⚡March 14 - 16, 2025
⚡Sheraton Fairplex, Pomona, CA
⚡March 14 - 16, 2025
⚡Sheraton Fairplex, Pomona, CA

Why Become a Vendor?

  • Engage directly with over 1,100 HEMA enthusiasts
  • Showcase your products to a targeted, passionate audience
  • Network with professionals in the HEMA community
  • Be part of a world-class HEMA event
VENDOR APPLICATION

SOCAL SWORDFIGHT 2025

Why Become a Vendor?

  • Engage directly with over 1,100 HEMA enthusiasts
  • Showcase your products to a targeted, passionate audience
  • Network with professionals in the HEMA community
  • Be part of a world-class HEMA event
VENDOR APPLICATION

QUESTIONS

Feel Free to contact to learn more about SoCal Swordfight and discuss the options available to you.

Our sponsorship team is standing by:

📞 ‪714-497-3377‬
✉️ sponsors@socalswordfight.com

  • 2 vendor passes
  • Basic electricity
  • Website listing
  • Social media announcement
  • Logo on vendor banner

  • 4 vendor passes
  • Basic electricity
  • Website listing with link
  • Dedicated social media post
  • Logo on all vendor signage
  • 6 vendor passes
  • Basic electricity
  • Website listing with link
  • Dedicated social media post
  • Logo on all vendor signage

  • Additional Opportunities To

    Elevate Your Brand

    SoCal Swordfight 2025 offers a range of sponsorship opportunities to suit various goals and budgets. Whether you're looking to showcase your brand, support the HEMA community, or align with specific aspects of our event, we have options tailored to meet your needs.

  • 01

    Community Champions

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    Local businesses can connect with HEMA enthusiasts through our Community Champion sponsorships. These packages offer scalable visibility and engagement opportunities, allowing you to support the event while gaining exposure to a diverse audience of practitioners, spectators, and history buffs.

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  • 02

    Arming Champions

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    Perfect for HEMA equipment manufacturers and suppliers, our Arming Champion sponsorships allow you to directly support competitors while showcasing your products to a highly targeted audience of practitioners and enthusiasts.

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  • 03

    Grand Champions

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    For brands seeking maximum exposure and integration, our top-tier sponsorship levels offer comprehensive benefits and exclusive rights across the entire event, ensuring your brand stands out as a key supporter of SoCal Swordfight 2025.

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SOCAL SWORDFIGHT 2025

Ideal Product Categories

We welcome vendors offering products and services in the following categories.

Don't miss this opportunity to showcase your products and services to the HEMA community.

Apply today and be part of SoCal Swordfight 2025!

VENDOR APPLICATION

Become an essential part of HEMA history by sponsoring SoCal Swordfight 2025. Connect with martial artists who rely on your protective gear, weapons, and training equipment. Showcase your products and expertise, ensuring participants have the tools they need for a safe and successful event.

Empower martial artists to excel with your products by sponsoring SoCal Swordfight 2025. Reach a dedicated audience seeking top-quality athletic wear and training gear. Showcase your offerings to help participants boost their performance and stand out on the battlefield.

Products that help participants improve their physical fitness and nutrition, such as protein powder, supplements, and workout gear.

Books, DVDs, and other resources that teach participants about HEMA techniques and strategies.

Equip our Historical Martial Arts enthusiasts with your exceptional outdoor and tactical gear by sponsoring SoCal Swordfight 2025. Connect with a passionate audience seeking high-quality knives and tactical equipment. Showcase your products to enhance their pursuit of excellence in martial arts and outdoor activities.

Games that are set in medieval or Renaissance times, or games that feature swordsmanship or martial arts. RPG, Table Top, and / or video games

Clothing, armor, and accessories that are inspired by medieval and Renaissance fashion.

Services that can help HEMA club owners, instructors, and other members of the HEMA community with their business needs, such as real estate, insurance, business services, marketing, and websites.

Support your community and elevate your brand's visibility through sponsorship of SoCal Swordfight 2025. Showcase your local business or restaurant to an engaged and diverse audience. Offer catering services, ensuring attendees savor quality food, and consider exclusive promotions that entice them to visit your establishment.

Provide Prizes and Reduce Your Costs

Contribute to the event's excitement by donating products, certificates, or vouchers as prizes or giveaways. In return, receive a code to offset your vendor space cost:

  • $500 of your vendor space cost must be paid
  • The remaining balance can be covered through product donations

To participate, email us at sponsors@socalswordfight.com with your proposal.

How to Apply

  1. Complete the Vendor Application Form
  2. Our team will review your application
  3. If approved, you'll receive further instructions for payment and setup

Application Deadline: February 28, 2025

Apply early to secure your space and maximize your promotion opportunities!

VENDOR APPLICATION

  • Important Notes for Vendors

    • Food vendors require special permissions; sampling is permitted
    • No overhead canopies allowed
    • Wi-Fi access is available, but consider bringing a backup internet solution if crucial for your operations

  • Questions?

    If you have any questions about becoming a vendor at SoCal Swordfight 2025, please:

Sponsorship Benefits and Tax Implications

As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, Swordfight USA offers unique advantages to our sponsors. Your sponsorship may be tax-deductible as a charitable contribution, providing significant tax benefits while supporting our mission to promote Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA). SoCal Swordfight operates as a DBA (Doing Business As) of Swordfight USA, ensuring that all donations and sponsorships for SoCal Swordfight are eligible for tax benefits under Swordfight USA's non-profit status. By partnering with us, you're directly contributing to educational and cultural preservation efforts, enhancing your brand's image through alignment with our non-profit mission. We recommend consulting with your tax advisor to understand the specific implications for your organization. For more detailed information about Swordfight USA and our initiatives, please visit our main organization page.