Make the magic happen.
After reviewing the Sponsorship Opportunities, please complete the form at the bottom of this page to express interest in supporting the mission of this magical opportunity for our community.
Our chamber team will contact you after submission.
Shop Local. Celebrate Big. Make Spirits Bright.
The Greater Sumter Chamber of Commerce is bringing the magic of Christmas and the spirit of shopping local together with Santa Shops Sumter, a community-wide holiday campaign designed to celebrate our local businesses, inspire holiday shopping, and create unforgettable Christmas memories right here in Sumter!
Running throughout November and December, Santa Shops Sumter will connect residents and visitors with local shopping opportunities, showcase Chamber businesses, and encourage our community to keep their holiday spending close to home.
Why Santa Shops Sumter?
When we shop local, we're doing more than checking names off our Christmas lists. We're supporting our neighbors, strengthening small businesses, creating local jobs, and investing in the community we call home.
Our goal is simple: Make Sumter the first place people think of when it's time to shop, give, and celebrate this holiday season!
What's Included?
SantaShopsSumter.com | Your Local Holiday Shopping Headquarters
A dedicated holiday website connecting shoppers with local businesses, gift ideas, holiday happenings, and everything they need to shop and celebrate in Sumter.
Chamber Charlie's Gift Guide | Discover the Perfect Local Gift
Follow Chamber Charlie as he highlights Chamber businesses, shares holiday shopping inspiration, and helps shoppers discover gifts for everyone on their list.
The Great Sumter Gift-Off | A Little Friendly Holiday Competition
Chamber staff go head-to-head in a festive shopping challenge, visiting local businesses and showcasing unique gifts available throughout Sumter. Follow the fun through videos shared across the Chamber's social media channels and campaign website!
25 Days of Sumter | 25 Days of Holiday Cheer
A digital advent calendar celebrating local businesses with daily spotlights, exciting giveaways, and opportunities for the community to discover and support Sumter businesses throughout December.
Christmas on Calhoun | December 4, 2026
The Chamber's inaugural holiday celebration brings the Christmas spirit to Calhoun Street with a festive marketplace, holiday entertainment, family-friendly activities, seasonal treats, and plenty of Christmas magic! The celebration will also connect with Sumter County's annual Christmas Tree Lighting, bringing our community together for an evening of holiday cheer.
Be Part of the Magic!
Santa Shops Sumter is a celebration of the businesses, people, and traditions that make Sumter special.
Through sponsorship, your business can help bring this community-wide celebration to life while gaining meaningful visibility, connecting with local families, and demonstrating your commitment to supporting Sumter's local economy.
Together, let's make this a season to shop local, celebrate together, and keep the magic of Christmas right here in Sumter!
Your support makes the magic happen. Sumter shares the cheer.
Sponsorship Opportunities | A Chamber Member Exclusive Opportunity
Presenting Sponsor: $5,000 | Co-presenting spots available
Help bring the magic of Christmas to Sumter while encouraging our community to shop local! As a Presenting Sponsor, your business will play a leading role in the 2 month long Santa Shops Sumter holiday campaign, supporting local business discovery, festive shopping experiences, community giveaways, and the inaugural Christmas on Calhoun celebration throughout the holiday season.
Sponsorship Benefits
Recognition as an official Presenting Sponsor of the entire Santa Shops Sumter holiday campaign
Premier logo placement on SantaShopsSumter.com, campaign promotions, signage, merchandise, and videos
Dedicated social media spotlight
Premier recognition throughout Chamber Charlie's Gift Guide, the Great Sumter Gift-Off, and 25 Days of Sumter
Recognition as a Presenting Sponsor of Christmas on Calhoun
Premium company presence at Christmas on Calhoun
Opportunity to distribute branded promotional merchandise at the event
Opportunity for brief sponsor recognition during the event program
Opportunity to provide a featured giveaway or grand prize during 25 Days of Sumter
Santa’s Winter Wonderland Sponsor: $3,000 | One Available
Help bring the magic of Christmas to life for Sumter's youngest visitors! This exclusive sponsorship supports the family-friendly holiday experiences throughout Christmas on Calhoun, creating opportunities for children to celebrate, play, explore, and make special Christmas memories.
Sponsorship Benefits
Exclusive recognition as the official “Santa's Winter Wonderland” Sponsor of Christmas on Calhoun event
Premier sponsor signage throughout designated children's activity areas
Sponsor recognition associated with the Santa walk from the Sumter County Courthouse to the Chamber
Company logo featured on family-activity promotional materials and event signage
Recognition on SantaShopsSumter.com
Dedicated social media spotlight recognizing the sponsor's support of family-friendly Christmas experiences
Recognition in social media promotions highlighting children's activities
Opportunity for company representatives to participate in designated family-friendly activities
Opportunity to provide branded holiday giveaways or promotional items for children and families
Sponsorship supports the overall children's experience, which may include Santa activities, letters to the North Pole, cookies, inflatables, holiday train rides, face painting, interactive entertainment, and other festive attractions as available. Specific activities are subject to final event planning, availability, weather, and logistical considerations.
Santa Shops Sumter Swag | Sponsored by The Retreat At Sumter
Spread a little Christmas cheer that lasts beyond the holiday festivities! This sponsorship helps bring official Santa Shops Sumter merchandise to life, giving attendees a festive keepsake to take home while promoting the importance of shopping local and supporting Sumter businesses.
Sponsorship Benefits
Exclusive recognition as the official “Santa Shops Sumter Swag” Sponsor of Christmas on Calhoun event
Company logo featured on official Santa Shops Sumter swag item to be distributed at the Christmas on Calhoun event
Recognition on SantaShopsSumter.com
Dedicated social media sponsor spotlight
Branded signage at Christmas on Calhoun
Opportunity for company representatives to help distribute merchandise at the event
Sounds of the Season Entertainment Sponsor: $1,500 | One Available
Fill the air with the sounds of Christmas! This sponsorship helps bring festive music and holiday entertainment to Christmas on Calhoun, creating a joyful atmosphere for families, friends, and neighbors to gather and celebrate the season together.
Sponsorship Benefits
Exclusive recognition as the official “Sounds of the Season” Sponsor of Christmas on Calhoun event
Logo placement on entertainment-area signage
Sponsor recognition during entertainment announcements
Recognition in entertainment-related social media promotions
Recognition on SantaShopsSumter.com
Opportunity for company presence near the entertainment area, subject to event layout
Merry Marketplace Sponsor: $1,500 | One Available
Make spirits bright and shopping local even merrier! This sponsorship supports the Merry Marketplace at Christmas on Calhoun, where local businesses, artisans, and vendors come together to showcase unique gifts, holiday treasures, and festive finds for everyone on Santa's list.
Sponsorship Benefits
Exclusive recognition as the official “Merry Marketplace” Sponsor of Christmas on Calhoun event
Prominent branded signage at the marketplace entrance
Recognition on SantaShopsSumter.com
Recognition in marketplace-related social media promotions
One complimentary vendor space at Christmas on Calhoun
Santa’s Cinema Sponsor: $1,000 | One Available
Lights, camera, Christmas magic! This sponsorship helps create a festive outdoor viewing experience at Christmas on Calhoun, bringing holiday-themed entertainment and seasonal cheer to guests as they enjoy an evening of Christmas festivities.
Sponsorship Benefits
Exclusive recognition as the official “Santa’s Cinema” Sponsor of Christmas on Calhoun event
Company logo featured on the outdoor cinema screen during designated sponsor rotations
Opportunity to provide a 15–30-second silent commercial for the screen rotation
Branded signage at the cinema viewing area
Recognition on SantaShopsSumter.com
Recognition in cinema-related social media promotions
Holiday Cheermeister : $1,000 | One Available
Warm hearts and sweeten the season! This sponsorship supports the cozy hot cocoa and s'mores experience at Christmas on Calhoun, inviting families and friends to gather, enjoy delicious holiday treats, and make sweet Christmas memories together.
Sponsorship Benefits
Exclusive recognition as the official “Holiday Cheermeister” Sponsor of Christmas on Calhoun event
Prominent branded signage at the combined Hot Cocoa & S'mores Station at Christmas on Calhoun
Opportunity for company logo placement on cups, sleeves.
Recognition on SantaShopsSumter.com
Recognition in Christmas on Calhoun social media promotions featuring the hot cocoa and s'mores experience
Opportunity to provide branded promotional items to guests
Opportunity for company representatives to assist with the station during the event
Santa’s Helpers: $500 | Multiple Available
Every little bit of Christmas magic starts with a helping hand! Santa's Helpers play an important role in bringing Christmas on Calhoun to life, supporting the festive decorations, holiday atmosphere, and community experiences that make this celebration special for Sumter families.
Sponsorship Benefits
Company logo featured on a shared Santa's Helpers sponsor banner at Christmas on Calhoun event
Company recognition on SantaShopsSumter.com
Recognition in a collective social media sponsor appreciation post
The Great Sumter Gift Off | Official Video Production Partner
Lights, camera, Christmas! Help bring a little friendly holiday competition to life as Chamber staff go head-to-head in the Great Sumter Gift-Off! This festive video challenge will spotlight local Chamber businesses, showcase unique holiday gift ideas, and encourage shoppers to discover all the wonderful gifts available right here in Sumter.
Partnership Benefits
Recognition as the Official Video Production Partner of the Great Sumter Gift-Off
"Produced by _______" credit in the closing credits of videos they produce
Company logo included in designated video credits
Recognition in the initial announcement of the video partnership
Company tag in applicable social media posts featuring the produced videos, when appropriate
Recognition on SantaShopsSumter.com as a Video Production Partner
