Stars, Stripes & Spotlight: 2026 WalCo Showcase

All-American energy meets hometown pride at the WCVB Annual Dinner—celebrating WalCo tourism and the national stage!

This year’s Walworth County Visitors Bureau Annual Meeting is taking center stage at the Walworth County Fairgrounds Dining Hall.

Join us for Stars, Stripes & Spotlight, a patriotic celebration featuring an all-American buffet with hometown talent that has reached national audiences.

Experience live appearances and storytelling from:
• Next Level Baker Chad Visgar, Pastries by Chad
• Merlin Award-winning Illusionist Tristan Crist, Tristan Crist Magic Theatre
• Dragon Days, The Gygax Memorial Fund, Paul Stormberg & Sonja Akright

Be with us to honor:

• The Voice Rachel Christine represented by her sister, Micah Lynn Gebel
• Belfry Music Theatre, launching national stage talent
• Walworth County History and existing tourism destinations
• And more tourism partner accomplishments

This will be an evening of inspiration, community pride, and unforgettable moments.

Wear your red, white, and/or blue — and join us.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Fri, April 17, 2026

HEADLINER SPONSOR: $1,000
Celebrate with WalCo while showcasing your organization as a leader in Walworth County’s tourism success story. Headliner Sponsors receive premier recognition before, during, and after the event.

Includes

• 8 tickets to the Annual Meeting
• Individual 24x36 poster in a prominent location at the Annual Meeting
• Recognition in Tourism Partner emails, before and after the event
• Recognition in the Annual Meeting Program
• 1-Year Home Page header image on GoWalCo.com
• 1-Year Premium Events header image AND/OR header images on up to two Category Pages on GoWalCo.com
• Exclusive blog for the WalCo website, Visitor email and social media post

SPOTLIGHT SPONSOR: $500

Step into the spotlight alongside Walworth County’s rising stars and established talent. Spotlight Sponsors receive prominent recognition throughout the evening.

Includes

• 4 tickets to the Annual Meeting
• Individual 24x36 poster in a prominent location at the Annual Meeting
• Recognition in Tourism Partner emails, before and after the event
• Recognition in the Annual Meeting Program
• 1-Year Premium Events header image or header image on one Category Page on GoWalCo.com

ENCORE SPONSOR: $250

Support the celebration and help us amplify local stories that shine beyond our borders.

Includes

• 2 tickets to the Annual Meeting
• Shared signage in a prominent location at the Annual Meeting
• Recognition in Tourism Partner emails, before and after the event
• Recognition in the Annual Meeting Program
• 1-Year One Category header image on GoWalCo.com

BUFFET MENU
Pulled BBQ Pork, House-seasoned Chicken Breast, Macaroni and Cheese, Cowboy Beans, Corn Muffins w/butter, Creamy Cole Slaw, Potato Salad

DESSERT
Dutch Applie Pie
Petit Fores by Pastries by Chad

BEVERAGES
Beer, Wine, Soft Drinks, Iced Tea, Lemonade, Water