Become a Sponsor
A unique customer experience that delivers
results for you and valuable funds for charity
Associate your brand with the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix – a 10-day motorsport event that offers many options and exposure. We can even create a package to suit your needs. With a dozen venues, you can reach any market segment. Our charitable event combines the Pittsburgh region’s most exciting summer festival with auto racing, creating an exceptional marketing opportunity.
I appreciate your interest in the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix. Our 10-Day Motorsport Festival is truly unique because it combines the region’s largest summer festival with auto racing, creating an exceptional marketing opportunity that raises funds for individuals with autism and intellectual/developmental disabilities. We have been doing this successfully for over 40 years!
In this ever-changing world of wired and digital marketing, sponsors seek unique and personal experiences that engage customers, develop leads, and connect their brands with their target customers. The PVGP is the right answer.
Just a few examples of how our sponsors have executed their experiential marketing programs at the PVGP:
- Product Launches
- Press Events
- Sampling Tours
- Sponsorship Activations
- Corporate Events and Customer Entertainment
- Lead Management
- Branding
- Mobile Applications
- Social / Networking Activities
- VIP Experiences
We bring a quarter-million people right to you—not just motorsport enthusiasts but high-net-worth individuals who spend hours, not minutes, at each event.
Race Weekend at Schenley Park is the perfect venue to entertain your customers, throw a party for your employees, raise awareness of your organization, showcase your product, or watch the races with friends and family.
2024 Sponsorships are now available, starting at $5,000. You can get in the race, and there are various ways for you to get involved. We can even design a custom package to suit your needs. I invite you to navigate this site to learn more about this event. Call us at 412 559-3500 or email the PVGP sponsorship package, and we can discuss the possibilities!
Daniel DelBianco
PVGP Executive Director/Sponsorship
Most of our sponsorship packages have a provision for you to put up a tent or display on the grounds at Schenley Park. Each package has different allowances for the square footage of your tent. In addition to the sponsorships at Schenley Park, we also have opportunities to associate your company with individual events throughout Race Week. We also welcome the opportunity to create a custom package to suit your needs.
Bronze
Sponsorship
$5,000
This is our entry-level package that allows sponsors to gain exposure on-site and with PVGP Race Program advertising. The advantage is maximum impressions without the added cost of supplying and catering your own tent. You can choose between a 10′ x 20′ tent or 12 single-day passes to our VIP Pavilion are just one of the many items you receive. The VIP Pavillion is an exclusive tent located inside corner 16 of the racetrack, food and drink are complimentary for all guests.
There is a Bronze Plus package that costs $7,500 and increases to 16 single-day VIP passes or has an option to erect a 20′ x 20′ tent for the weekend.
There is a Bronze Patron Package available for a single day – Saturday, July 19 or Sunday, July 20 for $5,000 and includes a supplied 20′ x 20′ tent with tables and chairs.
Silver
Sponsorship
$12,500
This package is ideal for sponsors who want to economically entertain on the golf course. The 800 square foot tent allowance permits up to a 20’ x 40′ tent. This is one of our most popular packages with car clubs and small companies. The sponsorship also allows for the display of several cars around the tent. This package is also available with an option of 30 single-day VIP Pavilion passes in lieu of a tent.
There is a Silver Plus package that costs $15,000 and increases the allowable tent size to 30′ x 40′ for the weekend or 50 single-day VIP passes.
All Silver packages include your logo on the poster and on 42 Lamar Billboards.
There is a Silver Patron Package available for a single day – Saturday, July 19 or Sunday, July 20 for $7,500 and includes a supplied 20′ x 30′ tent with tables and chairs.
Gold
Sponsorship
$20,000
At the Gold level, sponsors can erect a 40’ x 40’ tent at Schenley Park or bring their own show properties and displays. Sponsors at this level and above have their logo included on the official posters. This package is also available with 75 single-day VIP Pavilion passes instead of a tent.
This package includes your logo on posters and 42 Lamar Billboards!
Premier
Sponsorship
$30,000
This package is for sponsors who wish to entertain at Schenley Park in a big way. The allowance for tent space is increased to 2,400 square feet, perfect for a party-sized 40′ x 60’ tent. This package is also available with 100 single-day VIP Pavilion passes instead of a tent.
This package includes your logo on the poster and 42 Lamar Billboards.
2025 Individual Event Sponsorships
Can be combined with the above packages
Vintage Ride Experience
$5,000
Saturday, July 19
During Saturday’s lunch break at Schenley Park, our racers graciously offer rides on the actual race track in their vintage cars to raise funds for our charities. Your company is included as part of the event name. Staged from below the VIP Tent on the golf course this packages includes 20 VIP tickets, signage and 20 certificates for free rides.
Italian Cortile
$2,500 – $15,000
July 19/20 Weekend
Our Italian Courtyard in Schenley Park has grown into a national showcase for Italian cars. On Saturday there is a spectacular show with judging and a delicious lunch within the Pittsburgh Golf Club. On Sunday the participants are invited to gather at the Westinghouse Fountain for a private trackside viewing of the races from corner 9.
Patron Parking
$10,000
Sunday, July 20
This is a great opportunity for car enthusiasts to parade from Station Square into the city and display cars in several plazas. Your name will appear on advertising and 3 banners can be displayed at each site. Includes space for 3 vehicles in the parade and show. Includes 4 tickets to the VIP Pavilion each day of Race Weekend.
International Car Show
$25,000
July 19/20 Weekend
Your name will appear on all advertising and banners for the International Car Show on the Schenley Park Golf course. This sponsorship opportunity includes a 20’ x 20’ tent for your use at the entrance to the Car Show on the clubhouse side of the golf course. You can also get involved in judging and awards for Best of Show.
Kick-Off Rallye
$5,000
Sunday, July 6
Car enthusiasts match their driving skills against the competition. You are invited to navigate this “mystery course” through the streets of western PA. Your name would be included in the title and you would receive 2 free entries and reservations for 10 people at the dinner afterward.
Waterfront Ride & Drive
$5,000
Tuesday, July 15
The Waterfront Car Cruise is held at the Waterfront Shopping Center in Homestead with over 750 classic and vintage cars on display and 5,000 spectators. The huge parking lot is perfect for a display and the surrounding roads are ideal for a Ride & Drive event.
Downtown Car Display
$10,000
Wednesday, July 16
This is a great opportunity for car enthusiasts to parade from Station Square into the city and display cars in several plazas. Your name will appear on advertising and 3 banners can be displayed at each site. Includes space for 3 vehicles in the parade and show. Includes 4 tickets to the VIP Pavilion each day of Race Weekend.
Black Tie Gala
$1,000 – $7,500
Friday, July 11
A unique Grand Prix party where auto enthusiasts, sponsors, media and celebrities gather to toast Race Week. This black-tie gala will be held at the PPG Wintergarden downtown. Sponsorship includes tickets, recognition and VIP passe at Schenley Park.
Party at Phipps
$2,500 – $5,000
Thursday, July 17
Details to follow
Tune-Up at the SouthSide Works
$2,500 – $5,000
Wednesday, July 16
Sponsor a great street festival car event from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm. Includes complimentary tickets to the event, advertising, signage and VIP passes to our Race Weekend at Schenley Park
Walnut Street Car Show
$15,000
Monday, July 14
This public event in Shadyside is an opportunity for spectators to see a diverse collection of cars and is a preview for the Schenley Park show. Includes your name in the event title and on advertising, 20 passes to the party at Mario’s East End Saloon. You are also entitled to display 2 vehicles and receive VIP tickets at Schenley Park.
Become a Sponsor
Just a few examples of how our sponsors have executed their experiential marketing programs at the PVGP:
- Product Launches
- Press Events
- Sampling Tours
- Sponsorship Activations
- Conferences and Conventions
- Internal Events and Parties
- Corporate Events and Customer Entertainment
- Lead Management
- Social Media & Digital Management
- Branding
- Mobile Applications
- Social / Networking Activities
- VIP Experiences