The American Folklore Society
The American Folklore Society

Attendees mingle and interact with local artists demonstrating their work at the 2019 Annual Meeting of the American Folklore Society in Baltimore. Photo by Meredith McGriff

View from above of many people gathered in a hotel lobby around posters and exhibit tables

Our WorkAnnual Meetings

Sponsors, Exhibitors, and Advertisers

Now, more than ever, we have many options for raising awareness of your work, services or products at the largest international gathering of folklorists and cultural workers.

Why sponsor, exhibit or advertise at the AFS Annual Meeting?

Reach nearly 900 professionals in folklore studies and related fields, working in academic, public, and private institutions. Our exhibitors are a vital part of our annual meetings. Plus, as an exhibitor, you have access to all sessions and social events.

People browse and chat in groups around display tables in a conference exhibit room.

Exhibit

Exhibit Room Space: Reserve by August 1, 2026

# of Tables Rates

  • 1 Table $300
  • 2 Tables $500
  • 3 Tables $600
  • Tables should be staffed by members of your organization. Have your own exhibit setup? Contact us at annualmeeting@afsnet.org.

Advertise in the Print Program

138th Annual Meeting Print Program

Deadline: August 1, 2026

The print program will be available for participants (for a fee) and includes the full program schedule, event abstracts and other meeting essentials.

Black and White Ad Rates by Size

  • Half Page $600: 5.5″ x 8.5 (horizontal)
  • Full Page $750: 11″ x 8.5″
  • Additional pages $500/ea

Inserts

  • $300

Provide your own materials – fliers, brochures, etc. – to be handed out to every attendee at registration along with their program book and name tag.

*New this year!* Digital Advertising

Deadline: October 1, 2026

  • Fourwaves (conference platform): logo placement on sponsorship page and space for an image, 100-word blurb, and link to your webpage
  • Annual Meeting landing page: logo placement on sponsorship page and space or an image, 100-word caption/description, and link to your webpage
  • Social media: placement of logo along with other sponsors in Annual Meeting promotions
  • $500 flat rate
View from above of many people gathered in a hotel lobby around posters and exhibit tables

Sponsorship Packages

Sponsor recognition begins with combined support of $1,500 or more. If you are an exhibitor, advertiser or donor, you may qualify for additional sponsorship perks. Learn more (here).

For full details and policies, see Terms, Conditions, and Specifications for Meeting Sponsors.

Help support the meeting by sponsoring the keynote addresses or another already-scheduled event.

Find up-to-date program details on the AFS Conference Platform.

People in small group discussions seated at round tables

Our attendees are particularly interested in:

Publications: showcase books and/or journals to those interested in advancing their education. Meet scholars interested in publishing their own work.

Technology: expand attendees’ awareness of technology that will assist them in the field and at their home institutions. Show them how you can help improve their work.

Community Resources: connect communities to information and resources about folklore studies, folklore, folklife, festivals, exhibits, archives, and more!