Merchandise Strategy

Creating a multi-layered product offering that blends Nashville's iconic music and sports culture with the raw energy of the rodeo

Overall Vision

Music City Rodeo Merchandise Vision

The merchandise strategy is built around creating a multi-layered product offering that blends Nashville's iconic music and sports culture with the raw energy of the rodeo. The goal is to establish the Music City Rodeo as a long-term cultural fixture in the city, ensuring sustained interest and financial success. The merchandise plan focuses on pre-event anticipation, in-event exclusivity, and post-event legacy, driving continuous engagement and revenue.

Strategy Timeline

Pre-Event

Build anticipation through exclusive pre-sales and social media teasers

During Event

Offer exclusive and timed merchandise drops to create urgency

Post-Event

Continue engagement with online sales and legacy merchandise

Key Strategies

Pre-Sale Launch

Exclusive online pre-sales starting December 2024

Social Media Teasers

Sneak peeks and countdowns on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter

Cross-Promotions

Partnerships with local venues and sports teams

Artist Exclusives

Headliner-specific merchandise available only during performances

Rodeo Champion Gear

Limited-edition items featuring event winners

VIP Collections

Exclusive high-end merchandise for VIP attendees

Product Showcase

Music City Rodeo T-Shirt

Exclusive T-Shirts

Music City Rodeo Hat

Branded Hats

Limited Edition Guitar

Limited Edition Guitars

Event Poster

Collectible Posters

Financial Projections

In-Venue Sales

$1.03M - $4.125M

Estimated from 13,750 - 16,500 buyers

Online Sales

$500K - $1.5M

From pre-event and post-event conversions

VIP Bundles

$500 - $1,000

Price range for exclusive high-end bundles

Marketing Execution

Social Media Campaigns

Influencer collaborations, countdowns, and sneak peeks

Email Marketing

Targeted blasts for pre-sales and timed drops

Partner Promotions

Cross-promotions with local venues and sports teams