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vendor info
Thank you for your interest in becoming a vendor at our American Vintage Markets. We hope the information below will answer any questions you may have. If not, please don't hesitate to let us know. We will do our best to accommodate any special requests.
The American Vintage Markets are open to all vintage related vendors; anything and everything vintage.
FLORIDA LOCATIONS
American Vintage Markets: Tallahassee
All for Vintage
Indoors at North Florida Fairgrounds
August 28 + 29, 2021
American Vintage Markets: Sarasota
Falling for Vintage
Indoors at Sarasota Fairgrounds
Robarts Arena
October 16 + 17, 2021
MARKET HOURS
Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday: 10 am - 4 pm
Set up: Friday noon - 7 pm
Breakdown: Sunday 4 pm - 8 pm
APPLICATION DEADLINE
4 weeks prior to the Market start date.
SPACE FEES
Indoors:
10 x 10 single: $225.00
20 x 10 double: $400.00 (multi-space discount $25.00 per space)
30 x 10 triple: $600.00 (multi-space discount $25.00 per space)
10 x 10 with two sides open (front and 1 side): $250.00 (limited)
20 x 10 double with two sides open (front and 1 side): $425.00 (limited)
30 x 10 triple with two sides open (front and 1 side): $625.00 (limited)
20 x 10 end cap: $475.00 (very limited)
Indoor electric:
Tallahassee: 110 (no charge)
Sarasota: TBD
APPLICATION
Please fill out the online application and upload three photos of your product and one of your display set-up as it would be at the event. Your application will then be reviewed to see if your products will be a good fit. There are a limited number of vendors in each category so be sure to get your application in early. An invitation to become a vendor will be emailed once your application is accepted. Vendor space will not be confirmed until the space fee is paid in full.
SPACE SHARING
Sorry, space sharing is not available at this time.
REVIEW PROCESS
All applications will be reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis. We are looking for uniqueness, quality, and variety. We insist on quality and professionalism because we consider you a partner in our success. If you are selected, we have the right to disallow individual items. You will be notified of status within 30 days of receipt. A waitlist is kept by category.
CATEGORIES
Vintage home decor, antiques/collectibles, salvage/re-purposed, vintage clothing/accessories, garden/yard decor, furniture, handmade/handcrafted/artwork, prepared foods.
SET-UP
Friday: noon - 7 pm
Saturday: 7 am - 9 am
Please check-in at the registration table for your space assignment prior to unloading. Early or late arrival is not permitted.
BREAKDOWN
Sunday: 4 pm - 8 pm
All exhibits must be removed by 8 pm. Early breakdown is not permitted and may result in non-acceptance in future events.
CLEAN UP
Vendors are responsible for their own cleanup. Your area must be left clean and free of trash prior to leaving the premises. Cleaning includes thorough removal of any and all spills and any and all trash. Your space should look like it did before you set up your booth.
CORRESPONDENCE
In the interest of "going green", all correspondence will be sent via email. Please include a valid email address on your application.
DISPLAY
Displays are to be professional, neat, attractive, and have a "vintage look". Tables must be covered to the floor.
ELECTRICITY
Electric is available, the fee will be $50.00 - 90.00 for indoor spaces depending on the venue.
INSURANCE
It is highly recommended but not required for all vendors to carry business liability insurance. Concession vendors and food trucks are required to carry a valid general liability policy in the amount of $1,000,000 (one million dollars). A certificate of insurance must be provided within 30 days of acceptance listing American Vintage Markets as additional insured.
PARKING
Free onsite parking is available in the vendor parking lot.
CAMPING:
Overnight camping is available as follows:
Tallahassee: $30.00 per night
Sarasota: $30.00 per night 30 amp & water, 35.00 per night 50 amp & water. Dump station only. Reservation Deadline Oct 10. Please print this form and return to the fairgrounds.
RULES & GUIDELINES
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Only approved items may be sold at the event. You will be asked to remove any items in your booth NOT approved during the application process. If you sell items that have not been approved, you will be warned one (1) time only. The second time you will be asked to stop all sales and close your booth, with a forfeit of your space fee.
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Prices of all items for sale must be displayed.
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Exhibitors may not sublet booth space.
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Cancellations must be in writing and submitted to our office 30 days prior to the event. No credits or refunds within 30 days of the event. A $50.00 cancellation fee will be deducted from any refund/credit issued.
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Vendors are responsible for collecting and remitting state sales tax.
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$35.00 fee for all returned checks.
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Vendors/displays must not extend beyond allotted 10 x 10 space.
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Submitted images may be used for publicity purposes. Receipt of images grants permission.
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Vendors are responsible for keeping their area clean and free of trash during and at the end of the event.
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Nothing shall be nailed, stapled, or otherwise fixed to the walls, floors, or any part of the exhibition halls.
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Vendor’s booth shall not interfere with adjacent exhibits in any way.
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Vendor booth must be open and staffed during all hours of the event.
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Security will be provided, however, American Vintage Markets, shall not be liable or responsible for any items lost, stolen, or damaged.
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American Vintage Markets reserves the right to make final interpretation of all rules.
CONTACT US
If you have further questions please don't hesitate to contact us.
Lynn Wettach, Event Director
American Vintage Markets
PO Box 862 | Saint Augustine FL 32085
(904) 794-0084