OctoberFest Arts & Crafts Vendors 2025

Description

By applying as an Arts & Crafts vendor for Octoberfest, you agree to comply with the following rules and regulations:

Booth Setup:

• Vendor spaces are marked in 10x10 ft. blocks.
• Exhibitors are responsible for providing their own tables, chairs, tents, and display materials.
• Each vendor must set up in their pre-assigned space only — one exhibitor per booth.
• A vendor booth map will be included in your check-in envelope for reference.
• There are no refunds for cancellations or inclement weather.

Vendor and Booth Admission Policy:

The festival reserves the right to deny any vendor application that does not meet festival guidelines. Examples of disqualifying factors include, but are not limited to:

• Vendors whose applications misrepresent the items they intend to sell. (Note: The sale of alcoholic beverages at arts & crafts vendor booths is strictly prohibited and will be enforced.)
• Booths that promote, sell, or display political movements, social causes, or related literature and merchandise.
• We reserve the right to limit certain types of arts & crafts each year to ensure a balanced vendor mix and support the success of all participants. Festival organizers reserve the right to enforce these policies to maintain a safe, welcoming, and enjoyable environment for all attendees.

Sales Tax Requirement:

• All vendors must submit sales tax forms before leaving the event.
• You will receive a tax envelope at check-in with instructions and forms from the Mississippi Department of Revenue.
• A Chamber representative will collect sales tax forms on Saturday afternoon. Failure to submit your completed form may result in rejection from future Cleveland festivals.

Parking & Unloading Instructions:

• Vendors may unload only on Sharpe Street and Cotton Row.
• Do not park in alleyways behind downtown businesses — unauthorized vehicles will be towed at the owner’s expense.
• After unloading, volunteers will direct you to designated vendor parking, including:

• The parking lot on Chrisman Avenue near Sherwin-Williams, with convenient access through the breezeway.
• Near Planters Bank
  Both are just one block from the festival area