The Great Northern is more than a festival — it’s Minnesota’s boldest season brought to life.
By blending outdoor adventure, climate leadership, art, and culinary experiences, TGN creates a one-of-a-kind platform where culture, community, and sustainability converge.
Forward-looking organizations know that today’s audiences expect more than logos on banners. They value authentic engagement — being part of something that sparks conversation, inspires climate action, and brings people together in the heart of winter.
Our sponsors understand this: aligning with The Great Northern isn’t just support for a festival, it’s an investment in visibility, shared values, and lasting community impact.
Let’s Create Something Meaningful Together
Connect with our sponsorship team to explore tailored opportunities that align with your goals and resources.
Every year, forward-thinking partners from across industries team up with The Great Northern to showcase their commitment to creativity, community, and climate action. Sponsors see direct value in tapping into:
Your Support Fuels More Than a Festival
Climate action through storytelling, panels, and public engagement
Free, accessible programming that unites Minnesotans across cultures and generations
Local artists, Indigenous voices, and community leaders sharing their vision of the Minnesota
Connecting people to place through art, food, and the elements
The Great Northern is made possible through the generous support of:
The Great Northern is a proud recipient of the Minneapolis Community Events Assistance Program Grant
Climate Pillar Sponsor
Family Day Sponsor
Premiere Patron Sponsors
Elite Benefactor Sponsor + Outdoor Pillar Sponsor
Elite Benefactor Sponsor
Outdoor Pillar Sponsor
Signature Supporter Sponsors
The Great Northern Sauna Village presented by Superior Sauna & Steam
Climate Solutions Series Supporting Sponsor / Signature Supporter
TGN Ambassador Sponsors
Friend of TGN
Festival Advocate
Rooted: Stories from Minnesota’s Farming Future Sponsors
