2026 CHILLIWACK CHRISTMAS CRAFT MARKET ARTISAN APPLICATION

APPLICATIONS ARE CURRENTLY BEING ACCEPTED FOR WAITLIST

MARKET LOCATION: Chilliwack Heritage Park 44140 Luckakuck Way, Chilliwack, BC
 

2026 MARKET DATES & HOURS:

Friday, November 20, 2026: 2pm-8pm 

Saturday, November 21, 2026: 10am-6pm

Sunday, November 22, 2026: 10am-4pm

 
SET-UP DATES & TIMES:

Thursday, November 19: 1pm ‐ 6pm 

Friday, November 20: 8am ‐ 1pm 

ALL VENDORS MUST CHECK IN BY 11:00 AM FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20TH. IF NOT, YOUR SPACE WILL NO LONGER BE AVAILABLE, AND THERE WILL BE NO REFUNDS.

VENDORS MUST BE SET UP AND READY FOR SALES HALF AN HOUR BEFORE MARKET OPENING ON EACH DAY. 

TAKE DOWN: Sunday, November 22: 4pm ‐ 6pm (no earlier)

Applications are open January 15, 2026 until spaces are filled. After which applications will be taken for the waitlist. 

The CCM is a juried market. Applications will be juried at the end of each month starting February 28. Successful applicants will receive notice mid-month.

• Applicants must be the designers, creators, and producers of their work.

• Eligible products are handcrafted or artisanal items made or significantly altered by the vendor.

• Machine-made items (3D printing, laser, sublimation) must feature original designs.

• Food vendors:

  - Must make products from original recipes.
  - Must hold valid Fraser Health and FoodSafe certifications.
  - Provide all required permits and ingredient labels for all food and samples.

• Alcohol vendors:

  - Must produce products from original recipes.
  - Provide Liquor Board approval and Serving It Right certificates for all booth staff.

• If planning on sharing a booth, each artisan must submit a separate form and will be juried individually.

• Products and displays will be juried for quality, durability, originality, and professional presentation.

• AI-generated photos/text mounted onto backgrounds are not accepted. Must be original designs by the artist or artisan.

• Not accepted:

   - Mass-produced, resold, or drop-shipped goods
   - Kit or imported crafts
   - MLM / direct sales
   - Unlicensed fan art or copyrighted content
   - Loose gemstones (unless mounted)
   - AI-generated artwork

Booth Sizes
Single: 10’ wide x 8’ deep
Double: 20’ wide x 8’ deep

Provided by CCM:

• Pipe & drape booth with curtained back and side walls; corner booths will only have one side wall
• Booth number sign
• S-hooks for lightweight signage (return at end)
• Power access near booth (750 Watts) 
• Up to 4 chairs, 2 vendor tags (extras available upon request)
• Vendor lounge & refillable water station,
• Text number to request volunteer booth sitters
• Social media assets for your social channels

Vendor Responsibilities:

• Bring lighting and power cords (lighting rentals available through Show in Motion) 
• Provide floor-length table coverings
• Display business/artist signage clearly
• Decorate the booth with seasonal decor to help with the holiday vibe
• Bring or rent your own tables
• Bring sales equipment and a reliable payment system (Wi-Fi available for a fee)
• Door prize donation upon check-in

Payment & Cancellation Policy:

1. Full payment is due within two weeks of the invoice to reserve your space.

2. Cancellations must be emailed.

• Before September 30, 2026, 5:00PM, 50% refund
• After October 1, 2026: No refunds (includes no-shows)
• Failure to pay or provide required documentation may forfeit the booth.

If the event is canceled due to natural causes, a $50 admin fee will be deducted from refunds.

Guidelines

Only sell approved, handcrafted items listed on your application.

• Arrive on time and be ready 30 minutes before the market opens.
• Be present for all three days with no early pack-up. 
• Keep your booth tidy. Any cardboard/garbage left at your booth after the event will result in your future applications being declined.
• Unplug all lights/devices nightly. Only approved fridges/freezers may stay plugged in.
• Bring your own setup tools and loading/unloading carts.
• Be courteous to volunteers, staff, and other vendors.
• Promote the market through your own channels (social media, email, etc.).
• Comply with all local health, zoning, and safety regulations and carry necessary insurance or permits.
• The Chilliwack Arts Council is not responsible for lost sales, cancellations, or damages beyond its control.

Vendors must indemnify the Chilliwack Arts Council for any loss, injury, or damage resulting from their booth or products.

The show uses pipe and drape: 

• No tents or canopies allowed.
• No pinning anything to drapes. S-hooks will be available at no cost.
• All S-hooks to be returned at event end.

Read this entire application package before applying.

Add ccm@chilliwackartscouncil.com to your safe list (check your junk folder if using Hotmail).

Questions? Email: ccm@chilliwackartscouncil.com