The Frederick Center presents
Spark
The 2026 Annual Prism Awards Gala, celebrating the LGBTQ+ advocates and allies who brighten our world.
- Sunday, October 4, 2026
- 5:00 PM
- Thorpewood, 12805-A Mink Farm Rd, Thurmont, MD 21788Get directions
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Tickets, tables and sponsorships are sold out.
Relive the Night
Highlights from our most recent Prism Awards celebration.
Moments from the Gala
A look back at the people and moments that make this night shine.
Tickets
Join us for an unforgettable evening of celebration, recognition, and community.
Tickets are sold out.
Thank you to everyone joining us for Spark. If you have a question about an order you already placed, email [email protected].
Reserve a Table
Host your whole party at a reserved table of eight, seated together all evening. VIP Tables add the full Prism Circle experience for all eight guests, with prime placement closest to the stage and dance floor.
Tables are sold out.
The VIP Experience
The Prism Circle
VIP tickets and VIP tables welcome you into the Prism Circle: our inner ring of gala supporters, with priority seating, a custom keepsake pin, and recognition on gala night.
| Ticket$150 | VIP Ticket$250 | Table$1,350 | VIP Table$2,250 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Admission | 1 guest | 1 guest | 8 guests | 8 guests |
| Reserved table for your party | – | – | Included | Included |
| Priority seating in the VIP area | – | Included | – | Included |
| Prime placement by the stage and dance floor | – | – | – | Included |
| Prism Circle custom pin | – | Included | – | Included, all 8 guests |
| Recognition in the program and at the event | – | Included | – | Included |
| One more surprise perk, to be announced | – | Included | – | Included |
Sponsorship Opportunities
Align your organization with Frederick County’s premier LGBTQ+ celebration and help the Prism Awards shine.
All sponsorships are sold out. Thank you to the sponsors making Spark possible.
Benefit lists below are placeholders for review. Final benefits will be provided by The Frederick Center.
Diamond
$10,000
- Eight (8) Tickets and Reserved Priority Table.
- Presenting sponsor billing: “Spark, presented by your organization”
- Speaking opportunity during the evening’s program
- Presenter of one award
- Logo on stage screens and all event signage
- Featured recognition in press and social media
- Full-page ad in the event program
- Optional: Informational table at event
Platinum
$7,500
- Eight (8) Tickets and Reserved Priority Table
- Logo on all event marketing
- Social media spotlight
- Presenter of one award
- Listed sponsor of the bar
- Half-page ad in the event program
Gold
$5,000
- Eight (8) Tickets and Reserved Table
- Logo in event program and on event signage
- Social media recognition
- Presenter of one award
- Recognition during remarks
Silver
$2,500
- Four (4) Tickets with Reserved Seating
- Name in the event program and on event signage
- Social media recognition
Bronze
More Details Coming Soon
This space is reserved for program details, award categories, honorees, and a welcome message from The Frederick Center.
