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Apply to Participate in our Makers Spirit Event!
We’re excited to bring back The Makers Spirit Event this summer from June 19-20, 2026! We’re mixing things up this year to make it even more fun for participating businesses and visitors alike. If you’re interested in participating, here are a few guidelines to keep in mind.
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Membership is required
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Application Timeline: Application closes on April 27, 2026
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Experience must be exclusive
New This Year: A Retro Passport
For 2026, we’re introducing a retro-style event passport to encourage visitors to travel from stop to stop. Guests will collect stamps and become eligible for plenty of prizes (including one grand prize), making multiple visits part of the fun.
Promo Items Provided
To help enhance the experience, Explore York will provide promotional items for each participating member to give away during their exclusive experience.
Join us in reminding our residents and visitors why York County is THE place to live, work, play, and visit. Your participation in the Makers Spirit Event is a great way to showcase your business or attraction as part of Explore York’s well marketed event that includes:
- An aggressive advertising campaign
- Inclusion on Explore York's Makers Spirit Event webpage
- Inclusion on Explore York's retro passport
- The opportunity to be included in media pitches, influencer visits, and more
If you need assistance in developing a concept, we are here to help. Please email Andrea Ryan, Senior Marketing Manager.
Andrea Ryan Senior Marketing Manager
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