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The 4th Annual First Festival

First Fest is a music festival in Sacramento, CA and we want to make it FREE for everyone to attend.

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The 4th Annual First Festival

The 4th Annual First Festival

The 4th Annual First Festival

The 4th Annual First Festival

The 4th Annual First Festival

First Fest is a music festival in Sacramento, CA and we want to make it FREE for everyone to attend.

First Fest is a music festival in Sacramento, CA and we want to make it FREE for everyone to attend.

First Fest is a music festival in Sacramento, CA and we want to make it FREE for everyone to attend.

First Fest is a music festival in Sacramento, CA and we want to make it FREE for everyone to attend.

Danielle Williams
Danielle Williams
Danielle Williams
Danielle Williams
6 Campaigns |
Sacramento, United States
$1,620 USD 34 backers
2% of $60,000 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal
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Overview
First Festival is an all local grassroots music and arts festival that showcases the arts scene in Sacramento, CA on a large scale. First Fest is a platform for the the community to experience new art forms and for local artists and musicians to reach an audience outside of their typical demographic. First Fest is collaborative and community oriented. It's built by the community FOR the community.
 

Hey everyone! My name is Danielle. I founded and produce First Festival (with a little help from some good friends). The 1st three years have been funded by ticket sales and vendor booths, but it was always my intention to make the festival FREE for everyone to attend. This campaign will help do that and I'm so excited to finally fulfill that mission. 

This campaign is not only important to me, it's important to the community-- to the artists, to the musicians, to the comics, to everyone! First Fest celebrates the local arts scene in a way that hasn't been done in our community prior. It creates a platform for local artists to reach audiences that they would never have access to otherwise. But, most importantly, it shows Sacramento all of the home grown talent that exists right here in our region. First Fest proves that local talent can support a weekend long music festival. 

Festivals are expensive.  We've built the foundation over the last three years and now it's ready to go out to the community in exchange for an epic weekend that doesn't cost a dime for those who attend. We're in this together and I know we'll come out on top. I believe in us.  

 

What We Need & Where It's Going:

 

 

I know what you're thinking. $60,000 is A LOT of money. You're right. It is. But this is what it's taken each year to fund the festival. It's been done through ticket sales, vendor booths, up-selling, credit cards, trading, in-kind donations, loans-- you name it. For the 4th year, we need to look at other options.

 In 2017 we had over 3,000 people come through over the weekend. If each of those people donated $20, then this entire campaign would be funded. That's not too bad-- especially with perks at every donation level!

We've built this festival from the ground up doing everything it takes to create a solid, reliable foundation. Everything has been done in-house to push every dollar as far as it can go. Nothing is spent without critical evaluation. The same will go for these funds. Money will be spent critically and carefully. Every dollar will be respected.

First Fest's Community Impact:

First Fest is the first and only strictly local regional music festival in Sacramento. Our mission is to give local artists and musicians a platform to showcase their projects in a festival-venue. In 3 years, we've showcased nearly 100 local bands spanning all genres. We've showcased a ton of local artists from all backgrounds and who use all different mediums. In 2017 we introduced local comedy into the lineup, highlighting 10 local comedians, including a popular podcast. We have seen nearly 200 vendors come through over the years including crafters, artists, makers, designers, local business, food trucks, food vendors, interactive booths-- you name it! Over the last 3 years we've featured over 100 different local beers on tap from local breweries-- vote on what we pour next year!

First Fest is about community first and foremost. We aren't funded and we aren't run by a corporation. We crowd source ideas and let the community vote on the beer selection and activities. We curate First Festival with Sacramento in mind alongside Sacramento. Always have and always will. Pre-fund with us and help keep First Festival alive in the Sacramento community for the year to come. 

 

Risks & Challenges

What happens if this campaign doesn't fund? Well, its likely that First Fest as we have come to know it may not happen. This fundraiser is critical. We can't financially support the event at the risk of our family and friends again. It's a hard truth we have to face and we're being 100% transparent. First Fest has always paid its bills. We've paid every artist contracted for payment on time and in full. We don't leave people high and dry and we honor our word. Always have and always will, no matter what. 

So, if it doesn't fund enough, we'll throw the best party we can with what we have. It might be one day. It might be one stage. It might only be an evening. We REALLY hope we can throw the biggest First Fest yet, but it's all a numbers game. We will do something with whatever we raise, but we REALLY hope that it's another epic First Fest. I'm willing to put in the work if you're willing to help get us there. 

Other Ways You Can Help

Some people just can't contribute, but that doesn't mean you can't help. Share this campaign. But most importantly, write something telling your friends why it's important. Create a call to action. Tell 'em why it's important to you. 

We love you Sacramento. Thank you for showing up. See you at the park!

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Personalized Poster

$100 USD
A limited edition First Fest Poster. This poster will be specially designed for this campaign and only released to donors with this perk. Each poster will be customized for the donor -- none alike. All posters will print 13x19 in full color and will be signed by the artist (Danielle Vincent -- she does all FF graphics!) + FF Stickers and CD's
Included Items
  • First Fest Merch
Estimated Shipping
December 2017
3 claimed
Ships to United States of America

First Fest Sticker

$5 USD
First Fest Deer Logo Sticker // Durable and weather proof // Dimensions: 2"x 2"
Included Items
  • First Fest Merch
Estimated Shipping
October 2017
0 claimed
Ships to United States of America

First Fest Pin-Back Button

$5 USD
First Fest pin back button featuring the First Festival Deer graphic wearing funny sunglasses.
Included Items
  • First Fest Merch
Estimated Shipping
December 2017
1 claimed

First Fest CD

$10 USD
(Choose 1 of 3) First Fest CD featuring music from the First Festival lineup members from years 1-3 // To see the tracks on the various CD's: http://www.firstfestivalsacramento.com/official-store/first-festival-official-cd
Included Items
  • First Fest CD
Estimated Shipping
December 2017
1 claimed
Ships to United States of America

First Fest Sticker & CD's

$20 USD
First Fest Deer Logo Sticker // All 3 First Fest CD's // + Bonus Caliscope Sticker!
Included Items
  • First Fest Merch
Estimated Shipping
December 2017
11 claimed
Ships to United States of America

Sofar Sounds Private Event

$50 USD
Attendance to an exclusive Sofar Sounds private concert. You +2 friends can experience one of the most exclusive concert events that Sacramento has to offer. The lineup is always secret and the location is revealed only a few days before. This intimate concert experience is like no other. We'll set you up with drinks and snacks, too.
Included Items
  • Sofar Sounds
Estimated Shipping
October 2017
1 out of 20 of claimed

Early Entry + A Round On Us

$50 USD
Gain early entry into First Fest '18 for you +1. We'll mail a special wristband that gets you into the festival at 10am. Grab a round of drinks on us, find a spot and get ready. Watch soundcheck and then the opening band from the best seats on the house. Beat the crowds next year and stake claim to the front row! +FF Stickers & CD+ FF 2018 Shirt
Included Items
  • Intangible Perk
Estimated Shipping
May 2018
0 out of 100 of claimed
Ships to United States of America

Mega Sticker Pack +

$75 USD
First Fest MEGA Sticker: 12" Diameter Circle // First Fest Deer Sticker (2"x2") // First Fest Bridge Sticker (4"x4") // All 3 First Festival CD's // First Fest Pin-Back Button // + Bonus Caliscope Sticker
Included Items
  • First Fest Merch
Estimated Shipping
December 2017
4 claimed
Ships to United States of America

First Fest Tee +

$75 USD
Receive one custom made First Fest baseball tee in any size. This shirt will only be available to donors at this perk level-- it will never be released elsewhere or reproduced. Be the coolest person at the festival when you wear this shirt because everyone will know that you helped make the event FREE!
Included Items
  • First Fest Merch
Estimated Shipping
December 2017
0 claimed
Ships to United States of America

City of Trees Musical Tour

$100 USD
Receive entry for you +1 to 5 music shows of your choice in the Sac area. We will arrange w/ you which shows. You pick 5 and we'll arrange for you to be on the guest list and to get a shout out from the artists. You'll also get early entry (10am) to FF with a special wristband we'll mail you. + Caliscope Prize Bag!
Included Items
  • Intangible Perk
Estimated Shipping
December 2017
1 out of 10 of claimed
Ships to United States of America

Private Concert & Dinner

$200 USD
Admission with a +1 to a private concert with Drop Dead Red at Post & Beam Studios in Downtown Sacramento. Complimentary meal and drinks served during the evening. Enjoy an evening of up close and personal live music with buffet style hot dinner options and complimentary drinks.
Included Items
  • Private Concert
Estimated Shipping
November 2017
0 out of 15 of claimed

Golf Cart Tour of First Fest +

$350 USD
Get a tour of the 2018 First Fest w/ Danielle & Paige in our Golf Cart! You +1 friend will get a tour through the festival. First stop-- the beer stand for drinks on us. Then, we'll visit each stage, art, and more. It'll be AWESOME. End the tour at any food vendor for meals on us! (approx. 45 minutes) + 2 stuffed FF goodie bags +2018 FF Shirts
Included Items
  • Intangible Perk
Estimated Shipping
May 2018
0 out of 6 of claimed

On-Stage Seating +

$400 USD
Want to see the show from the stage itself? You got it! You and 3 friends can watch a First Fest set on the main stage with a round of drinks delivered to you during the set! (Please note that we will have to arrange which set beforehand-- you will be given a list to choose from).
Included Items
  • Intangible Perk
Estimated Shipping
May 2018
0 out of 12 of claimed

Private Party Show: Caliscope

$500 USD
Caliscope will provide live entertainment for you and your friends in your home. Plan a party because the live entertainment is coming right to your doorstep. These First Fest alumni will make your event a night to remember. Learn more about them: caliscope.com
Included Items
  • Private Concert (5)
Estimated Shipping
October 2017
0 out of 1 of claimed

Private Party Show: The MOANS

$500 USD
The MOANS will provide live entertainment for you and your friends in your home. Plan a party because the live entertainment is coming right to your doorstep. These First Fest alumni will make your event a night to remember. Learn more about them: themoans.bandcamp.com
Included Items
  • Private Concert
Estimated Shipping
October 2017
0 out of 1 of claimed

Private Party Show: The Brangs

$500 USD
The Brangs will provide live entertainment for you and your friends in your home. Plan a party because the live entertainment is coming right to your doorstep. This band will make your event a night to remember. Learn more about them: facebook.com/thebrangs
Included Items
  • Private Concert
Estimated Shipping
December 2017
0 out of 1 of claimed

Private Show: The Nickel Slots

$500 USD
The Nickel Slots will provide live entertainment for you and your friends for a private event. Plan a party because the live entertainment is coming right to your doorstep. These First Fest alumni will make your event a night to remember. Learn more about them: thenickelslotsmusic.com
Included Items
  • Intangible Perk
Estimated Shipping
December 2017
0 out of 1 of claimed
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Matchbox 20 Concert +

$350 USD
Estimated Shipping
July 2017
1 out of 1 of claimed
Ships to United States of America

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