Vendor Policies & Requirements
Refund Policy
All booth fees are non-refundable once payment has been submitted. Exceptions will only be considered in cases of true emergencies, which will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis by the event organizers. No refunds will be issued for cancellations, weather (unless dangerous circumstances), no-shows, or scheduling conflicts.
Invoice Policy
Invoices must be paid in full by their stated due date in order to secure your space. If your invoice is past the due date without notifying me that you need more time - there will be a late fee added for each day it goes unpaid. Unpaid invoices after the deadline will result in forfeiture of your booth, and your spot may be offered to another vendor on the waitlist.
Juried Categories
All applications will be juried by category to ensure a balanced and diverse market. We will only accept a limited number of vendors in each category (e.g., jewelry, candles, baked goods, apparel, etc.). This process is in place to maintain variety, reduce oversaturation, and provide every vendor with the best chance of success.
Vendor Strike System
To maintain fairness and professionalism, we will be operating on a strike system. Vendors who violate market rules, policies, or guidelines will receive a strike. Accumulation of three (3) strikes will result in removal from the vendor roster and disqualification from participating in future events.
Tent & Weight Requirements
All vendors are required to use a tent/canopy and to properly secure it with weights. A minimum of 15 lbs per leg is required, with 25 lbs per leg strongly preferred. Vendors who arrive without a tent or without the required weights will not be permitted to set up and will be removed from the market. No refunds will be issued in these cases.
Food Vendor Requirements
All food vendors (including those selling prepared foods, baked goods, beverages, or samples) must hold all current and valid licenses, permits, and insurance required by state and local health departments. Proof of documentation must be provided upon request. Vendors who cannot provide proper licensing will not be permitted to participate and no refunds will be issued.
No MLM Policy
We do not accept applications from multi-level marketing (MLM) companies, direct sales representatives, or distributors (e.g., Scentsy, Paparazzi, Color Street, etc.). Our market is reserved for handmade, locally owned, and independently created businesses. Applications from MLM businesses will be automatically denied.
Themed Inventory Requirement
While we do not require 100% of your inventory to be spooky-themed, we do require that at least 75% of the items you bring fit within the spooky, gothic, or alternative aesthetic of the market. This ensures a cohesive atmosphere while still allowing some creative flexibility in your offerings.
Market Details
This event will be taking place in Allegheny Commons Park - It will be an OUTDOOR market. This market is RAIN OR SHINE.
Applications will be juried in batches and vendors will get acceptance/denied notices via email. When accepted, booth assignments & instructions will be sent out a week before the market.
Invoices will be sent upon acceptance. Payment finalizes your spot in the show. Invoices will be sent monthly.
This market will take place from 10am-3pm on the following dates:
- March 21 * SEASON OPENER*
- April 4
- April 18 (Tentative date)
- May 2 (Tentative date)
- May 16
- May 30
- June 13
- June 27
- July 11
- July 25
- August 8
- August 22
- September 5
- September 19
- October 3
- October 17
- October 31 *HALLOWEEN - SEASON CLOSER*
Fees:
10x10 booth - $50
10x20 booth - $100