Cherokee National Holiday Vendor Form
  • Cherokee National Holiday

    Vendor Application
  • If you are interested in being a vendor at the Cherokee National Holiday, please complete the following online form and upload any supporting photos, logos, or documents to be used for reviewing your application and promoting your business prior to the event. 

    Questions? Call the Cherokee National Holiday Office at (918) 822-2427. 

    IMPORTANT:

    • Incomplete applications will not be accepted. 
    • The events team will review applications in the order in which they are received and reach out once your application is approved.
    • To keep the markets and other events diverse, please note certain vendor categories may be closed out once quotas are reached.
    • Accurate information on the application is important. An inspection of all vendor booths and sites will be conducted prior to opening for business. 
    • Once an application is accepted, vendor/both fees are payable by cashier check or money order (no personal checks will be accepted) within 30 days. 

    For more details, please review the "General Conditions" section found within the application.

    Application Deadline:

    Friday, July 1, 2022

    Please do not pay fees until notified of an accepted application by a Cherokee National Holiday team member. 

    All fees must be paid-in-full by:

    Friday, August 12, 2022

     

  • Contact Information

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  • Business Information

    Please tell us the basic information about your business.
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  • Promotional Information

    This information will help us promote your business in advance of the event.
  • Please upload your business logo(s) here. We use these to promote your business. 

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  • Show off your arts, crafts, products, and/or commercial products and services. Please upload photos here. 

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  • Event Information

    Review the fee summary and other pertinent information about each event.
  • Dates and times of the following events are subject to change at the discretion of event organizers. Vendors will be notified immediately of any changes. Upon acceptance of your application, a team member will reach out to you via email and confirm all details, including providing instructions for payment.  

    Fee Summary

    If you provide entertainment-related services such as a performer, musician, band, comedian, amusement ride service, or other product or service provider which does not fit within the categories below, then these fees may not apply to you.

    Fees will apply to all vendors who are soliciting a product or service such as selling arts, apparel, crafts, food, and textiles. 

    Do not pay fees until notified of an accepted application. Fees are due on Friday, August 5, 2022. You will be notified of an accepted application by Friday, July 1, 2022. 

    Arts & Crafts and Apparel & Textiles Vendor Fees

    Each booth space will measure approximately 10 feet wide by 10 feet long. Reservations are first-come, first-serve. Specify the number of required booth spaces below. 

    • Hand Made Arts & Crafts
      • Cherokee Citizen - $100.00 per space
      • Other Tribe - $150.00 per space
      • Non-Tribal Affiliation - $200.00 per space
    • Hand Made Apparel & Textiles
      • Cherokee Citizen - $100.00 per space
        Other Tribe - $150.00 per space
        Non-Tribal Affiliation - $200.00 per space
    • Commercial Arts & Crafts, Apparel & Textiles 
      • Cherokee Citizens, Other & Non-Citizens - $400.00 per space

    Food Concession Fees

    Each booth space will measure approximately 20 feet wide by 30 feet long. Reservations are first-come, first-serve. Specify the number of required booth spaces below.

    • 110 Voltage, 20 Amps
      • Cherokee Citizen - $500.00
      • Other & Non-Tribal Citizen - $700.00
    • 220 Voltage, 50 amps
      • Cherokee Citizen - $700.00
      • Other & Non-Cherokee Citizen - $900.00

    Other Products & Services, Exhibitor

    Each booth space will measure approximately 10 feet wide by 10 feet long. Reservations are first-come, first-serve. Specify the number of required booth spaces below. 

    • Commercial/Non-Profit Org Products & Services Exhibitor
      • Cherokee Citizens - $200.00 per space
      • Other & Non-Cherokee Citizens - $400.00 per space

    Arts, Crafts, and Food Vendors, Comm. Products & Services
    Location: One Fire Field

    One Fire Field is the bustling center of activity during the Cherokee National Holiday. From traditional games and cultural demonstrations to rides and entertainment, this outdoor venue will host thousands of attendees from across the country during labor day weekend. We are recruiting arts, crafts, and food vendors, as well as commercial products and services providers, to set up shop.

    Schedule Dates Times
    Set-Up & Inspections  Thursday, September 1  12 pm to 5 pm
    Set-Up & Inspections  Friday, September 2  8 am to 12 pm
    Day One  Friday, September 2  4 pm to 10 pm
    Day Two  Saturday, September 3  9 am to 10 pm
    Day Three  Sunday, September 4  9 am to 5 pm
    Take-Down  Sunday, September 4  5 pm to 7 pm

    Arts, Crafts, Food Vendors
    Location: Cherokee Nation Cultural Grounds (Intertribal Powwow)

    The Cultural Grounds lights up the night and becomes the life of the festival. The Intertribal Powwow is a crowd favorite with thousands attending every night. We are recruiting arts, crafts, and food vendors to set up shop.

    Schedule Dates Times
    Set-Up & Inspections Friday, September 2 9 am to 5 pm
    Night One Friday, September 2 4 pm to 10 pm
    Night Two Saturday, September 3 4 pm to 10 pm
    Take-Down Sunday, September 4 9 am to 12 pm

    Arts, Crafts, Food Vendors - Cherokee Artisan Marketplace
    Location: Cherokee National History Museum

    **INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY** Cherokee National History Museum / Cherokee Artisan Marketplace applications much be submitted separately to Cherokee Nation Cultural Tourism. For more information, please contact Donetta Johnson at 918-704-6395 or email donetta.johnson@cn-bus.com

    The Cherokee Artisan Marketplace is located at the Cherokee National History Museum square in heart of downtown Tahlequah, OK. It is the only exclusive event for Cherokee artisans. For attendees who seek traditional and authentic hand-made Cherokee arts and crafts, there is no better place to shop.

    In addition to the shopping, visitors will enjoy the State of the Nation (in which over 1,500 people attend) and the Cherokee National Holiday Parade (in which over 2,000 people attend) taking place both in front and behind the square on Saturday. 

    Schedule Dates Times
    Set-Up & Inspections Saturday, September 3 6:30 am to 8:30 am
    Day One Saturday, September 3 9 am to 3 pm
    Day Two Sunday, September 4 9 am to 3 pm
    Take-Down Sunday, September 4 3 pm to 5 pm

    Apparel & Textiles Vendors
    Location: Chota Conference Center

    The Chota Conference Center is the home of the Quilt Show, Art Show, Awards Banquet, and so much more. Over three days, thousands flood these halls. We are recruiting apparel & textile vendors to set up shop during events. Booth space is exclusive and limited, please submit your application at the earliest convenience. 

    Schedule Dates Times
    Set-Up Day  Thursday, September 1  12 pm to 5 pm
    Day One  Thursday, September 1  5 pm to 8 pm
    Day One  Friday, September 2  12 pm to 8 pm
    Day Two  Saturday, September 3  9 am to 4 pm
    Day Three  Sunday, September 4  9 am to 4 pm
    Take-Down  Sunday, September 4  4 pm to 6 pm

     

  • Application

    Space will be tentatively reserved on a first come, first serve basis, as applications are submitted. We strongly encourage our vendors to submit their application as soon as possible. The deadline to submit applications is Friday, July 1, 2022.
  • Please note that if you provide ENTERTAINMENT in any form, please select OTHER as your location. Thank you. 

  • Cherokee National History Museum / Cherokee Artisan Marketplace applications much be submitted separately to Cherokee Nation Cultural Tourism. For more information, please contact Donetta Johnson at 918-704-6395 or email donetta.johnson@cn-bus.com

  • Fee Summary

    The estimated fee is not final or inclusive of eligible discounts. It does not factor in any additional add-ons requested. Please wait for a member of the Cherokee National Holiday team to contact you to confirm your fee.
  • All applications will be carefully reviewed for any eligible discounts. Upon acceptance, an email will be sent detailing the final fee amount. Discounts can be awarded for the following:

    • Vendors or exhibitors providing educational activities (Up to 100%).
    • Provision of a unique attendee experience and/or attraction (10% - 75%).
    • Nonprofit/government groups providing services that may improve attendee lives (10% -75%).
    • Other discounts or waivers are available for special circumstances on a case-by-case basis for vendors or exhibitors providing food services, products, or services that are unique and improve the attendee experience. 
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