BNM Vendor Feb 23. 2025

2nd Annual Black Art Soiree

Saturday, May 24 2025 from 2 p.m - 8 p.m
The Black Night Market and Poetry After Dark presents the 2nd Annual Black Art Soiree, an elegant evening showcasing Black Art and Jazz culture.

Event Details:

The market will take place inside of Tacoma Armory, with vendors, live performers, food booths and trucks.

This is our ART centered market! We welcome vendors offering; art, handmade items, book writers, artisan, food, drinks, craft makers etc.

Each vendor spot includes a 10x10 space. Canopies are not required.
- Nonprofit Organizations $90 (must provide proof of 501(c)(3))
- Art // vendors selling products $130
- Cold food / prepackaged desserts : $130
- Hot Food Vendors $160
- Food Trucks: $180
  (Hot food vendors must obtain a Temporary Food Booth Permit from the health department.)
Please note: Tables, chairs, and other equipment are not provided. Vendors are responsible for bringing their own setup materials.

Electricity is limited and will be prioritized for:
- Hot food vendors
- Workshops
- "Press-on-the-go" booths
- Other special needs
Event Vendor details:

Setup Time: Vendors set up 2 hours before the event opens at 12 pm.
Check-in Deadline: Vendors must check in 15 minutes before the event begins.

Late arrivals will not be checked in and are'nt allowed to set up, so plan ahead!
More detailed load-in instructions and setup information will be sent via email to secured vendors on the MONDAY of the event week.

Please read all details carefully before completing your application. We look forward to having you join us at the Black Night Market!
Are you a BIPOC owned business? *

YesNo (Please note we prioritize highlighting vendors who are BIPOC.)
Full Name*
Email*
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PHONE NUMBER*
Business Name*
Business Instagram*
How would you like to be involved? *

Vendor Booth: Art, handmade crafts $130Prepackaged foods // desserts $130Non Profit - Information Booth $90Hot Food Booth (Indoor, hot holding only!) $160Food Trucks ( out door) $180
Business Facebook*
What Items do you sell? Be specific*
Do you need access to electricity, to sell /serve?*

YesNo
What do you need electricity for? BE SPECIFIC. *
Note, If you're outdoors you are responsible for your own generators. Indoor vendors will be given access based on priority needs, listed on page 1.

Let's talk.. BUSINESS!
Please read the following, this information is important as we obtain day permits for all of our vendors via the Tacoma Fire Department and Tacoma Tax & Business License.

This means, if you don't have the appropriate licenses there will be an additional $10 charge to your vendor fee.
Do you have any business licenses?*

State of WA business license ( LLC, Sole proprietor, Non Profit etc.)Tacoma Business License / any City LicenseBothI don't have either
You must provide PROOF by giving us your Tacoma Business License number and UBI number for your WA state business license numbers.

If you don't enter these numbers your application will be denied.

We're no longer accepting vendors without this information.

Tacoma Business License # start with 500-000-000

WA STATE BUSINESS UBI # starts with 600-000-000

If you dont have these licenses, enter the numbers above.

** Remember, those without this information will be denied. ***
Enter your Tacoma Business License #*
Enter your WA State Business License # ( UBI #)*

House Rules
These rules apply to all vendors unless stated otherwise.
1. Vendor Space: Each vendor is provided a 10x10 space indoors. Canopies frames allowed, without tent coverings.
2. Load-In Location: Vendors may load in at the front of the armory
3. Setup Time: Vendors have 2 hours to set up, beginning at 12 p.m. Please plan ahead to ensure you arrive and are ready on time.
4. Check-In Deadline: All vendors must be checked in/ set up by 1:45 AM. Late arrivals or no-shows will not be refunded.
5. Creative Freedom: Feel free to set up your space creatively and make it uniquely yours!
6. Clean-Up Responsibility: Vendors are responsible for keeping their area clean and tidy throughout the event. This includes; picking up trash, cleaning up your spills and ensuring no damage is left behind.
7. Post-Event Clean-Up: Please leave your space as you found it by cleaning up after yourself at the end of the event.
Do you understand and agree to the House Rules?*

Yes, I understand and will follow the house rules listed above.

Vendor Booths & Fees
Our vendor fees are NON- REFUNDABLE and NON - TRANSFERRABLE.

Vendor booth sizes are 10x10 square
- Non Profit Organizations (must show proof of 501C) --- $90
- Books, candles, crystals, art, clothing, products and cold repackaged foods etc. --- $130
- Hot Food Booth --- $160
- Food Trucks -- $180
ALL FOOD VENDORS (cold + HOT + TRUCKS) Must obtain a temporary food booth permit or must be a verified food business in Pierce County.

**We accept payments via SQUARE ONLY.. A link will appear after you submit this application. **
Our spots are filled on a first paid basis.*

I understand and agree that it is my responsibility to secure my vendor spot as soon as possible. I acknowledge that if I do not pay the vendor fee, my spot will not be held/ guaranteed.
NO REFUND POLICY

PLEASE NOTE: The vendor fee is non refundable. Your payment goes directly to venue fees, that being said we do not send out refunds under any circumstances.

This means the following 1-6.

1. Set up time is always 2 hours before doors open and vendors must be checked in 15 minutes before we open.

Set up: 12 pm

Cut off time: 1:45 am

2. SHOW UP ON TIME! If you show up past 11:45 am you will not be allowed to set up and you will not get a refund.
3.PLEASE FOLLOW THE RULES! If you go against any of the rules, you will be asked to leave and you will not get a refund.
4. If you pull out of the event within 7 days before the market, you will not get a refund.
5. If you pull out of the event 1-2 days before the market you will not get a refund.
6. If we, the Black Night Market cancels the event under any circumstance we will send you a refund or transfer your date.
Did you read the no refund and cancellation policy?*

Yes, I read the no refund policy. I understand the vendor fee is non refundable and non transferrable.
Once your payment is submitted, your spot as a vendor is secured unless otherwise specified. By securing your spot, you agree to commit to the event and comply with all outlined rules and policies.
I agree and understand the rules and policies of the Black Night Market. By selecting yes, I respect, commit and agree to follow the rules and policies under no exceptions.*

YES, I AGREE.

Thank you for signing up to participate in the 4th Annual Black History Month Market!

Promoting the event is a collective effort—it takes ALL OF US to ensure a busy and successful market! While the Black Night Market will actively promote the event, we also require all vendors to share the flyer and event details with their networks.

It’s important for your audience to know where they can support you. While we are not obligated to promote individual vendors, we do offer FREE marketing support for those who are interested.

If you’d like us to promote your business, please email us at blacknightmarket@gmail.com and inquire about the process for Vendor Highlights.

Please use the following links to pay for your vendor spot and secure your place in the market.
I understand and will share the flyer at least 3 times before the event!*

YES I WILL HELP PROMOTE THE EVENT, BY SHARING THE FLYERS.
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2nd Annual Black Art Soiree

Let's talk.. BUSINESS!

House Rules

Vendor Booths & Fees