2026 Summerville Farmers Market Application

2026 Summerville Farmers Market Application

Application submission does not guarantee a vendor space at the Farmers Market.
Application submission does not guarantee a vendor space at the Farmers Market.

Please read all the Market Rules and Regulations and be sure you meet the requirements before completing this application.

Application deadline Friday, February 6, 2026 (5p) EST

Applications received after the deadline will automatically be added to the waitlist and not considered for a permanent spot.

Application reviewed early February with selection announced end of the month.
Mandatory Market Meeting the first week of March 2026 (Date and location TBD)
Opening date is scheduled for Saturday, April 4, 2026 (subject to change)
Summerville Farmers Market is scheduled to operate on Saturdays April 4-Nov 21, 2026

Summerville Farmers Market Committee will make consideration based on the following criteria.

A.      Past participation and adherence to rules/regulations.

B.      Past participation attendance.

C.       Farmers with over 50% self-grown / harvested crops vs resale opportunities

D.      Uniqueness of merchandise and sale items.

E.       Event footprint and space use requirements.

F.       Comply with all applicable fees, local, state and federal business regulations.

G.      Authenticity proof of concept or marketing / sales history

H.      Application thoroughness with details.

Farmers Market vendors do not have to be a DREAM Community Partner. Community Partnership is only required for DREAM events such as, Third Thursday, Christmas Parade Market, Sweet Tea Fest, etc.

This application is for the 2026 Summerville Farmers Market ONLY. Summerville Holiday market will have a separate application and will be provided mid-year for consideration. Participation in the Summerville Farmers Market does not guarantee placement in the Holiday Market.
Returning Vendor*

Yes, I was a full time vendor in 2025Yes, I was a fill in vendor in 2025New to 2026
Business Name*
Business type*

FarmerSpecialty FoodsArtisanBusiness- limited to market sponsors ($100 a week fee)Non-profit
Participation request*

Entire Year (April- November)Summer season (April-August 29,2026)Fall season (September 5, 2026-November 21, 2026)Substitute or fill in vendor only
Website or social media address*
If you do not have a website or social media write N/A.com
Name*

First NameLast Name
Email*
example@example.com
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Town of Summerville Business License number*
If you do not have a number yet please put apply. All vendors must have a Town of Summerville Business license.
Number of Booths Requested Please note that this is a request. If you are selected, you may only be allowed “x” number of spaces based on market floorplan and availability.*

One (1) 10x10 boothTwo (2)- numbers of booths for artisans/ specialty food/ farmersThree (3)- Max number of booths for Farmers onlyFood truck
Sales Items

Provide a complete list of products and items for sale. BE SPECIFIC, if the item is not listed it will not be permitted for sale at the market.

In addition to the list below, Farmers and growers will be sent a supplemental sales form. This form will be sent to the State of South Carolina to highlight specific resale items that are subject to sales tax.
Farmers:

Items produced/grown on by farmer/artisan will have priority placement. Items purchased wholesale and brought to market will only be considered in local “out of season” months. Proof of compliance will be required. Items not grown on your farm and out of season locally are limited to 50% of product.

All farmers are required to disclose in advance, on their Farmers Market Application, what produce they are intending to grow themselves and sell at the Market and what out of season produce they are intending to buy and resell at the Market.
Farmer list of items grown by the business*
Please be specific
Farmer- List of items to be purchased and resold*
If not planning on resale write N/A
Artisans - 100% of your products offered must be made/crafted by the vendor. No resale items allowed. No items made by machine such as, we do not accept anything on premade hats or heat pressed shirts. Please list products to be sold at market *
Specialty Foods- Detailed list or menu of every item you plan to sell at the market. Be specific, you cannot add items to this list during the season.*
Business/ Mailing address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
County*
I accept the following forms of payment*

CashDebitCreditEBTWic
The intent of the Market is to provide a facility for Farmers, Growers and Artisans to display and sell produced and crafted goods. Rules and regulations have been established to provide a “level sales atmosphere” that best supports and celebrates local entrepreneurs and small business owners. We must embrace the standard of “I am because we are” and work together for success. By signing below, I certify that I have read and understand and that I will abide by all rules and regulations that apply to my SFM operations. I further understand that failure to adhere to these rules and regulations are grounds for dismissal from the SFM and forfeiture of any money paid. I am authorized to sign and my signature represents my organization / business. *

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