EVERYBODY’S DAY FESTIVAL RULES
PLEASE READ CLOSELY: These rules and regulations are part of your show contract, and are strictly adhered to:
1. SPACE ASSIGNMENTS: Notice of space assignment will be mailed in early September. Spaces will be assigned according to exhibitor’s needs and needs of the festival. Space assignments are based upon several factors including longevity of participation, early application date, types of products, and the needs of the festival. Requests for specific spaces are difficult to fulfill. Assignments will be made at the discretion of the festival committee.
2. EARLY APPLICATION FEE DEADLINE: FRIDAY, JUNE 18, 2021 **(Note fee change after this date.)**
3. BOOTH FEE’S & REFUNDS: Make checks payable to the Thomasville Area Chamber of Commerce. Payment must accompany application. Cancellations prior to September 1st are subject to a $25.00 administration fee. Returned checks will be assessed a $25 fee. Once booth space has been assigned (usually early September), there will be no refunds. Each vendor will be responsible for their own collection and reporting of 7.75% sales tax to the North Carolina Department of Revenue, Sales and Use Tax Division.
4. ACCEPTANCE: Your cashed check or credit card statement is receipt and acknowledgment of application.
5. DISPLAY MATERIAL: Vendors must furnish all necessary set-up materials, i.e., tables, chairs, display racks, tents, etc. Set-ups should be substantial enough to withstand wind, rain, and crowds. Rain gear may be helpful as this is an outside street festival and a rain or shine event.
6. TENTS AND COVERINGS: The Thomasville Fire Department requires all tents and coverings are manufacturer certified flame retardant in accordance with NFiPA 701.
7. ELECTRICITY: The Everybody’s Day Festival is unable to guarantee electrical connections. If electricity is needed, you must provide your own.
8. SPACE SIZES: Spaces measure approximately 20’ wide x 10’ deep. They are curbside (back to the curb) along the street and are the size of a parking space.
9. Booth spaces are assigned for each separate vendor. Sub-letting or sharing is not allowed.
10. This festival is family oriented for visitors of all ages; therefore, work must be in keeping with this atmosphere. The festival staff shall have the sole discretion to require the removal of work that violates any of the festival rules.
11. Thomasville City Ordinance Section 54-13 prohibits pets, silly strings, party strings, stink bombs, bicycles, skateboards, scooters or items of similar nature that cause problems for other people or property. The Police Department does enforce this ordinance. Violations will result in removal from the festival and ineligibility for future festivals. Noted and obvious exceptions include wheelchairs for handicapped as well as official service animals.
12. The festival and its sponsors are not liable for injury or theft occurring during the festival.
13. Thomasville Area Chamber of Commerce reserves the right to accept or reject any booth application or product for any reason that they deem appropriate.
**SETUP FOR FESTIVAL** You may begin booth setup at 6:00 AM. The street will be closed off at 6:30 AM. All vehicles MUST be unloaded and moved from street by 8:15 AM. Plan ahead and get to booth early. NO EXCEPTIONS!**
For questions, please email heather.warren@thomasvillechamber.net or call 336-475-6134