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 |