2025 Dogwood Fall Festival

Thank you for your interest in being a vendor at the 2025 Dogwood Fall Festival! The Dogwood Fall Festival will take place October 18-19, 2025. This is the application for FOOD VENDORS. If you are not an FOOD VENDOR, please return to the event application page to complete the correct vendor application. Failure to complete the correct vendor application may result in an denial.   FOOD VENDORS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR CONTACTING THE CUMBERLAND COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH TO COMPLETE AN EVENT APPLICATION.  

 

FESTIVAL HOURS

Saturday 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Sunday 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Booth fees will not be charged until approval into the festival. The same payment type will be used at the time booth fees are charged. Invalid payment methods may risk loss of space. Vendor supplies their own tent, table, and chairs. Overnight security WILL be provided. APPLICATIONS ARE DUE BY SEPTEMBER 5, AT 11:59 PM -- APPLICATIONS PAST THIS DATE/TIME WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
 
APPLICATION DECISIONS WILL BE ANNOUNCED BY OCTOBER 1ST.
 
Please note the following information: 

- Vendors will be notified via Eventeny/email of the decision.

- Staff cannot disclose the decision of your application. All decisions are made by the Vendor Committee.

- Additional information will not be supplied prior to the receipt of an approval email. 

- Upon approval, accepted vendors will be charged per the same payment type as paid during the application fee process. Expect a payment to process at the moment approval comes through. 

 

IMPORTANT NOTES FOR FOOD VENDORS: 

- Food Vendor spaces are designated for those who will be preparing food on-site and selling to patrons/festival-goers. 

- Food Vendors should be prepared to serve a high volume of people. 

- Soft drinks and other non-alcoholic beverages may be sold by food vendors.

 

- Food Vendors must abide by NC Health guidelines and will be inspected prior to opening. For more information contact the Cumberland County Health Department at 910-433-3660.

 

- Food Vendors are subject to Fire Marshall regulations.

- Be free of grease splashes, spills, and/or any grease containers. Grease disposal and clean-up is the responsibility of the Food Vendor - subject to fee if this occurs.

- Be free of trash or any other items on the ground. Trash must be disposed of properly in the appropriate trash can subject to fee if additional clean up is needed. 

Festival Hours: Schedule

• Saturday, October 18: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM

• Sunday, October 19: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
  Note: Live music continues into the evening on Saturday. Vendors are welcome to stay open later, but it's optional.

Fees: Payment

Booth fees will not be charged until after your application has been reviewed and approved. The same payment method used at the time of application will be charged upon approval. If your payment is invalid at that time, your space may be forfeited.

 

Vendor Setup: Supplies
Vendors are responsible for providing:

• Tent

• Tables and chairs

• Power source (see below)

Power: Generator
No power will be provided. If you require electricity, you must bring a quiet, compact generator that fits under your table or within your booth space.

 

Security: Overnight
Overnight security will be provided for vendor areas.

 

Connectivity: Payment
Wi-Fi will not be provided. If you plan to accept payments other than cash (such as card readers), please ensure you have your own hotspot or data-enabled device.

 

Insurance: Required
All approved vendors must provide proof of insurance for the event. Instructions will be sent upon approval.

 

Deadlines: Apply

• Application Deadline: September 5, 2025 at 11:59 PM

• Notification of Acceptance: October 1, 2025 (via email only)

Please note:

• All decisions are made by the Vendor Committee and are final.

• We cannot provide status updates or feedback prior to approval notifications.

• Be prepared for your payment to be processed immediately upon approval.

We’re looking forward to an amazing festival weekend and hope to see your handmade work on display!

Join us for a Fayetteville Dogwood Festival tradition - the annual Car, Motorcycle, and Truck Show! Well... Now it's Semi-Annual! This community told us they love their car shows so we're expanding to the Fall too! We welcome all vehicles including, but not limited to, cars, motorcycles, and trucks. This premier event includes the opportunity to win a variety of awards, music, fun, and of course, bragging rights if you win! We invite you to come out and show off your ride in Fayetteville's largest and favored festival!

This year the car show will be on SATURDAY, October 18th, 2025! 

 

Pre-Registration will  close October 17, 2025. After that, we'll see you at the Market House! Walk-ups are welcome, but space is limited so don't wait to register.

Pre-Registration: $25 for Cars and Trucks / $25 for Motorcycles
Day-Of Registration: $30 for Cars and Trucks / $30 for Motorcycles
CLUB DISCOUNTS AREA AVAILABLE FOR 4 OR MORE.

More info: https://www.thedogwoodfestival.com/carmotorcycletruckshow

 

Presenting Fall Sponsor -- $5000 (Exclusive Title Sponsor) * Listed as "Dogwood Fall Festival Presented by [Your Business]" on all marketing. * Prime 10 x 10 vendor space in the heart of the event * Logo on banner at main stage and key entry points * Featured in ALL event advertising (print, radio, web, and social media) * Dedicated sponsor highlight post on Facebook (30K+ followers) *Recognition during stage announcements *Logo on website for 12 months including before, during, and after the event. *Option to provide branded giveaways at event info booth

Gold Fall Sponsor -- $2,500 * 10 x 10 vendor spaced in a high-traffic area * Logo on event signage and social media promotion * 1 shared sponsor appreciation post on Facebook * Recognition during stage announcement *Logo listed on website for 6 months including before, during, and after the event

Silver Fall Sponsor - $1,000 * 10 x 10 vendor space * Name or logo included on website and sponsor banner *Included in general sponsor shoutout on Facebook

Volunteer with us at the 2025 Dogwood Fall Festival! Our organization is successful because of the hard work, dedication, and the love of our event by our volunteers. Our volunteers contribute their help through all types of activities from setting up at the festival to specialized services! Becoming a volunteer is a great and FUN opportunity to give back to the community and support the festival. Please complete this application if you are interested in joining us! We have a variety of tasks that will fit your interest, skills, and availability! Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age. To serve alcohol, volunteers must be at least 21 years of age. If you are a high school student or student group, please reach out to director@thedogwoodfestival.com. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to us via email at info@thedogwoodfestival.com.

Hosting an event in October or the same weekend as the Dogwood Fall Festival? Let's lift each other up! 

 

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