BECOME A VENDOR
Thank you for your interest in vending at Front Porch Fest. We strive to create a vendor row that is diverse and high quality. We can’t wait to have you as a part of our event. Please take a moment and read through our vendor policies below. In addition, please review the Front Porch Fest General Information.
2024 VENDOR APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN!
Submitting this application does not guarantee a vendor spot at Front Porch Fest. The vendor coordinator will be in touch via email to confirm that your application has been accepted, and payment of the vendor fee will secure your space.
1. All vendors must fill out a Vendor Information Survey (VIS).
2. Vending Fees and Categories
The vending fee is broken down into two categories: artisan and services vendors and general merchandise vendors. Artisan and services vendors sell EXCLUSIVELY handmade items OR provide non-material services, and must pay an $90 non-refundable vending fee. General merchandise vendors may sell a mixture of handmade and other items, and must pay a $170 non-refundable vending fee. These fees will cover four-day entry to the site for two persons. Any additional workers must purchase a day/weekend pass. The only exception is children under twelve years of age.*
Again this year, we are offering daylight only vending spaces for handcrafters, artisans, and healing arts providers. There is a $60 non-refundable vending fee. Daylight vendors will not have access to electrical hook-up. These fees will cover four-day entry to the site for two persons. Any additional workers must purchase a day/weekend pass. The only exception is children under twelve years of age.
Food vendor fee is $300. This fee will provide admission for your entire crew.
*Nonprofit organizations are eligible to have this fee waived
3. Vendors are solely responsible for their set up and merchandise. Front Porch Fest security workers will be patrolling the entire site, but Front Porch Fest, One Family Productions, and/or Spirithaven Farm will not be held responsible for any loss or destruction of property.
4. Vendors must provide their own tent, tables, etc. There is no longer a separate fee for electrical access. Vendors must provide extension cords, power strips, etc. We suggest bringing lighting for night hours. Generators must be planned and approved with FPF staff prior to the event.
5. In order to prevent conflicts with other vendors, vendors must list on the VIS all items that will be sold. Front Porch Fest and/or One Family Productions reserve the right to refuse to allow sale of items not listed on the VIS.
6. Only food vendors are permitted to sell or give away food or drink products. Potable water is available at our drinking stations.
7. Vendors must remain set up for the duration of the festival, unless prior arrangements have been made with festival staff. Vendors must have set up completed by 12 PM Thursday, and may not break down until 7 PM Sunday. ARTISAN AND GENERAL MERCH VENDOR SET UP WILL BEGIN ON WEDNESDAY, AND MUST BE COMPLETED BY 12 PM THURSDAY.
8. Vehicle traffic in the main festival area is prohibited from Thursday afternoon to Sunday evening. Once your setup is UNLOADED, you will be expected to move your vehicle to long term parking.
9. All vendors must sign and adhere to the liability information issued with tickets. All vendors must have a wristband, which will be given at the front gate during check in. Identification must be worn at all times. The following are not permitted on festival property: pets, firearms/fireworks, glass, illegal substances, open display of alcohol, open fire.
10. Vendors are solely responsible for the removal of waste and recyclables from their booth. The festival will provide proper receptacles for these items. Please ask for assistance from festival staff if you have questions.
11. Front Porch Fest and/or One Family Productions reserve the right to refuse a vendor for any reason.