Day of the Dead Craft Crypt is a juried event, in that, interested participants must submit this application for consideration. If approved for participation, applicants can expect an emailed response within two weeks of submission.
The Day of the Dead tradition is founded on a communal celebration of very personal perspectives on life and death. Through hands-on community events including workshops, interactive art, our Skeleton Processional, ofrendas and more, FLORIDA DAY OF THE DEAD CELEBRATION provides opportunities for South Florida residents and visitors to work together to achieve common community goals. The festival brings together participants of all skill levels, ethnicities, ages, and backgrounds, and uses art as the tool to help develop community.
With just 750 attendees in 2010, the event swelled to over 10,000 participants in 2017 and 15,000 by 2019! The Celebration is a creative spectacle honoring Mexican and Latin American traditions while generating modern interpretations that connect with a broad spectrum of demographics. Rooted in community, this event embraces a universe of ideas from a legion of talented skull inspired artists, mariachi musicians, painted performers and enthusiastic skeleton clad revelers. This skeleton-inspired celebration is centered at Riverwalk – Fort Lauderdale, Revolution Live Entertainment Complex, and Fort Lauderdale History Center in downtown Fort Lauderdale.
While the Festival has taken place on the proper Day of the Dead date in the past, the production team has opted to host it on the Saturday of the same week. This shift proved to increase attendance in 2022!
Submission of this form indicates that applicant is interested and prepared to commit to participation in event. Please do not submit this application unless you are sure of your availability, preparedness to vend, ability to remit payment, and any other factors that go into your decision to participate. Time and resources go into processing each and every application; serious inquiries only.
◽2023 EVENT DATE ◽
Saturday, November 4, 2023 • 5-11pm
Vendors must be fully set up by 4pm.
◽LOCATION ◽
Like previous years, this event will take place as a street festival on the corner of SW 3rd Ave & Broward Blvd in downtown Fort Lauderdale - next to (and partially inside) the Revolution Live complex.
Address: 100 SW 3rd Ave Fort Lauderdale Fl
The venue is conveniently located in the heart of downtown Fort Lauderdale, right off Broward Blvd; just west of the Andrews Ave train tracks.
◽FEE, SPACE SIZE, AND AMENITIES◽
Vendor fees are $150 for a 10x10 tent area at the street festival. Table spaces inside Revolution Live and/or Stache may become available, as well.
(A $15 Late Fee will be added for vendors who miss their personal payment deadline.)
• Vendors keep 100% of their sales revenue.
• All setup and display items must be provided by vendor, including but not limited to: 10x10 Tents, Tables, Chairs, Tablecloths, Products, and Signage.
• Larger vendor spaces may be available, on request.
• Vendors are responsible for securing their own parking.
• Electricity may be available in select areas, for no additional charge.
• Restrooms are available onsite.
• Meal and snack vendors will be onsite, as well as venue offerings (drink specials, sodas and waters, etc.)
◽SETUP & BREAKDOWN◽
Vendors are required to stay for the duration of the festival, as well as setup and breakdown within the allotted times.
Late arrivals and early breakdowns are not permitted; only applicants who can commit to the full time slot should apply.
◽ITEM DESCRIPTION ◽
All aspects of what you intend to sell must be addressed on this application form.
Should an approved vendor be interested in adding any additional types of products or product categories after application, they must be approved prior to the festival date.
Example: if applicant types "bath and body products" on the application form but brings additional items to the show (ex: t-shirts, jewelry or other non- bath and body products), applicant may be asked to remove them(s). Vendors are chosen based on their application forms, so we must know each general type of item you want to sell.
◽ACCEPTANCE◽
Acceptance is based on a number of factors, including (but not limited to):
• Appropriateness in regards to this cultural affair
• Necessary information & photos listed in application
• Quality of Products
• Level of suitability in relation to the festival
• Content and Nature of Material
• Uniqueness of products & Category Availability
It's a losing situation for everyone if we accept a vendor who sells items that simply do not fit our market audience (price point, style, etc.). We encourage everyone to apply, not only for the purpose of this particular event, but for future opportunities, as well. Again, if you are not accepted, please do not get discouraged or take it personally.
◽RESELLING and NON-HANDMADE◽
Handmade, select vintage, recycled, and repurposed items, only. With the exception of vintage items or plants, zero resale is allowed.
Imported handmade items (aka: not handmade or designed by you) will also be denied.
Direct sales vendors (merchandise including, but not limited to: Avon, Origami Owl, Scentsy, ItWorks) and other MLM items will not be granted space.
Should a vendor be caught selling or promoting items that are not handmade, they will be asked to remove the items and / or leave.
If a vendor outsources some work, but is apart of the design process, they may be accepted on a case by case basis. For example: an artist may design a t-shirt, but send it away for printing. This may be considered acceptable, as the artist is still responsible for the design concept.
Day of the Dead Florida stakeholders reserve the right to remove any vendors from event site, should they feel the booth, personnel, or products are inappropriate for nature of festival.
◽SHARING VENDOR SPACE◽
Space sharing is only permissible on a case by case basis. All vendors and their work must be listed and accounted for on a single application. Applicants interested in sharing a space must submit in a single application, and not separately.
Subletting your space to another vendor is not permitted.
Setting up another vendors products in your space is only permissible if listed and approved on application.
◽PROMOTIONAL RESPONSIBILITY◽
We expect all vendors to take part in helping to promote Day of the Dead Florida.
If you are not interested in regularly posting on social media sites, doing some flyering, posting information on community boards, talking to friends, etc. this is not the festival for you.
This is a community-wide cultural affair, and our goal is to include participants who are as passionate about maintaining community connectivity as we are!
◽APPLICATION RESPONSE ◽
The response process isn't always quick and we often do not send denial messages. This is because we are often choosing vendors right until the very end. Some accepted vendors back out or do not pay their fees, and so, we like to keep things open, as a vendor not originally chosen may be accepted later on. Please do not send emails requesting a status update. We understand you are busy, but please understand that we are, too.
◽HELPFUL TIPS◽
• Day of the Dead related content is most preferred, though other select handmade products will be considered. If customizing your offerings for DOTD, please specify.
• When applying, please keep in mind that your links and photos are our only impression of your work. Consider submitting only your most impressive photos and easiest navigated sites.
• Linking an empty Etsy account or simply writing "Search Jane Smith on Facebook" is an easy way to get overlooked. Working, direct links to product images are best.
• Provide clear and concise product descriptions.
• Be sure to provide an email address that you regularly check. Check for typos - this is our means of communication!
• Unless you see a "thank you" / confirmation page pop up at the completion of your application, your application has not been submitted. Be sure to fill out all required questions.
• Once your application has been submitted, regularly check your spam and 'promotions' inboxes, as an acceptance response may end up there. Adding "vend@atlanticstudios.com" to your contact list may prevent our emails landing in your spam.
◽ADDITIONAL INFO◽
• Event is Rain or Shine.
• Event is non-refundable, regardless of weather, time, or circumstance.
• Customer admission for Day of the Dead is free.
• All vendors will be required to sign & submit an indemnification form prior to participation.
• Atlantic Studios is an independent event production & marketing company. We do produce and/or work on a number of other events and festivals throughout the year. For more information on other upcoming events, feel free to message us at: vend@atlanticstudios.com.
◽HEALTH & SAFETY GUIDELINES ◽
For the safety of our vendors, staff, patrons, and community at large, we will be following all CDC guidelines. Vendors will be required to follow safety measures including but not limited to:
• Hand Sanitizer provided by you, at your booth and available for customer use.
• Regular sanitization at your booth, where possible (i.e. wiping down surfaces and products that have been handled, etc.)
• Maintaining a safe social distance from others. Assisting patrons is ok; but be mindful of exposure and allowing some space between one another.
• Managing the customers at your booth, and ensuring it does not get too crowded at any time.
Contact us at: vend@atlanticstudios.com with any additional questions and inquiries!
