Showcase your business with our special publications. From high-end magazines to newsprint tabular inserts, our special media opportunities allow you to target your ideal customers. Create awareness for your brand, product or services. Readers are intentionally engaged in the material on the page, especially visually appealing ads. Special sections have a shelf life and events leave a lasting impression. Various sponsorship levels are available to fit all budgets. Face-to-face interaction with event attendees can create a special bond with your brand.
All Upcoming Opportunities
Worship Directory – March
The Season of Faith Worship Guide is a chance to share your plans for service and celebration throughout the season. Inform readers about the unique qualities of your organization along with opportunities to join your congregation.
Distribution: Full publication run in Saturday Gazette, Green Gazette and thegazette.com reaching over 153,000.
Sales Sheet: Worship Directory Easter 2024
Deadline: March 13
Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351
Excellence in the Arts
Excellence in the Arts will include outreach to area high schools, asking for nominations in the categories of visual, audio and performing arts. Selection of outstanding achievement will lead to a spotlight series of winners in a special section along with an awards ceremony to celebrate while showcasing various local artists.
Sales Sheet: Excellence in the Arts 2023
Special Section publication – March 17
Awards Event – March 24
Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351
Healthy You – April
Healthy You is a quarterly publication about the latest in health prevention and treatments for individuals and their families. Every 2024 edition will have a theme that includes a status of the issue specific to Iowans, an ask the expert segment and wellness component. Topics will cover both seasonal issues and emerging health care concerns.
Sales Sheet: Healthy You 2024
Deadline: March 5
Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351
Other publish dates: Jul 28, Nov 3
Cycling Guide
A new once a year special section distributed in The Gazette aimed at telling the stories of the businesses, people and local efforts that have made The Corridor a cycling destination.
Sales Sheet: Cycling Guide
Deadline: March 19
Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351
Cedar Rapids Parade of Homes – Spring
The Spring Parade of Homes includes a showcase of homes in a half-page profile with photo and description of the house. Builders can upgrade their profile to a full page. The section includes a map for readers to follow throughout the Spring parade. Advertisers must be members of the Greater Cedar Rapids Home Builders Association.
Target Audience: Potential new-home buyers as well as homeowners; particularly age 30-55 with interest in improving their homes.
Sales Sheet: Spring Parade of Homes 2024
Deadline: Monday, March 12
Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351
Iowa City Home Show
IC Home Show Event Dates: April 26-28, 2024
Iowa City Home Show in partner with the Iowa City Home Builder Association.
Promote your products and services to potential customers through The Gazette’s Iowa City Home Show section! This advertising opportunity is an exclusive offer for members of the Greater Iowa City Area Home Builders Association.
Sales Sheet: IC Home Show 2024
Deadline: March 19
Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351
Pints and Politics – April
Pints and Politics is a year-round gathering featuring The Gazette, Iowa Public Radio and special guests from across the state across all party lines. National, state and local issues are covered, with opportunities to zone in on the latest headlines. P&P attendees participate in audience polls, submit questions and enjoy time with some of their favorite reporters, columnists and talk show hosts! Average attendance is 90-125 per event.
Sales Sheet: Pints & Politics
Other event dates: Jun. 6, Aug. 8, Oct. 3, Nov. 7
Business Breakfast Series – May
Eastern Iowa’s economic strength depends on the success of the various pieces within industries, and strategies. The Gazette Business Breakfast series is an in person gathering to address the latest issues with a panel of experts to share a variety of perspectives along with the sharing of solutions and resources available.
Sales Sheet: Business Breakfast Series
Other event dates: Sept. 10
Marion Arts Festival
The annual celebration of fine, quality art returns for year 32!
Join the Marion Arts Festival special preview guide for the large festival in May. The annual publication gives readers and attendees a full scope of what to expect throughout the festival, while featuring the area artists and stories behind the creation of this incredible community event.
Sales Sheet: Marion Arts Festival 2024
Deadline: April 16
Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351
Prestige – Summer 2024
A biannual special section dedicated to Iowans 55+. Stories, resources and real perspectives about life in Iowa for older demographics that cover a range of issues. Past content includes money management, family dynamics, leisure, volunteerism and more.
Publication will be distributed full-run in Sunday Gazette, Green Gazette, and on thegazette.com reaching over 153,000 readers.
Sales Sheet: Prestige 2024
Deadline: April 30
Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351
Iowa City Parade of Homes
Reach thousands of local prospects looking to buy a new home or improve their current home in The Gazette’s exclusive Parade of Homes Guidebook.
Our target audience to promote and distribute this guidebook includes an age bracket of 30-55 with interest in home repair, home improvement. Advertisers must be members of the Greater Iowa City Are Home Builders Association.
Distribution:
Full publication run in Sunday Gazette, Green Gazette and thegazette.com reaching over 153,000 as well as Southeast Iowa Union and Washington County.
Sales Sheet: Iowa City Parade of Homes 2024
Deadline: April 22
Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351
Pints and Politics – June
Pints and Politics is a year-round gathering featuring The Gazette, Iowa Public Radio and special guests from across the state across all party lines. National, state and local issues are covered, with opportunities to zone in on the latest headlines. P&P attendees participate in audience polls, submit questions and enjoy time with some of their favorite reporters, columnists and talk show hosts! Average attendance is 90-125 per event.
Sales Sheet: Pints & Politics
Other event dates: Aug. 8, Oct. 3, Nov. 7
HER Publication – June
HER Publication, a product of The Gazette, provides opportunities for in-depth story telling about outstanding individuals who are having an impact in Eastern Iowa. Who is leading the charge on big issues facing our region and why it is important for readers to know these individuals is highlighted in every publication.
Sales Sheet: 2024 HER Advertising
Deadline: May 14
Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351
Fall Publication: October 20
HER Women of Achievement – Community Event
Showing up and making an impact. HER Women of Achievement recognizes outstanding women who have made positive impressions in their communities. WOA is a unique opportunity to educate readers about the variety of ways women lead. Through nominations, the 2023 honorees will be recognized through a special section, video interviews, networking parties and large in-person celebration.
Dates:
Private Honoree Gathering – May 23
Special Section – June 9
Community Awards Event – June 13
Student Series September – 19
Sales Sheet: HER Women of Achievement
STEM
Pathways in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
STEM in Iowa is an in-depth look at how this educational pathway is having an impact in the classroom as well as in future workforce pipelines. Content includes industry and individual perspectives of those that are devoting their work to grow and develop STEM in Iowa.
Sales Sheet: STEM 2024
Deadline: June 11
Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351
Healthy You – July
Healthy You is a quarterly publication about the latest in health prevention and treatments for individuals and their families. Every 2024 edition will have a theme that includes a status of the issue specific to Iowans, an ask the expert segment and wellness component. Topics will cover both seasonal issues and emerging health care concerns.
Sales Sheet: Healthy You 2024
Deadline: June 28
Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351
Other publish dates: Nov 3
Pints and Politics – August
Pints and Politics is a year-round gathering featuring The Gazette, Iowa Public Radio and special guests from across the state across all party lines. National, state and local issues are covered, with opportunities to zone in on the latest headlines. P&P attendees participate in audience polls, submit questions and enjoy time with some of their favorite reporters, columnists and talk show hosts! Average attendance is 90-125 per event.
Sales Sheet: Pints & Politics
Other event dates: Oct. 3, Nov. 7
Prairie Athletics Program
The annual Prairie Athletics Program is a fall highlight of sports and activities. The Gazette is proud to partner with Prairie Athletics on this annual piece, produced with the support of community advertisers.
Sales Sheet: Prairie Athletics Program
Deadline: August 7
Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351
Business Breakfast Series – September
Eastern Iowa’s economic strength depends on the success of the various pieces within industries, and strategies. The Gazette Business Breakfast series is an in person gathering to address the latest issues with a panel of experts to share a variety of perspectives along with the sharing of solutions and resources available.
Sales Sheet: Business Breakfast Series
The Long Haul
In recognition of National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, The Gazette presents a special section devoted to an essential industry that impacts several elements throughout Eastern Iowa.
Distribution: Full publication run in Sunday Gazette, Green Gazette and thegazette.com reaching over 153,000.
Sales Sheet: The Long Haul 2024
Deadline: August 20
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HER Women of Achievement – Student Event
HER Women of Achievement recognizes the true meaning of leadership by identifying women who are making a positive impact on the communities they serve. Through nominations, selected honorees will be recognized through a special section, in-depth online interviews, networking parties and a community awards celebration.
NEW IN 2024: This year’s honorees will also share their stories and inspire the next generation of leaders through the HER Student Series. This gathering will be in partnership with area colleges and universities, building connections between high school and college students, their parents or guardians and featured HER honorees.
Dates:
Private Honoree Gathering – May 23
Special Section – June 9
Community Awards Event – June 13
Student Series September – 19
Sales Sheet: HER Women of Achievement
College Guide Digital Mini-Book
The virtual College Guide is a timeless opportunity to reach students and their families as they begin to explore what’s next in their educational journey. The College Guide includes informative articles as well as the latest college and university data index. Cross promotion of this piece includes mass virtual distribution to area high schools and career pathway events.
• CR Jefferson • CR Kennedy • CR Washington • CR Metro • CR Prairie • CR Xavier • Linn-Mar • Marion • IC West • IC City High • IC Liberty • Beckman • Center Point Urbana • Central City • Central Elkader • Decorah • East Buchanan • English Valley • Iowa Valley • MFL MarMac • Maquoketa Valley • Monticello • Mount Vernon • North Cedar • Oelwein • Solon • Springville • Starmont Community • South Winneshiek • Vinton-Shellsburg • West Delaware • More
Sales Sheet: College Guide Digital Mini-Book 2024
Ad Deadline: August 27
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Cedar Rapids Parade of Homes – Fall
The Fall Parade of Homes will feature a variety of beautiful new and remodeled homes in the Linn County area. This guidebook will include featured homes plus advertising of products and services that appeal to the target audience (prospective homebuyers, remodelers!).
Publication will be distributed in full-run in Sunday Gazette, Green Gazette and thegazette.com, reaching over 153,000 readers. Advertisers must be members of the Greater Cedar Rapids Home Builders Association.
Sales Sheet: 2024 Fall Parade of Homes
Deadline: August 9
Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351
Pints and Politics – October
Pints and Politics is a year-round gathering featuring The Gazette, Iowa Public Radio and special guests from across the state across all party lines. National, state and local issues are covered, with opportunities to zone in on the latest headlines. P&P attendees participate in audience polls, submit questions and enjoy time with some of their favorite reporters, columnists and talk show hosts! Average attendance is 90-125 per event.
Sales Sheet: Pints & Politics
Other event dates: Nov. 7
Iowa Ideas Conference
October 10 & 11, 2024
Our signature multi-disciplinary conference for Iowa Ideas, connecting Iowans to discover solutions and create a roadmap for our future. Multiple sponsorship levels and opportunities are available. Audience includes large employers, agencies and officials working to build Iowa’s Future. www.IowaIdeas.com
If your organization is interested in learning more about sponsoring Iowa Ideas, contact Tony: tony.baranowski@thegazette.com
Celebrating ESOPtober
The Gazette is proud to continue ESOPtober, a publication celebrating the work of ESOP companies throughout Eastern Iowa. Through employer, employee and industry perspective, ESOPtober raises awareness on the value an ESOP brings to a community. The impact of an ESOP in workplace culture and economic prosperity is a story that needs to be told. Please join us and share your stories and experiences as a fellow ESOP champion.
Full publication run in Sunday Gazette, Green Gazette and thegazette.com reaching over 153,000.
Sales Sheet: ESOPtober
Deadline: September 17
Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351
HER Publication – October
HER Publication, a product of The Gazette, provides opportunities for in-depth story telling about outstanding individuals who are having an impact in Eastern Iowa. Who is leading the charge on big issues facing our region and why it is important for readers to know these individuals is highlighted in every publication.
Sales Sheet: 2024 HER Advertising
Deadline: September 24
Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351
Healthy You – November
Healthy You is a quarterly publication about the latest in health prevention and treatments for individuals and their families. Every 2024 edition will have a theme that includes a status of the issue specific to Iowans, an ask the expert segment and wellness component. Topics will cover both seasonal issues and emerging health care concerns.
Sales Sheet: Healthy You 2024
Deadline: October 8
Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-835
Pints and Politics – November
Pints and Politics is a year-round gathering featuring The Gazette, Iowa Public Radio and special guests from across the state across all party lines. National, state and local issues are covered, with opportunities to zone in on the latest headlines. P&P attendees participate in audience polls, submit questions and enjoy time with some of their favorite reporters, columnists and talk show hosts! Average attendance is 90-125 per event.
Sales Sheet: Pints & Politics
Spotlight on Apprenticeships
The Gazette, in partnership with the Cedar Rapids/Iowa City Building Trades Council team up for the Spotlight on Apprenticeships – an annual publication that promotes the benefits and opportunities of experience based learning throughout Eastern Iowa.
Content in this publication includes detailed information about various local apprenticeship programs as well as perspective from seasoned trade professionals.
Sales Sheet: Apprenticeship 2024
Deadline: October 15
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Festival of Trees
Festival of Trees is a treasured holiday tradition that welcomes thousands to enjoy the magic of the season. Kids activities, live entertainment, a vendor market and of course — incredible holiday decor featuring breathtaking trees! Through the support of area businesses, rows of themed trees are featured throughout the venue. Bids are placed for a weekend-long tree auction in support of the selected annual nonproft.
Sales Sheets:
Festival of Trees Co-Presenting Sponsors
Festival of Trees – Tree and Wreaths
Celebrating Entrepreneurship
From start-ups to spin-offs, incubators to accelerators, Cedar Rapids, Iowa City and the surrounding area have embraces entrepreneurship. For this new special section we’ll highlight some of those established efforts, some brand new, and the personalities that make them fly.
Sales Sheet: Celebrating Entrepreneurship 2024
Deadline: October 29
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Shop Marion
Join The Gazette in highlighting all of the incredible local shopping, dining opportunities, and business resources available in Marion. Enjoy the benefi ts of a robust and accessible shopping district in the heart of Marion.
Sales Sheet: Shop Marion
Deadline: November 19
Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351
Shop Downtown Iowa City
Join neighboring businesses in highlighting all of the incredible local shopping, dining opportunities, and business resources available in Downtown Iowa City. All ads will be placed together as a business grouping within the Thanksgiving Day Gazette.
Sales Sheet: Shop Downtown Iowa City
Deadline: November 19
Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351
Worship Directory – December
The Holiday Service Directory is a chance to share your plans for service and celebration throughout the holiday season. Inform readers about the unique qualities of your organization along with opportunities to join your congregation.
Full publication run in Sunday Gazette, Green Gazette and thegazette.com reaching over 153,000.
Sales Sheet: Worship Directory Holiday 2024
Deadline: November 26
Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351
Prestige – Winter 2024
A biannual special section dedicated to Iowans 55+. Stories, resources and real perspectives about life in Iowa for older demographics that cover a range of issues. Past content includes money management, family dynamics, leisure, volunteerism and more.
Publication will be distributed full-run in Sunday Gazette, Green Gazette, and on thegazette.com reaching over 153,000 readers.
Sales Sheet: Prestige 2024
Deadline: November 19
Contact advertising@thegazette.com or call 319-398-8351