2027 Experience Columbus Co-op Program
Experience Columbus is launching the second year of our co-op program to help support community partners! This opportunity is available to any Columbus business or attraction that supports and believes in the impact of tourism! The 2027 Application opens on July 1st along with "Last Chance" to apply for our 2026 Holiday co-op campaign.
The Experience Columbus Co-op Program:
- Provides local businesses marketing support for strategic advertising that aligns with Experience Columbus' target audiences and markets.
- The 2026 co-op program is currently running with 12 partners!
- Our next year will launch in February 2027 with a financial match by Experience Columbus.
- Has the ability for partners to benefit and collaborate on Experience Columbus' key yearly campaigns: Spring Break, Summer, and Holiday.
- Includes many investment levels, but limited to 16 partners in year two.
2026 Holiday Campaign:
Key Dates
- Application re-opens: July 1, 2026
- Holiday Campaign application due August 1, 2026
- All applicants notified by September 4, 2026
Informational Resources
How to Know if You're Accepted
A member of the Experience Columbus team will reach out to you by September 4, 2026, to let you know if your business has been accepted for the 2026 holiday co-op campaign.
2027 Co-Op Marketing Campaign:
Key Dates
- Application opens: July 1, 2026
- Application due: November 13, 2026
- All applicants notified by December 18, 2026
- Accepted applicants' contracts are due by EOY
How to Know if You're Accepted
A member of the Experience Columbus team will reach out to you by December 18, 2026, to let you know if your business has been accepted into the 2027 co-op program.
Interested in applying? Contact our team:
Set up a meeting with our staff to learn more about the Experience Columbus Co-op Program.
Olivia Karp, ECI (she/her) Sr. Partnerships Manager
Email:
Phone:
Ashley Darr, ECI (she/her) Sr. Director, Integrated Marketing & Communications
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