We would like to invite the entire International community of Fayetteville/Cumberland County to join us for the best parade of the year!!!!   The parade of nations is one our key feature events and showcases the rich cultural heritage and diversity that we have within the Cumberland County & NC Region.  
 
With over 30+ nations represented in our parade we have an opportunity to join an existing country group that is marching in the parade or start your own group to ensure that your heritage/nationality is represented in our parade.  If you have any questions or concerns please do not hesitate to reach out to us via phone 910-323-1776 or email events@theartscouncil.com

The Arts Council invites artists of all disciplines to apply for a performance spot during the 45th International Folk Festival!
 
The International Folk Festival will be taking place September 22-24th 2023 in downtown Fayetteville, North Carolina. 

Thank you for your interest in being an ARTS MARKET vendor at the 2023 International Folk Festival hosted by the Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County in Downtown Fayetteville. 

 

PLEASE NOTE:  This application only applies to Art Market Vendors, please consult the homepage for a list of all other vendor applications (Food, Parade, International etc.).

 

ART MARKET Hours:

Saturday September 23th 12pm-7pm

Sunday September 24th   12pm-7pm

 

Arts and Craft Vendors: $100

 

 

 

We would like to invite you to join us for the largest celebration of Arts, Culture and FOOD in the region and apply as a commercial Vendor in our 44th Annual International Folk Festival.
  
Thank you for your interest in being a Commercial Vendor at the 2022 International Folk Festival hosted by the Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County in Downtown Fayetteville. 
 
PLEASE NOTE:  This application only applies to Commercial Vendors, please consult the homepage https://www.eventeny.com/events/44iff-3110/ for a list of all other vendor applications (Food, Parade, International etc.).
 
Festival Hours:
Saturday September 23rd 12pm-7pm
Sunday September 24th   12pm-7pm
 
This price includes one 15x10 (Food) or 10x10 (merchandise) at our 44th Annual International Folk Festival.  The Arts Council will provide each Artist with a space number and 10x15/10x10 space INCLUDING ELECTRICITY.  The vendor will be responsible for any tent, tables, chairs, merchandise, wifi access and other equipment needed to sell your art/wares during the event.
 
Vendors will be charged the full amount of the application to include additional options (electricity, late fee, early morning set-up etc.) if/when application is approved.  The festival is a rain-or-shine festival and no refunds or exchanges will be allowed after submission.
 
 
If you have any questions or concerns please reach out to the festival information at IFF@theartscouncil.com or 910-323-1776

One of the best-known features of the International Folk Festival is the International food, art, and merchandise.  We partner with artists and vendors from our local community as well as across the state/region, and we would like to invite all of our International Community Friends to reach out for opportunities. 
 
International Cultural Vendor Hours:
Saturday September 23rd 12pm-7pm
Sunday September 24th   12pm-7pm
 
Artists in this category are affiliated with non-profits, cultural organizations and artists that support these cultural communities via sales of their food, merchandise, and art.  In order to apply as an International Group Vendor you must have approval from Arts Council staff.  For more information contact Antonio Renteria at AntonioR@theartscouncil.com or 910-323-1776.

We would like to invite you to join us for the largest celebration of Arts, Culture and FOOD in the region and apply as a community organization/non-profit in our 45th Annual International Folk Festival.

  

Thank you for your interest in being a Community Organization/Non-profit that is interested in sharing information/literature at the 2023 International Folk Festival hosted by the Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County in Downtown Fayetteville. 
 
PLEASE NOTE:  This application only applies to Community Organizations/Non-Profits that are interested in only sharing information and not selling.  If you are looking to sell items/tickets/memberships/food please consult the homepagefor a list of all other vendor applications (Commercial, Food, Parade, International etc.).
 
Festival Hours:
Saturday September 23rd 12pm-7pm
Sunday September 24th   12pm-7pm
 
This price includes one 10x10 booth at our 45th Annual International Folk Festival.  The Arts Council will provide each Artist with a space number and 10x10 space INCLUDING ELECTRICITY.  The vendor will be responsible for any tent, tables, chairs, literature, wifi access and other equipment needed to sell your art/wares during the event.
 
Vendors will be charged the full amount of the application to include additional options (electricity, late fee, early morning set-up etc.) if/when application is approved.  The festival is a rain or shine festival and no refunds or exchanges will be allowed after submission.
 
 
If you have any questions or concerns please reach out to the festival information at IFF@theartscouncil.com or 910-323-1776