Please read the following before completing the application-
* To keep the shows interesting, creative and ensure to offer a diversity of wares and products we limit acceptance by category. Categories are highly competitive and prior participation does not ensure continued acceptance.
* This event is juried and intended for Artists, Artisans and Craftspeople who create the products they display and sell in their booths. Few (if any) exceptions are allowed. No Direct Sales (such as Avon, MD, Tupperware, etc..). Only top quality, well-made items may be sold. Absolutely NOTHING from China, wholesale or like will be permitted.
* There is no application fee and no need to send payment now, if accepted you will be sent payment instructions.
*GNE Craft & Artisan Shows uses email to communicate lots of important show and application information.
Please be sure to provide us with your current email address.
*We limit the number of booths for each show and will determine which products may be offered at your booth. No sharing booths and all product offerings must be listed on the application.
SHOW logisitics:
* Accepted booth exhibitors will receive additional information with set-up details and directions usually the week prior to the show.
*Electricity at the booths is available for an additional fee. Standard electric is one outlet (300 watts). Additional electric may be provided upon request as noted on your application.
*Tables and chairs are available for rent please indicate any of these needs on your application. Otherwise, we assume you will bring your own tables and chairs.
*Subsidized coffee will be offered by GNE to all booth renters Saturday and Sunday mornings. Details will be provided.
*Sorry- carts are not provided- please bring your own. No stairs or ramps to deal with.
* We ask that you do not sell or offer baked goods unless you are categorized as a specialty foods booth.
* No playing your own music at your booth (we will have Holiday music playing)
* All exhibitors must remain for the entire show and booths are not allowed to be broken down before the end of each show day. Not a minute early. Staff takes notice and you will not be accepted back if you break down early.
* All exhibitors must be at their booth by 9:00am Saturday morning for Fire Inspection. Each booth will be inspected for proper electrical hook up and compliance with town fire rules (rules will be forwarded upon acceptance). No exceptions as all exhibitors must be present and ready for inspection.
* All booth renters are to park in the designated area. NO EXCEPTIONS. Free overnight parking is offered for dry-RV/van/cars, etc. Failure to comply will result in non-acceptance to future shows. Plenty of on-site parking free of charge to all booth renters and customers.
* A 5’ x 10' space is a 10x10 booth divided down the middle (5' is the frontage). See application for additional space offerings and pricing.
* Booth space will not be considered secured until the deposit is received.
* A $50 collection fee will be assessed on any returned checks.
* Your booth display must be contained within your own booth rented space with nothing in the aisles or overflowing into another's space. Each booth renter is responsible for keeping their rented space free from any dangerous conditions that might cause injury to persons coming in their area or damage to property. Displays must be professional, clean and safe. Coverings must be wrinkle free and hang down at least three sides of the table (front and sides). Cardboard boxes and containers should not be visible at the booth. They may be stored off the track against the wall during the show. Please be mindful of exits.
*No open flame permitted.
* All booths and items must be removed from the venue within 4 hours of the show closing.
* Only items that a booth renter has been juried for may be exhibited and sold.
* Applicants selling products that are CONSUMED (personal care products, candles, lotions, food, etc) are required to submit a Certificate of Insurance listing the venue as the loss payee and GNE Events, LLC.
* Specialty Food Booths offering samples: Please ensure your SafeServe certificate or like documents are at your booth during the show. A health inspector will be scheduled to perform a walk through the first day of the show.
* The venue's management, Jody Donohue and GNE Events, LLC (dba The Great New England Craft & Artisan Shows) reserve the right to remove any products from a booth deemed offensive or not previously approved.
* Any orders placed at the show must be place in a timely manner.
* Booth areas should be left clean and free of trash post show. Failure to comply will result in a cleaning fee of $100.
* GNE Events (dba The Great New England Craft & Artisan Shows) reserves the right to amend and/or add to the applicable rules pertaining to and governing this show at any time prior to the commencement of said show. Additions or amendments will be circulated to exhibitors in writing. The interpretation of all rules by the promoters shall be final.
Terms and Conditions:
* Complete the online application below- no fee to apply.
* This event is held rain, snow or shine indoors as long as the conditions are safe. GNE Events, Jody Donohue and venue staff have the right to cancel if conditions are deemed unsafe.
* You are submitting an application with the intent to attend if accepted. Upon acceptance you will be asked to submit a non-refundable $100 deposit. Deposits must be received within 1 week (7 business days) or your space will be forfeited. This is a new rule to be enforced in 2024. We will no longer follow up with vendors to determine participation. Lack of deposit will result in forfeiture of space.
* Final payments are due 30 days prior to the event. Failure to submit payment timely will result in forfeiture of space.
* We strongly suggest applying early as spaces are NOT held or guaranteed from year to year. Our shows fill fast.
* No refunds within 21 days of the event. The space fee for this show is non-refundable. If the venue or promoter has to cancel there is NO REFUND GUARANTEE as advertising, venue and other show expenses will have been paid. We do however, do our best to be fair and will make every attempt for some type of credit towards a future show.
Any exhibitor who fails to appear one and a half hours (1.5) before show opening forfeits his/her right to exhibit without refund or recourse.
If you prefer to mail your application and photos:
MAIL your application & photos to:
Jody Donohue- GNE Events
PO Box 151 - Merrimack, NH 03054
Categories are endless - here are some examples -Antiques, Accessories, Apparel, Art, Author, Baskets, Candles, Ceramic, Clocks, Adult Clothing, Chocolate, Children's Clothing, Country Wood, Decorative Painting, Dolls, Beauty Products/Health, Home Decor, Eggs, Entertainers, Fabric Fiber, Fleece/Yarn, Floral, Folk Art, Furniture, Glass, Jewelry, Lamps, Leather, Metal, Mixed Media, Music, Ornaments, Paper goods (napkins/cards), Personal Care, Pet Products, Photography, Pottery, Puzzles, Games, Quilts/Cloths/Fabrics, Shell Craft, Slate, Specialty Food/Wine, Stone, Tole Painting, Toys, Wood, Wool and Other
We ask that you agree to the terms noted above and agree to not hold the promoter nor owners or managers of the venue responsible for loss or damage of exhibitors’ wares, exhibits, or personal property or for loss or injury caused by projects sold or exhibited by exhibitors directly or through warranty express or implied. Insurance for such loss, damages or injury will be your (applicant/exhibitor) sole responsibility.
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