Are you ready to transform your city or Business Improvement District into a vibrant hub of art, culture, and community engagement? Friday Hop is here to help! We offer three flexible options to bring our successful art walk program to your area, catering to different needs and budgets. Let’s explore how you can kickstart a thriving Friday night art scene in your community.
Option 1: Community-Powered Friday Hop (Free)
Perfect for communities with a strong volunteer base and a DIY spirit. Read all about it here: How to Launch a Friday Hop in Your City, BID, or Main Street
What You Get:
- A comprehensive guide to organizing and running Friday Hop events
- Access to our online resources and best practices
- A unique website landing page for your local Friday Hop
- Basic marketing materials templates (digital and printable)
- Monthly check-ins with a Friday Hop advisor
What You Need:
- A minimum of 6 dedicated volunteers
- Local coordination of artists, galleries, and businesses
- Self-managed marketing and promotion
- Commitment to running the event monthly
Option 2: Friday Hop Essentials ($1,500/month)
Ideal for communities that need some extra support in volunteer management and event coordination.
What You Get:
- All benefits from the Community-Powered option
- 40 hours of volunteer time per month, managed by Friday Hop
- Basic event coordination and event calendar management
- Monthly marketing strategy guides
- Social media toolkit and content calendar
- Assistance with local artists, local photographers, and gallery outreach
What You Need to Participate:
- Local liaison to work with the Friday Hop team (someone we can coordinate with)
- Cooperation from local businesses and venues (A location you want to highlight for events)
- Commitment to a 3-month minimum contract
Option 3: Friday Hop Premium ($3,000/month)
A comprehensive, turnkey solution for cities or BIDs looking for full-service event management and marketing.
What You Get:
- All benefits from the Essentials option
- Comprehensive event planning and management
- Full coordination with local artists, galleries, and businesses
- Creation and maintenance of a local arts calendar
- Robust marketing campaign including:
- Custom website development and maintenance
- Social media management
- Email marketing campaigns
- Press releases and media outreach
- Print and digital advertising design and placement
- Monthly performance reports and strategy sessions
- Assistance with sponsor acquisition and management
What You Need:
- Dedicated point of contact in city government or BID
- Commitment to a 12-month minimum contract
All Options Include:
- A unique website landing page for your local Friday Hop
- Customizable marketing materials (digital and print)
- Access to the Friday Hop brand and logo
- Inclusion in the national Friday Hop network
- Opportunity to participate in national Friday Hop promotions and events
Why Choose Friday Hop?
- Proven Success: Our model has revitalized art scenes and local economies across the country.
- Flexibility: Choose the option that best fits your community’s needs and resources.
- Community Building: Foster connections between artists, businesses, and residents.
- Economic Boost: Drive foot traffic and sales to local businesses.
- Cultural Enrichment: Enhance your city’s cultural offerings and attractiveness to residents and visitors alike.
Ready to Hop Into Action?
Transform your Fridays and your community with Friday Hop! Contact us today to discuss which option is right for your city or BID. Let’s work together to create a vibrant, art-filled future for your area.
Don’t let another Friday night pass by quietly. Bring the excitement, culture, and community spirit of Friday Hop to your city today!