56th Annual Burgoo Festival - 2026 Vendor Application

Name*

First NameLast Name

Business Name, if applicable (n/a if none)*

Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Email*

example@example.com

Phone Number*

Please enter a valid phone number.

What do you sell or display - please be specific (ie; 'stamped leather keychains & handmade leather wallets' instead of 'leather goods') *

Please note that we do reserve the right to limit the number of vendors selling the same category of items- ex; 'crocheted goods'- as we see fit. Please list all unique-to-you products in order to set yourself apart from the crowd. 'Knitted goods' may mean scarves, hats, bags, or stuffed animals- if you sell all of these items and more, please list them!

Please upload photos of your products, past event setups, and logo (if applicable)

These images are for the application process as well as for social media use if the vendor is accepted- please use photos that you feel best represent your items in character and quality! **If unable to attach photos here, please email your photos to events@lasallecountyhistoricalsociety.org with "[YOUR NAME] [BUSINESS NAME] Burgoo 2026 Vendor Application" in the subject line - EMAILS WITHOUT THIS INFORMATION IN THE SUBJECT LINE MAY NOT BE SEEN!

What Category of goods do you display or sell?*

Vendors interested in securing a booth within the “Business Advertisement" or “Information” categories are required to become sponsors to participate in our Festival. To prioritize space for vendors offering handmade, homemade, vintage, or homegrown goods for sale, the number of booths allocated to these categories will be limited. If you are interested, we will follow up with you and send a sponsorship form.

Space Wanted*

10x10 Space ($150 prior to 6/1/26, $170 after 6/1/26)10x20 Space ($250 prior to 6/1/26, $270 after 6/1/26)Private Vendor Space 10x10 or 10x20 ($50 permit fee)Indoor Only (very limited)

If you choose a PRIVATE VENDOR SPACE, please note that the LCHS permit fee covers set-up on private property not owned by the Museum. You MUST obtain permission from the landowner, who may also charge an additional fee for use of their property. Private vendors are responsible for getting setup instructions directly from the property owner for the weekend.

Private Vendor Spaces are available at the following businesses. Contact them to secure your spot:

· Country Kids Produce: Contact Kelsey | Phone: 815.343.1292 | Email: countrykidsproduce@gmail.com

· Jamie's Outpost: Contact Jamie | Phone: 815.615.1378 | Email: jamietracymix@gmail.com

· Stonehead: (No vendors with Leather or Apparel) Contact Keith | Phone: 815.667.3040 | Email: arwooddarsi@yahoo.com

· The Rock N Soul: (No vendors with rocks, crystals, or minerals) Contact Christy | Phone: 815.228.1983 | Email: christydonahue63@comcast.net

· Roxie's Sweet Confections: (No baked goods, soda, jerky, or spices) Contact Denny | Phone: 708.606.4019

Our Canal Market Seasonal Vendors will have first choice in retaining their Canal Market Indoor booths for the Burgoo Festival. We will, however, have a small number of indoor booths available for the event ($245 for 8x20, $435 for 16x20). If you are interested in being an indoor vendor for Burgoo, please choose yes, and your name will be added to our waiting list. Determination of availability will be made after June 1, 2026. We will contact those interested after our June 1 deadline to inform you if there is availability.

Yes, add me to the wait list

Electricity Needed for Booth - a $25 fee will be assessed if yes*

YesNo

Returning Burgoo Vendor from 2025? (Returning Vendors will receive 2025 placement if the application is received and paid for before June 1, 2026. If you would like to request a spot change, please indicate in the question below.) If you were NOT here in 2025, you are a NEW VENDOR*

Yes, I am a RETURNING VENDOR from 2025No, I am a NEW VENDOR and DID NOT participate in 2025

If you would like to request a specific section, change your spot assignment from 2025, or have a trailer, please inform us below:*

We offer Friday evening (October 9) set up for some of our vendor locations. In order to relieve traffic, please indicate when you would like to set up. PLEASE NOTE: Sections A, B, C, and D are Saturday set-up only.*

I prefer to set up on Friday evening.I prefer to set up on Saturday morning.I can set up either Friday night or Saturday morning.

Vendor Guidelines & Agreement

The LaSalle County Historical Society (LCHS) sets qualifications and restrictions on vendors to promote homemade crafts, highlight quality antiques and collectibles, and ensure that all material is appropriate for visitors and the local community.

• Rented spaces are exclusively for the business owner’s use. Subleasing your space to others is not allowed unless you obtain written approval from the Burgoo Festival Committee at LCHS.

• Returning vendors, LaSalle County residents, and those offering authentic “Old Time” handmade items receive preference.

• Vendors may only sell baked goods and home-grown food items in their booths. Water and soft drinks can only be sold by designated Food Vendors. If selling food, vendors must display a valid LaSalle County Health Dept (815.433.3366) certification.

• Weapons and explosives are strictly prohibited.

• Vendors are responsible for their own insurance. LCHS will not be liable for any damages or incidents during the event.

• Unload vehicles promptly and park as close to your vendor space as possible to keep paths clear for others. Move your vehicle before unpacking and setting up your booth.

• Displays must stay within assigned areas and must not block traffic. All signage must remain inside your allocated space; signage outside your reserved area is strictly forbidden. Please respect local property and residents by not parking near your booth.

• Keep your space tidy and staffed during event hours. A final cleanup is required after the event, and all vendors must vacate their spaces by 6pm, when streets are cleaned and reopened.

• Weather protection is only available to vendors inside the Canal Market. Bring your own shelter—tent weights are mandatory. Vendors must provide their own tables and display setups.

• Fees will be refunded to vendors who are not accepted. After 9/1/2026, accepted vendors are not eligible for a refund, except under special circumstances as determined by the Event’s impact. The committee reserves the right to accept or deny any vendor.

• Only one 20’ space is permitted per vendor.

• Non-Profit and Civic Organizations are permitted to vend at the festival but may not engage in soliciting donations during the event. All materials and displays must remain within the assigned booth space and must comply with event guidelines and local regulations.

Only official LaSalle County political organizations are permitted to operate booths during the festival. Campaigning is allowed, but must be conducted exclusively within the designated booth area. Organizations that fail to comply with this policy will be required to leave the festival, and refunds will not be issued.

• Vendors are responsible for collecting and remitting state sales tax according to IRS rules. The sales tax rate in Utica is 7%.

Vendor Agreement

I have thoroughly read the letter and guidelines for LCHS Vendors and agree to comply with all the terms, and to sign and abide by the liability disclaimer attached. I further understood that I may not sub-lease, sell or give away this space without written permission from the Festival Committee. An extra fee may be charged if I exceed my assigned space. I will maintain a neat and attractive booth within my designated area, and I will prominently display the Vendor Permit at all times. I will be responsible for cleaning my area thoroughly after I close. I will try to carry out the heritage theme of the Event being presented by the LaSalle County Historical Society.

Liability Waiver

I accept and assume full liability for any injury or loss to property, my agents, employees or me at any time and from any cause on the premises of the show. I expressly release the LaSalle County Historical Society, its employees, board, and volunteers, and the Village of North Utica, from any liability for such loss, injury or accident, and agree to provide and pay for my own insurance.

I hereby affirm that I have read and agree with the above mentioned Vendor Guidelines & Agreement and Liability Waiver.*

Payment Information

Once your application and pictures have been received and processed we will email you an invoice with total owed. If you have not been accepted we will email you the reason that you were not accepted. Invoices may be paid via credit card online through our square payment processor (link will be sent via email) or via check made payable to LCHS. Checks may be mailed to:

LCHS

PO Box 278

Utica, Il 61373

We do not accept VENMO, CashApp, Paypal, or Applepay.

Once your payment is received you will receive confirmation and a receipt for your records.
VENDORS WILL NOT BE PLACED PRIOR TO RECEIPT OF PAYMENT.

Your spot assignment, set up instructions, and parking pass will be mailed via USPS three weeks prior to the event. Any questions may be directed to events@lasallecountyhistoricalsociety.org or by calling 815.667.4861.