profit, making sponsorships tax-deductible while directly funding grassroots queer art and advocacy.
Community Partnership & Sponsorship Tiers
FabAF structures sponsorship through year-round community partnership tiers that combine festival perks with continuous community engagement:
Fabulous Arts Foundation
Micro-Business Tier: Includes a "Proud Business Ally" digital badge, an online business directory listing, 10% team discounts on Pride Fest tickets, and 10% off venue rentals at the 925 Maddox Gallery.
Fabulous Arts Foundation
Visibility Tier: Adds small logo placements on the FabAF website footer and monthly email dispatches, logo inclusion in digital festival programs, and tickets to quarterly B2B "Studio Night Mixers".
Fabulous Arts Foundation
Engagement Tier: Adds a complimentary standard vendor booth space at the festival, on-screen logo placement during film screenings, two social media "Sponsor Spotlights," and 4 VIP Lounge passes.
Fabulous Arts Foundation
Premier Presenting Tier: Adds presenting naming rights for workshop blocks or artist residencies, plus permanent logo placement on the physical 925 Maddox Center Legacy Mural.
Fabulous Arts Foundation
How to Get Involved
Custom packages and direct sponsorship inquiries can be coordinated with the Fab team:
Contact: Shannon Fortner, Executive Director & Founder (shannon.fortner@fabaf.org)
Fabulous Arts Foundation
Online Portal: fabaf.org/community-partners
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Coming soon!
For over a decade, our nonprofit has championed visibility and accessibility, first in Sarasota’s Rosemary District and then at Five Points Park, where our community gathers to be seen, celebrated, and fabulous.
What to Expect
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Join us for the Opening Night of the Be Fabulous Music & Arts Pride Fest art exhibition.
Experience:
Original works by LGBTQIA+ artists across all mediums
Dynamic performances blending sound, movement, and visuals
Interactive installations including storytelling and archival projects
Community engagement opportunities to support and uplift queer voices
This event kicks off our three-day Pride Fest and will be the first chance to view the exhibition in its entirety. The show will remain on display for three months, followed by a panel discussion with the artists.
Date & Time: Thursday, May 76 2027 | 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Location: The Maddox Gallery & Studios, 925 N. Lime Ave, Sarasota, FL 34237
Admission: Free – Registration Required -
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On Saturday, May 8th (3:00–10 PM), Five Points Park will come alive with:
Bands from across the country bringing diverse sounds and high-energy performances.
Artists and artisans showcasing creativity in our vibrant vendor market.
Community partners connecting and celebrating with our LGBTQ+ family.