Support the Scream Become a Sponsor

Looking to support the local arts and join our circle of partners? We offer customized partnership packages designed to meet your marketing, advertising, and sales goals. Your association with Out of the Cellar (OOTC)—along with our community outreach and year-round special events—will provide you with direct access to a diverse, loyal, and highly engaged audience of film lovers and horror enthusiasts.

Why Partner with OOTC?

Out of the Cellar is a boutique horror film festival held at the historic Chabot Theater in Castro Valley. We pride ourselves on delivering a highly curated, theatrical experience where every screening is an event. From blood-drenched slashers to haunting psychological tales, OOTC brings the best of local and worldwide independent horror to a community that values “Gruesome Guts and Gorgeous Lighting.”

Our Reach

Prime logo placement on the iconic single screen at The Chabot during our festival.

 Exposure during our week-long on-demand digital event, featuring select highlights and filmmaker interviews.

Connect with the Bay Area’s vibrant indie film community and a dedicated niche of genre fans.

Brand recognition across our website, newsletter, and social media platforms.

Ready to connect? Reach out to us below, or continue to read about our Partnership Opportunities


Partnership Opportunities

We believe in building “win-win” relationships. Whether you are looking for brand awareness, lead generation, or community goodwill, we can tailor a package for you.

Sponsorship Tiers

Premiere Partner Feature PartnerCommunity Partner
The highest level of visibility, including “Presented By” status, top-tier logo placement in the festival trailer, and signature film block hosting.Significant brand presence in all promotional materials, on-screen recognition before screenings, and VIP access.
Basic logo inclusion on our website and program, and social media mentions to our dedicated follower base.

Ready to join the OOTC family? We’d love to discuss how we can put your brand in front of our audience.