2026 LCHS Canal Market Seasonal Vendor Application

Name*

First NameLast Name

Business Name (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!

What Category of items do you sell/display?*

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 vendor is accepted- please use photos which you feel best represent your items in character and quality! **If unable to attach photos here, please email you photos to events@lasallecountyhistoricalsociety.org with "[YOUR NAME] [BUSINESS NAME] Burgoo 2025 Vendor Application" in the subject line - EMAILS WITHOUT THIS INFORMATION IN THE SUBJECT LINE MAY NOT BE SEEN!

Space Wanted*

Indoor Canal Market 8x20 ($600 per season)Indoor Canal Market 16x20 ($1000 per season)Outdoor 10x10 ($250 per season)Outdoor 10x20 ($350 per season)

LCHS Canal Market Seasonal Vendors have the first choice to retain their booths for our 55th Annual Burgoo Festival held on October 10-11, 2026. Please indicate if you wish to retain your same space for Burgoo:*

Yes, with retaining same seasonal space for Burgoo.Yes, but would like different space for Burgoo.No, I will not be participating in Burgoo.

We will be giving seasonal vendors an option to open on 2 additional dates during the season that coincide with holiday weekends, which are typically busy in town. Please select the dates in which you would like to participate.*

Monday May 25 (Memorial Day)Monday September 7 (Labor Day)I will not be open on these additional datesUnsure

2026 ADDITIONAL MARKET DATES LCHS Canal Market will also host other markets, including: Winter Wine Walk (February 14, 11-5 pm) Antiquin’ Weekend (April 25-26, 11-5 pm) (VINTAGE/ANTIQUES) Christmas at the Canal Market (November 28-29, 11-5 pm). Seasonal Vendors will have first choice at retaining their booth for these events, as well as a discounted rate. Please select dates if wishing to participate*

Winter Wine Walk (February 14, 10-5pm)Antiquin Weekend (April 25-26, 11-5pm) ANTIQUES OR VINTAGE ONLY FOR THIS EVENTChristmas at the Canal Market (November 28-29, 11-5pm)No, I will not be signing up for these additional events.

Space Wanted for above show(s)*

Indoor 8x20 ($30 each additional show)Indoor 16x20 ($60 each additional show)Outdoor 10x10 ($10 each additional show)Outdoor 10x20 ($20 each additional show)Other (this is if you wish to have a different space from your seasonal space for these shows)I am not signing up for these additional shows

LCHS Canal Market does offer storage for our off season. If you would like to retain your spaces for storage during our off season and in between additional shows please indicate below. Fees for booth spaces are listed below and are a one time additional charge*

Yes, I would like to retain my space for storage (8x20 space $100, 16x20 space $200)No, I will not be needing storage.

LCHS CANAL MARKET RULES

The LCHS Canal Market will be open from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm every Saturday and Sunday from May 9 & 10 through September 26 & 27, except during the Utica Garden Club’s Plant Sale on June 6-7. Please note that on this upcoming weekend, market hours will be 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.

Indoor vendors may enter the market building to unload their goods; staff will be available starting at 8:00 am. Kindly ensure your vehicle does not block access for others, and all vehicles must be removed from the building by 9:30 am.

All vendors are required to park in the designated grass area behind the Canal Market Building.

Booths must be staffed at all times during market hours.

Restroom facilities are available at the Heritage Center, which is open from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm on Saturdays and Sundays.

Wi-Fi access is provided for Canal Market vendors: Network: Canal Market; Password: LCHSHC1718.

Vendors may not bring pets to the market.

Vendors must remain within their assigned spaces. For an 8x20 space, no items may extend into the aisle. Vendors with more than one booth may extend up to 18 inches only in the area where two booths meet.

Vendors are responsible for their own waste management. As disposal capacity is limited, please break down boxes when necessary. All stalls must be cleared of any hanging objects (e.g., nails, tacks) upon breakdown.

Each vendor is responsible for collecting sales tax throughout the season. The Village of North Utica has a sales tax rate of 7%.

For weekday access, vendors may pick up a key from Kinnason at the Heritage Center on Fridays between 12:00 pm and 4:00 pm, or from Riley at the Canal Warehouse on Mondays.

Indoor seasonal vendors are expected to participate every weekend, with a maximum of four excused absences during the season. Missing more than four dates will result in removal as a seasonal vendor, forfeiture of your Burgoo space, and ineligibility for a refund. Optional Monday dates do not count towards the four allowed absences.

Outdoor vendors unable to attend a scheduled weekend must notify market management in advance.

I hereby affirm that I have read and agree to abide by the above mentioned LCHS Canal Market Rules.*

Vendor Guidelines & Agreement

Please note that qualifications and limitations placed on vendors come as the result of the LaSalle County Historical Society (LCHS)’s desire to encourage homemade skills and crafts, to feature quality antiques, treasures, and collectibles from the past, and to remove material that is offensive to the visitors and the hosting community.

• Rented space is for the business owner’s use only and may not be subleased to any other person or business without prior written permission from the LaSalle County Historical Society.

• Preference is given to repeat vendors, residents of LaSalle County, and to vendors with genuine homemade “Old Time” items.

• The only food items that may be sold in vendor booths are baked goods and home-grown items. Regular vendors with food items must display a LaSalle County Health Dept (815.433.3366) food certification document.

• NO WEAPONS OR EXPLOSIVES OF ANY KIND ARE ALLOWED

• Vendors are expected to provide their own insurance. Under no circumstances shall LCHS be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special or consequential damages resulting from any incident occurring at the LCHS Canal Market.

• All vendors must unload their vehicle as quickly as possible. Vehicles must be parked as close to vendor spaces as possible so that other vendors may pass through. Unpacking and staging will take place after the vehicle has been moved to a parking area.

• Displays within the designated areas are not to block vehicle or pedestrian traffic. Please be respectful of local property owners and residents. No parking near vendor booth.

• Vendors are responsible for keeping spaces clean. Vendors’ spaces are to be open and manned during Canal Market hours.

• No protection from rain, wind, etc. is provided, except for vendors inside the Canal Market. Please bring some personal protection with you. Weights are required for all tents. No tables or display equipment is provided. Vendors are responsible for furnishing their own exhibit props.

• Vendors who are not accepted will have their fee returned (if payment by check was sent). Accepted vendors will not be granted a refund after 6/1/2026. Refunds for late cancellations will be considered depending on the reason for cancelation and its effect on the LCHS Canal Market. We Reserve the Right to Accept or Deny any Vendor.

• A maximum of one 20’ space per vendor will be allowed.

• State sales tax must be paid according to IRS provisions. This is the responsibility of the vendor. Utica’s rate is 7%

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 shows. 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.

Vendor Guidelines & 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 LaSalle County Historical Society. 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 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. 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.

2026 LCHS Canal Market Seasonal Application