Become a Vendor
We make the application process as smooth as your favorite glaze. We are looking for:
Artists & Crafters: Original works.
Small businesses: Products and services sold by local and regional businesses.
Food & Drink: Food Trucks, Local breweries, wineries, and small-batch gourmet treats.
Ready to Join? Click below to start you application.
Pro Tip: Make sure your high-res product photos are ready—our curators love to see your work in its best light!
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Completed Application Form: Submitted via our online portal by the seasonal deadline including:
Application Fee: $10 non-Refundable application fee
High-Resolution Photos: 3–5 photos of your products and 1 photo of your typical booth setup (used for curation and marketing).
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Booth Backdrop: A backdrop is required for all indoor vendors.
Professional Tent: A 10' x 10' commercial-grade pop-up tent required for outdoor vendors.
Outdoor Tent Weights: Outdoor tents require weights, a minimum of 40 lbs. per leg (safety requirement for wind; no stakes allowed).
Table Linens: Floor-length tablecloths that hide under-table storage.
Booth Branding: Hand-made or high-quality displays that align with the "Artisan" theme—no "garage sale" style setups.
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Load in for indoor vendors is the day before the event.
Load in for Outdoor vendors is the day of the event.
Vendor parking is immediately adjacent to the exhibition hall, within walking distance.
Point of Sale (POS): Ability to process credit cards (WiFi can be spotty, so a cellular backup or offline mode is recommended).
Electricity: If we provide you with electricity, please bring a 50ft heavy-duty (12-gauge) outdoor-rated extension cord and power strip.
Trash Management: Vendors are responsible for removing their own booth trash.
Staffing: Booths must be staffed at all times during official event hours. (We can help if you need to use the restroom.)
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No MLM or wholesale products.
Packaging: Provide bags or wrap for customer purchases. We encourage eco-friendly packaging.
Inventory: Ensure you have enough stock to last the duration of the event; booths may not pack up early even if sold out.
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The "Midwest Weather" Rule: The event is rain-or-shine. There are no refunds for rainout. Even for indoor events, we suggest bringing plastic sheeting. It’s the Midwest—a rain-shower, unexpected humidity or even a roof leak can happen!
Display: Use your vertical space. Create high-visibility, vertical booth displays to show off your small to medium sized items.
Process: Review the Vendor Prospectus, align your products and prices, and have your checkout process smooth and practiced.
Closing: Don’t be afraid to ask, “Want me to wrap that up for you?” You would be surprised how often the answer is “Yes”.