ArtWalk Vendor Application
ArtWalk Vendors must accept these terms and conditions as well as abide by the application, selection, setup and tear down processes to be eligible for a vendor slot. Applications open the Monday following ArtWalk ad will close October 24th.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
- Acceptance of this application permits you to vend within the ArtWalk event footprint without further application to the City for a vending permit/background check. Setting up outside the ArtWalk event footprint will require an application to Development Services Department for a City permit/background check/insurance requirement. [361-826-3240]
- An email address is required to submit an application and to be considered.
- No individual distributor applications will be accepted.
- Vendors are to provide their own tents, tables, chairs, and battery lighting if desired.
- For the safety and comfort of all vendors, generators are NOT permitted in certain vendor locations. However, if you plan on using/bringing a generator please include that in your application so it can be taken into consideration.
- Food sold from tents must be packaged.
- Vendors must have two social media presences via Facebook, Instagram, an eCommerce platform, or a website.
- Photos of merchandise are optional to submit an application.
- Vendors are required to submit a sales tax identification number.
APPLICATION PROCESS :
- Applications open the Monday following ArtWalk..
- An application does not guarantee a booth at ArtWalk.
- DMD will evaluate applications and curate based on originality, creativity, and locally sourced products.
- If selected, you will be contacted after the application closes to submit payment and confirm participation.
- Vendors will be required to pay a $75 fee, which will cover permits.
- If payment is not received within 5 days of notification, the vendor will surrender that spot and it will be offered to a vendor on the waitlist.
- One week prior to the ArtWalk event, the vendor will be notified of their booth location and will receive marketing collateral to utilize on social media.
- By filling out an ArtWalk application, you are agreeing to the terms as a vendor or information booth.
- The application process will restart each month.
SELECTION PROCESS:
- Artists/Crafters with unique, high-quality, original merchandise receive priority. Only a limited number of quality resellers may be considered on a space-available basis.
- If selected, you will be contacted after the application closes to submit payment and confirm participation.
- Vendors will be required to pay a $75 fee to participate.
- If payment is not received within 5 days of notification, the vendor will surrender that spot and it will be offered to a vendor on the waitlist.
- One week prior to the ArtWalk event, the vendor will be notified of their booth location and will receive marketing collateral to utilize on social media
SETUP:
- Booth assignments are made at the discretion of DMD.
- Booths are 10′ x 10′ and will accommodate a standard size canopy. Some surfaces may be slightly irregular.
- Vendors are to provide their own tents, tables, chairs, and battery lighting if desired.
- For the safety and comfort of all vendors, generators are NOT permitted in certain vendor locations. However, if you plan on using/bringing a generator please include that in your application so it can be taken into consideration.
- Food sold from tents must be packaged.
- Vendors should unload vehicles and immediately move them to parking areas before continuing setup.
- The event is held outdoors and no refunds or future credits will be given due to weather.
- Booths cannot be sublet to other vendors.
- CCDMD cannot be held responsible for damage or loss to merchandise, equipment, or vehicles.
- The vendor is responsible for booth space cleanup. Booth space must be left clean and free of boxes, packing materials, etc. A $25 cleaning fee will be assessed for booth spaces requiring staff cleanup and/or trash removal.
- Late arrival for set-up may lead to the vendor being removed from the event.
Tear-Down:
- Event hours are 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
- The event permit ends at 9:00 p.m. therefore all sales end at 9:00 p.m.
- Booths must be packed up and cleared of trash by 9:30 pm.
- CCDMD reserves the right to charge a security deposit of $25 per booth space on future applications in the event of non-compliance.