2023 Vendor Application

The Pikesville Farmers Market is in its 22nd year and is run by the Greater Baltimore Chamber of Commerce, a 501(c)(6) nonprofit. The market is subsidized by a grant from Baltimore County. We are proud that our market is one of the most diverse in the state with our clientele and our vendor offerings. We feature two produce farmers from Pennsylvania that have been part of our market from our earliest days.

Our market provides street signage, paid social media advertising, and print advertising at no cost to the vendor. We will also have a security guard on duty during market hours.

TERMS 

Our market is a RAIN OR SHINE market and only accepts vendors that sell homemade and/or homegrown products. We prefer that these products be made in the state of Maryland. We do NOT duplicate vendors to maintain fair competition in the market. Products that are not homemade/homegrown/home-crafted will not be accepted or permitted in the market.

Any vendor with a remaining balance from a previous season will not be considered until that balance is paid off and a current credit card and authorization form are on file with the Greater Baltimore Chamber of Commerce. The credit card cannot expire during the current market year. Any vendor from a previous season who missed more than three market days will not receive priority in the upcoming season's selection process. 

Vendors must provide proof of the proper permits to participate in our market.

We HIGHLY recommend you obtain market insurance. Affordable vendor insurance can be purchased HERE.

Vendors must commit to a weekly basis for the entire season. We do not accept bi-weekly vendors unless you find another vendor to share your spot.

Pop-up vendors will be considered on a rolling basis if space is available. The daily cost for a pop-up vendor is $50, cash or credit card.

There are 28 market days. Vendors can miss no more than TWO days. More than two absences not covered by a substitute employee will result in being asked to leave the market. No refunds. 

There are no refunds for any vendor who leaves the market early for any reason.

Our market will be canceled ONLY in the event of extreme weather warnings and will be announced on Facebook. 

Weather: the elements are part of an outdoor farmers market (wind, rain, heat). You are responsible for ensuring that you have a tent that is weighted down and secure and, if necessary, clear tarps to protect your products in the event of light rain. 

Our market's success depends on vendors attending every Tuesday market. It is every vendor's responsibility to make sure you can attend each market day and on time, and we ask all vendors to have a substitute to cover your vendor space in the event of illness or emergency. 

The market manager will track attendance weekly.

!!MARYLAND COTTAGE FOOD LAW FOR FOOD VENDORS!!
If you are a food vendor not working out of a commercial kitchen, you must adhere to the Cottage Food Laws in Maryland with labeling, packaging, and permitted foods (for example, no foods that require any type of refrigeration; no beverages of any kind; no chocolate covered fresh fruits or chocolates made from raw cocoa beans or potentially hazardous ingredients; no dehydrating fruits, herbs and vegetables; no flavored or ground coffee). This is not an exhaustive list! Please go HERE to learn more.

PAYMENT

Vendors can pay in full on or before May 16 and save OR vendors can pay in two installments, due promptly on or before May 16 and July 1. However, a credit card and authorization form to charge your card must be on file with the Greater Baltimore Chamber of Commerce for installment payments, and your card must be valid for the current market season.

MARKET DATES AND RATES

The 2023 Pikesville Farmers Market begins on May 16 and runs through November 21. (28 market days). Every Tuesday, Rain or Shine, 2-6pm. 1700 Reisterstown Road, Pomona Square.

Rates:

$25 one-time new vendor application fee
$30 weekly for 10x10 space
(Mail to: Greater Baltimore Chamber of Commerce 6 Church Lane Pikesville MD 21208)

Vendor Fees:
$30 weekly for a 10x10 space. We offer two payment options for your convenience:

1. Save $25! Pay in full by May 16 for a total of $815;

2. Pay in two installments, $840: April 30 $420 and July 1 $420 (must have a signed credit card authorization form on file). You can download our credit card authorization form and MAIL it to us (for your safety, please do not email it). 

Pop-Up Vendor Fee: $50 per day, provided there is room in the market. Cash or credit only.
Nonprofit Pop-Up Vendor Fee: $25 per day, provided there is room in the market. Free for Chamber member nonprofits, if space is available.

ALL food vendors (commercial kitchen and Cottage Law) must have a Farmers Market Food Service permit from Baltimore County Department of Health. You can apply for your permit by clicking HERE.

Food Truck Vendors must have a Baltimore County Food Truck License in order to operate. You can apply for your permit HERE.

Read more about what constitutes Cottage Law in Maryland by clicking HERE. It is your responsibility to comply with county and state laws.

Baltimore County Food Service & Farmers Market Fact Sheet. Please read through HERE-know your responsibilities!

I give my consent to be photographed/videotaped for educational, public relations and promotional purposes while participating in the Pikesville Farmers Market.

I agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Pikesville Farmers Market, the Greater Baltimore Chamber of Commerce, and the Market Manager from and against all claims, losses, liability costs, or expenses, including reasonable attorney’s fees arising out of any claim relating to the Pikesville Farmers Market.

I understand that weekly rates are for a 10x10 vendor space; if I require more space, my vendor fee will be adjusted accordingly.

I have attached copies of all applicable licenses and insurance coverage required for the sale of my product (s) at the Pikesville Farmers Market. I verify that all information and the attached documents are complete, active, and correct.

I understand that insurance is not required but is highly recommended for my protection.

I understand that my application must be updated before any new items may be added to our sales; I understand that I cannot add merchandise to my stall except for what the PFM has approved.

I agree to have a substitute run my stall in the event I cannot attend a market day.

I understand that there are no refunds or credits for missed market days or early termination.

I understand that two no-shows may result in removal from the market; NO REFUNDS.

I understand that market days are each Tuesday, 2-6pm, May 16-November 21, 2022, and my stall will be set up no later than 1:30pm.

I agree not to break down before 6pm.

Cars are not permitted in the market between 1:15pm and 6pm for pedestrian safety.

I agree to pay my market dues in full on April 1 OR in two payments, due on April 30 and July 1, 2023. If I choose two payments, I agree to sign a credit card authorization form for the Greater Baltimore Chamber to charge my credit card for any remaining balance. I understand that I will not be able to return to the market if my balance is unpaid. 

There is a $75 fee for any returned checks.

I understand that this Market accepts the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) at the market level, and all vendors who have eligible items are required to participate in the SNAP program. Some seasons the PFM also provides a match at the market level, and any vendor who sells prepared foods (not hot foods) is required to accept tokens. Vendors must submit tokens on a weekly basis to the market manager and will be reimbursed at the end of each month.

I understand that the Pikesville Farmers Market may need to implement COVID protocols should infection rates rise during the market season; we will follow county and state guidelines and mandates. Vendors will cooperate with whatever mandates are in place.

Whenever possible, I agree to give 24-hour notice if I cannot attend the market. I agree to arrange my schedule to honor my market commitment on Tuesdays, May-November.

I understand that three no-shows may result in termination without a refund or credit.

By signing this contract, I agree to the above terms and am committing to participating in the entire Farmers’ Market season and meeting my financial obligations for a full season.