Chocolate After Dark

🍫✨ Chocolate After Dark — Vendor Applications Now Open ✨🍷

Chocolate After Dark is an upscale, 21+ ticketed Valentine’s weekend experience combining artisan chocolate tastings, wine, visual art, live entertainment and interactive installations throughout the gallery.

We’re seeking a carefully curated selection of chocolate makers, dessert businesses, artists and retail vendors to help create an indulgent evening in downtown Seattle.

 Saturday, February 13, 2027
6:00–10:00 PM
ArtLoveSalon
110 Union Street, Seattle, WA 98101
🔞 Ages 21+

Vendor Opportunities

🍫 Chocolate Tasting Partner — Complimentary Space

Chocolate makers receive a complimentary vendor space in exchange for providing one bite-sized sample for each ticketed attendee.

Includes:

• One 6-foot table space
• Opportunity to sell full-size products
• Business listing in event promotion
• Recognition as an official Chocolate Tasting Partner

The final required sample quantity will be provided based on ticket sales.

🛍️ Standard Retail Vendor

• 6-foot table space — $75
• 10×10 space — $125

Ideal for curated gifts, art, jewelry, candles, romantic merchandise, specialty products and other businesses that complement the Chocolate After Dark experience.

🧁 Dessert Vendor — $150

Dessert vendors may sell full-size products throughout the event.

The vendor fee may be waived for approved dessert businesses providing one sample per ticketed attendee. Sample participation must be confirmed in advance.

This is a curated experience, and space is limited. Vendors will be selected based on quality, presentation, uniqueness and overall alignment with the event.

Setup instructions and arrival times will be provided to accepted vendors.

To apply or request additional information, message Tayler’d Experiences or email taylerdexperiences@gmail.com.

Come be part of a decadent evening of chocolate, wine, art and connection. 🖤

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Chocolate After Dark — Vendor Terms & Conditions

 

Saturday, February 13, 2027

6:00–10:00 PM

ArtLoveSalon

110 Union Street, Seattle, WA 98101

 

Chocolate After Dark is a curated, 21+ ticketed experience featuring artisan chocolate tastings, wine, visual art, live entertainment, interactive installations and specialty shopping.

 

By submitting an application, the applicant acknowledges and agrees to the following terms and conditions.

 

1. Eligibility and Age Requirement

 

Chocolate After Dark is a 21+ event. All vendors, employees, assistants and representatives working at the event must be at least 21 years old and may be required to present valid government-issued identification.

 

2. Vendor Selection

 

Chocolate After Dark is a curated event. Vendors will be selected based on product quality, presentation, uniqueness, professionalism and alignment with the overall event experience.

 

Submitting an application does not guarantee acceptance. Tayler’d Experiences reserves the right to accept or decline any application and to limit the number of businesses within each category.

 

Acceptance applies only to the products, services and business described in the application. Vendors may not share, transfer, resell or sublet their space without prior written approval.

 

3. Vendor Categories and Fees

 

Chocolate Tasting Partner — Complimentary Space

 

Approved chocolate makers may receive one complimentary 6-foot table space in exchange for providing one bite-sized chocolate sample for each ticketed attendee.

 

Chocolate Tasting Partners may sell full-size products during the event.

 

The required sample quantity and maximum sample commitment will be confirmed in writing before the vendor accepts participation. Vendors will not be expected to provide quantities exceeding the agreed maximum without additional written approval.

 

Failure to provide the agreed number of samples may result in cancellation of the complimentary placement or assessment of the applicable standard vendor fee.

 

Standard Retail Vendor

 

- 6-foot table space: $125

- 10×10 vendor space: $175

 

Dessert Vendor

 

- Standard dessert-vendor space: $150

 

The fee may be waived for an approved dessert business that agrees to provide one sample per ticketed attendee. The required quantity and maximum commitment will be confirmed in writing.

 

All vendor fees are for event space only unless additional items are specifically listed in the acceptance notice.

 

4. Payment

 

Paid vendors will receive an invoice after acceptance. Full payment is required by the deadline stated on the invoice.

 

A space is not secured until payment has been received. Unpaid spaces may be released to another applicant after the payment deadline.

 

Complimentary Chocolate Tasting Partners and approved sampling partners must still complete the participation agreement by the stated deadline.

 

5. Cancellation and Refunds

 

Vendor fees are nonrefundable if a vendor cancels, fails to attend or is unable to participate for any reason.

 

Vendor fees and complimentary placements may not be transferred to another business or event without written approval.

 

If Tayler’d Experiences cancels the event and does not reschedule it, paid vendor fees will be refunded. Tayler’d Experiences is not responsible for inventory, ingredients, travel, lodging, staffing or other expenses incurred by a vendor.

 

If the event must be postponed or materially changed because of severe weather, government action, venue closure, public-safety concerns or another circumstance beyond the organizer’s reasonable control, vendor payments may be transferred to the rescheduled event or handled according to the options communicated by the organizer.

 

6. Setup and Breakdown

 

Vendor arrival, setup and breakdown instructions will be provided before the event.

 

Vendors must:

 

- Arrive and complete setup during the assigned setup window

- Be fully prepared to serve or sell before doors open

- Keep their display intact and staffed until the event closes

- Wait until the authorized breakdown time before packing

- Remove all merchandise, equipment and trash from their space

- Follow all venue loading, parking and access instructions

 

Early breakdown is not permitted except in an emergency or with organizer approval.

 

7. Booth Spaces and Displays

 

Vendors must remain within their assigned space. Displays, signs, merchandise and equipment may not obstruct walkways, exits, fire equipment, neighboring vendors or artwork.

 

Vendors are responsible for bringing their own tables, chairs, linens, displays, lighting and other equipment unless otherwise stated.

 

Indoor canopies, open flames, candles, smoke, fog machines, confetti, glitter and equipment attached to walls or ceilings are prohibited unless approved in writing by both the venue and organizer.

 

The organizer may require the removal or adjustment of any display considered unsafe, disruptive, inappropriate or inconsistent with venue requirements.

 

8. Electricity

 

Electricity is limited and is not guaranteed.

 

Vendors requiring electricity must disclose their complete electrical needs in the application and receive approval before the event. Vendors must bring safe, grounded extension cords and secure all cords as directed.

 

Generators are not permitted indoors.

 

9. Food and Sampling Requirements

 

Food and dessert vendors are solely responsible for complying with all applicable health-department rules, food-handling requirements, permits, licenses and venue policies.

 

Sampling vendors must:

 

- Provide samples in the quantity and portion size agreed upon

- Use sanitary preparation, storage and serving practices

- Maintain required food temperatures

- Bring appropriate serving supplies, gloves and sanitation materials

- Clearly identify major allergens

- Provide ingredient information upon request

- Distribute samples throughout the event rather than exhausting the entire supply immediately

- Keep their serving area clean and free of food waste

 

Approval by Tayler’d Experiences does not replace any permit or authorization required by a government agency or the venue.

 

10. Alcohol

 

Vendors may not sell, serve, sample or distribute alcoholic beverages unless separately authorized by the venue, organizer and appropriate licensing authority.

 

All event alcohol service will be handled by an approved and properly licensed provider. Vendor participation does not include complimentary alcoholic beverages.

 

11. Business Licenses, Taxes and Insurance

 

Vendors are responsible for maintaining all licenses, permits, registrations and insurance required for their business and products.

 

Each vendor is responsible for collecting and reporting applicable sales tax and for complying with Washington State and City of Seattle requirements.

 

Vendors must provide proof of insurance if requested by the organizer or venue. Product, food, beauty, wellness and service-based vendors are responsible for carrying coverage appropriate to their activities.

 

12. Products and Services

 

Vendors may display or sell only the products and services approved through their application.

 

Counterfeit, illegal, recalled, unsafe or unauthorized products are prohibited. The organizer may require removal of any product, service, signage or promotional material that does not align with the event, venue policies or applicable law.

 

Beauty, wellness and service providers must use sanitary equipment and maintain all professional licenses required for the services offered.

 

13. Staffing and Conduct

 

Booths must remain staffed throughout event hours.

 

Vendors and their representatives must behave professionally and respectfully toward guests, venue staff, performers, other vendors and event personnel.

 

Harassment, discrimination, threatening behavior, intoxication, unsafe conduct or repeated failure to follow instructions may result in immediate removal without refund.

 

14. Security and Personal Property

 

Vendors are responsible for securing their own cash, merchandise, equipment and personal belongings.

 

Tayler’d Experiences, ArtLoveSalon and associated parties are not responsible for theft, loss or damage to vendor property.

 

15. Venue Damage

 

Vendors are financially responsible for damage caused by their products, equipment, displays, employees or activities.

 

Nothing may be taped, nailed, stapled, screwed or otherwise attached to the venue without prior approval.

 

16. Marketing and Promotion

 

Accepted vendors grant Tayler’d Experiences permission to use submitted business names, logos, product photographs and approved promotional materials to market the event.

 

Vendors are encouraged to share official event graphics and ticket information with their audiences. Participation does not guarantee a specific amount of advertising, attendance, sales or customer engagement.

 

17. Photography and Recording

 

Photography and video recording may occur throughout Chocolate After Dark.

 

By participating, vendors authorize Tayler’d Experiences and approved event partners to photograph or record their booth, products and representatives and to use that material for event promotion, recaps and future marketing without additional compensation.

 

Vendors must notify the organizer in writing before the event if there is a specific concern regarding photography.

 

18. Attendance and Sales

 

Attendance projections are estimates only. Tayler’d Experiences does not guarantee attendance, revenue, sales, profitability, category exclusivity or any specific business outcome.

 

Vendors are responsible for their own pricing, transactions, payment processing, refunds and customer service.

 

19. Event Changes

 

The organizer may make reasonable changes to event hours, layout, vendor placement, programming, setup procedures or operational requirements when necessary for safety, venue compliance or event production.

 

Updated information will be communicated to vendors as promptly as reasonably possible.

 

20. Indemnification and Assumption of Risk

 

To the fullest extent permitted by law, vendors assume responsibility for their participation, products, services, employees, equipment and activities.

 

Vendors agree to indemnify and hold harmless Tayler’d Experiences, ArtLoveSalon, the venue owner, event partners and their respective representatives from claims, damages, losses, injuries or expenses arising from the vendor’s negligence, misconduct, products, services, booth operations or failure to comply with applicable requirements.

 

Agreement

 

By submitting an application, the applicant confirms that the information provided is accurate, that they are authorized to enter into this agreement on behalf of the participating business and that they have read and agree to these terms and conditions.

 

Questions may be directed to:

 

Tayler’d Experiences

taylerdexperiences@gmail.com