• Frederica Tidal Market 2026 Vendor Application

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  • CALLING ALL VENDORS! JOIN OUR FARMERS MARKET


    We are now accepting vendors for our weekly Tidal Market running every Sunday from May until October!

    This is a great opportunity to showcase your products, grow your customer base, and be part of a vibrant, community-centered market.

    📅 Market Details
    🗓 Every Sunday
    📆 May 31-October 3
    ⏰ 9am- 1pm
    📍 1313 Frederica Rd, Frederica, DE, 19946


    Vendors We’re Looking for Include:

    Food Trucks

    Local Farmers & Produce Growers

    Meat & Poultry Providers

    Honey Makers & Beekeepers

    Bakeries & Dessert Vendors

    Eggs & Dairy Producers

    Herbs, Plants & Flowers

    Specialty Food Makers (jams, sauces, spices, etc.)

    Coffee, Tea & Beverage Vendors

    Artisan & Handmade Goods

    Local Services: Real Estate Agents, bike repair, plant/garden consultation

    Community Groups: non-profits, local government agencies (health dept., library, etc)

    Entertainment: Live musicians, kids’ activities. Balloon artist, face painters

    Pet Focus: Local pet supply vendors, animal rescue

    Wellness: Massage Therapist (chair massage), Local Therapist (info only)


    ✨ Why Join Our Market?
    ✔ Weekly foot traffic & loyal customers
    ✔ Community-focused events & themed market days
    ✔ Promotion on social media & market advertising
    ✔ Supportive, organized market environment

     

  • Permits & Requirements
    What documents are required?
    Vendors must provide:

    Food Vendors Require:

    Valid business license
    Required health department permits 
    Proof of insurance 
    Any additional state or county certifications relevant to your products
    All food vendors must comply with local and state food safety regulations (proof of commercial kitchen or cottage law license).

     

    Vendor Participation Categories:
    To accommodate different business needs, the Tidal Market offers three vendor participation options:

    1. Full-Time Vendors (19 weeks @ $10 = $190)
    Full-Time Vendors participate every Sunday throughout the market season.

    Priority placement within the market
    First consideration for special events and promotions
    Ideal for farmers and vendors with consistent inventory

    2. Part-Time Vendors 
    Part-Time Vendors participate every other Sunday during the market season.

    Part-Time Vendors:

    Vendors A: will begin on May 31 and every other week after (10 weeks @ $15 = $150)

    Vendors B: will begin on June 7 and every other week after (9 weeks @ $15 = $135)

    "B" vendors will not participate in the first and last week of the season.

    Assigned dates are scheduled in advance
    Limited availability and subject to approval
    Great for vendors with seasonal or limited production

    3. Pop-Up Vendors:

    1 day a month $20 | 2 days a month $30

    Pop-Up Vendors participate on select or random Sundays, based on availability.

    Approved on a monthly basis
    Ideal for new vendors, product testing, or seasonal items
    Space is limited and not guaranteed weekly

    ⚠️ Important Notes

    The Tidal Market will run from Sunday May 31 and every Sunday through September 27.  The final day of the market will not be on Sunday, October 4, but on Saturday, October 3 in conjunction with Frederecia Day. This will ensure we maximize the day for our vendors.

    Food truck vendors are free of charge and are considered on a pop-up level.  Complete availability dates will be available in February.

    Pop Up Vendors are scheduled on the 1st of every month for the following month, and the spaces are first come first serve. An email is sent on the 1st of every month asking for pop up vendors to attend the following month. The emails will start on for example the 1st of April to schedule for May 31st. 


    Vendor category selection is not guaranteed and depends on availability and market needs.

     The market reserves the right to adjust vendor placement or participation to maintain product balance and variety.

    Vendors wishing to change categories must submit a request to the market coordinator for approval.

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  • APPLICATION PROCESS: Your application will be submitted to the Committee for review and potential approval. Please do not submit any vendor fee payments until the vendor coordinator has contacted you to notify you of official approval and provided you with payment instructions.

     

    If you have any further questions, please feel free to reach out to our vendor coordinators Lyndsey or Beatrice @ tidalmarket@townoffrederica.com

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