Two area nonprofits, Pottstown Area Economic Development and Hobart’s Run, are hosting the Seventh Annual Fete en Blanc in Pottstown.

Fete in Blanc will take place at Smith Family Plaza at Pottstown Borough Hall (100 E. High Street) on Friday, Sept. 6, from 6-9:00 PM. The event is modeled after traditional late summer or early fall Dinner in White events held in communities around the world, from Paris to Philadelphia, with all attendees decked in white attire.

Sponsorship opportunities allow regional businesses and other organizations to play a prominent role in this highly anticipated end-of-summer celebration, expected to again sell out, with a cap on available seats set at 750 guests.

Sponsorship levels include $2,500 Platine (platinum), $1,000 Blanc (white), $500 Dore (gold), and $250 Argent (silver), as well as $5,000 Presenting Sponsorships. Supporters will receive recognition and complimentary ticket reservations appropriate to each level, as detailed on the Fete en Blanc website. All sponsors will be acknowledged via social media before the event as well as honored during and after the celebration, noting their generosity and tangible role in bringing our community together and welcoming Pottstown visitors.

Tickets always move quickly for this 750-seat, rain-or-shine event. To purchase a seat ($15 per person, with a limit of six tickets allowed per person), visit Fete en Blanc beginning on Jun. 1.

Attendees of this event can enjoy takeout from one of Pottstown’s restaurants and eateries, or prepare their own picnic meal, dine together, and say farewell to summer with a ceremonial white-napkin wave. Many guests bring creative white centerpiece arrangements to make the setting even more special.

The beautiful evening will again feature beverages for purchase from excellent Pottstown purveyors including Manatawny Still Works, Spirit Express Kiki Vodka, Sly Fox Brewing Company, professional live music by the Louis Rieger ensemble, and — best of all — an eclectic and enthusiastic gathering of residents, business and property owners, and visitors eager to celebrate Pottstown’s revitalization. An increasing number of attendees from outside Pottstown enjoy the event due to its reputation as a lovely, upbeat party in a fun, celebratory setting.

The Pottstown Fete en Blanc annual event is funded by a combination of ticket sales and sponsorships. All ticket sales and sponsorships are used to cover essential event costs for necessities such as table, chair, and linen rentals; security measures; entertainment expenses; restroom facilities, etc.

Learn more about upcoming events and attractions in Montgomery County at Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board. The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board is a private, non-profit membership sales and marketing organization that actively promotes the Valley Forge area and Montgomery County as a convention site and leisure visitor destination by promoting patronage of its member hotels, restaurants, attractions, and services.