Market at the Marina: Vendor Consideration Form 2024

 

WHY MARKET AT THE MARINA?

The Market at the Marina is a lively monthly event held on the second weekend, where local vendors showcase a variety of products by the waterfront. This picturesque market offers a reliable space for artisans, craftsmen, and entrepreneurs to connect with customers, fostering community and a unique shopping experience.

 
MARKET AT THE MARINA
We're excited to offer a monthly retail opportunity at the Waterfront Rodeo! As a valued vendor, promoting your presence is key to attracting customers. While we market the Market at the Marina, your active engagement in promoting your products will enhance your success. Let's work together to create a dynamic and successful market experience!

 

VENDOR SELECTION DETAILS 

We carefully curate vendors to maintain a balanced variety of products, featuring both established and emerging vendors. Selection is based on originality, product variety, and booth presentation. In cases of similar offerings, we choose on a first-come, first-served basis.

We accept handmade, hand-crafted, curated vintage, and fair trade items, but do not accept MLM or direct sales vendors. Pre-packaged food vendors are limited and require additional venue approval and permits, with paperwork due 20 business days before the event.

Vendors don’t need licenses or permits to participate but are responsible for complying with all tax and legal requirements.

NOTE: Food vendors are the exception and will be contacted regarding the required documentation.

 

CATEGORY CAPS
We do put caps on the number of vendors selling the same or similar items. Past years capped categories have included crystals, jewelry, crocheted/knitted items and greeting cards. The capped categories may change from event to event depending on the number of applications received.

VENDOR FEES 

(INDOOR SPACE)

One (1) 6 FT TABLE SPACE: $65 (Bring your own table)
One (1) 8 FT TABLE SPACE: $75 (Bring your own tables -L shape or 1 table and 1 rack) LIMITED AVAILABILITY

 

Reserve both Saturday AND Sunday:

One (1) 6 FT TABLE SPACE: $125 (Bring your own table)
One (1) 8 FT TABLE SPACE: $145 (Bring your own tables -L shape or 1 table and 1 rack) LIMITED AVAILABILITY

 

(OUTDOOR SPACE)

One 10 x10 SPACE: $55 (Bring your own tables, chairs, canopy, and canopy weights.)

 

Reserve both Saturday AND Sunday:

One 10 x10 SPACE: $105 (Bring your own tables, chairs, canopy, and canopy weights.)

 

When filling out applications PLEASE:

Check and double check your email address is entered correctly.
Check and double check your social media handles are entered correctly. 
 

Additional Q&A can be found HERE.

 

Vendors MUST:
Provide your own set up (POS, table, chairs/canopies and weights for those outdoor). 
Keep your space clean!
Have a tablecloth on your table.

VENDOR SPOTS ARE NOT CONFIRMED UNTIL PAYMENT IS MADE. 

 

MARKET AT THE MARINA LOGISTICS

APPLICANTS MUST COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES

SET-UP: To avoid disruption of the market experience, there will be no late setups or early breakdowns. All vendors must be fully set up by the market's start time. If you arrive past the start time, you will not be allowed to set up.

BOOTH PRESENTATION: Ensure that your booth is clean, organized, and presentable at the scheduled start of the market and throughout the entire event.

SOFT BREAKDOWN: To avoid disruption of the market experience, there will be no late setups or early breakdowns. Soft breakdown is permitted 15 minutes before closing to facilitate guest traffic.

**WEATHER, BUYOUTS, UNEXPECTED EVENTS:

This is a Rain or Shine Event!

If we have to postpone due to buyouts or unexpected events we will apply your credit to a future market.  Must use credit within 3 months. 

CANCELLATIONS: Notify the coordinator of any cancellations as soon as possible as we understand life happens.

No-show vendors will not be invited back or refunded.

TABLE COVERINGS: All tables must be covered with floor-length tablecloths that conceal the front, leaving no exposed areas.

STORAGE AND MERCHANDISE: Keep bins, boxes, and extra storage hidden beneath the table, out of view from the audience, and ensure they do not obstruct your space or that of others.

VENDOR BOOTH ASSISTANCE: Vendors may have one additional person at their booth for assistance. Please refrain from bringing multiple helpers, small children, or pets.

NO SMOKING OR ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION: including vapes, eCigs, cigarettes, marijuana, etc., is strictly prohibited at your booth. Kindly use designated areas in the parking lot if necessary.

FRAGRANCE CONSIDERATION: Before using potent wax fragrances, sage, palo santo, incense, etc., be considerate of other vendors and guests. No open flames or candles are permitted.

EVENT PROMOTION: All vendors are expected to promote the event on their social media platforms. Vendors who do not actively contribute to event promotion may not be considered for future events and could risk removal from the event.

BOOTH ASSIGNMENTS & VENDOR PARKING

• Booth locations and event layout are subject to change per the Event Management Personnel.

• Booths will be assigned the Monday before the event and information on booths and parking will be sent to you then.

• You, as a vendor, are responsible for all of your tables and chairs. 

No Refunds or Transfers: There are no refunds or transfers of vendor fees if you withdraw from the event for any reason, without exceptions.

You will receive an email once you have been confirmed as a vendor. Vendor fees are due upon receipt.

By signing and submitting this application, you acknowledge that there is a participation fee required for entry into this event. The vendor fees contribute to covering expenses such as venue costs, security, advertising, county fees, and other related expenditures. It is important to note that under no circumstances will vendor fees be refunded or transferable to upcoming markets.

Approved invoices expire in 24 hours.* If payment is not received - your spot will be canceled and we will move on to the next vendor.

By signing and submitting this application, you recognize that Market at Marina is a local vendor market that promotes inclusion, acceptance, and diversity as part of its core values. Market at the Marina does not allow products or vendors that promote hatred, violence, or discrimination against marginalized groups of people.

As a vendor in this market, you understand that vendors are required to participate in promoting the event to encourage a successful turnout. We place banners in strategic places, run paid media ads, and provide posters/flyers to local businesses. You are required to promote yourself in this market!

By signing and submitting this application, you are giving Market at the Marina, E.R.R.U.P.T. Management/Simply B.O.S.S. Events, and The Waterfront Rodeo full permission to take photos and/or videos of you, your products, and your booth to be used for online sharing and marketing purposes. This agreement never expires.

By signing and submitting this application, you understand that you are not guaranteed a space by filling out this application. You understand I will be notified within 72 hours of application submission and fees will be due at that time. You understand you will not be refunded if you do not show up after you paid for vendor space. You acknowledge this is a rain-or-shine event. You understand markets may be POSTPONED due to unexpected events. You agree to Market at the Marina terms and conditions.