Carlisle Antique Fest

Submitting a vendor application is FREE. Once you're approved to be a vendor, you receive access to select your vendor space on the fairgrounds map. After choosing a vendor space, you may proceed to the payment process. 

Vendor spaces range in price from $120 - $400 depending on where you choose to set up. We offer field space (approx 10x30'), pavillion (approx 10x12'), and building space (approx 10x15'). 

Per the Carlisle Fairgrounds, electricity is limited but available near designated locations on the map with gray triangles. (You will have access to the map when/if you're approved to be a vendor.)

Carlisle Antique Fest is an outdoor vintage, antique, handmade, and unique market held at the Carlisle Fairgrounds in Carlisle, PA. The event runs rain or shine. Spaces are available on a first-come, first-serve basis and must be reserved in advance.

Accepted Categories

We welcome vendors selling:

• Antiques – furniture, décor, jewelry, tools, and collectibles typically 50+ years old
• Vintage – fashion, accessories, décor, and items from the mid-century to early 2000s
• Handmade – original crafts, art, jewelry, candles, pottery, and textiles
• Unique Finds – upcycled, repurposed, or one-of-a-kind items that fit the event’s spirit
  (Vendors focused on mass-produced or new retail merchandise will not be approved.)

WE DO NOT ACCEPT - mass-produced or bulk-offered new merchandise, nor vendors offering service-based sales or consulting. *FOOD VENDORS require approval through Carlisle Fairgrounds. They contract and approve food vendors for events. 

Event Protocol

• Vendors must remain set up during all posted event hours.
• Booths must be clean, professional, and safe for visitors.
• Tents must be weighted and secured at all times. 
• Carlisle Events reserves the rights for food and drink sales*

If you need to rent tables, chairs, or a tent--you can contact High Peak Rentals (717) 258-8006. You can also rent tables and chairs from Carlisle Fairgrounds by completing this application:https://www.eventeny.com/events/vendor/?id=46086. (Also available directly on our event page.)

Parking & Setup - Vendors may either park in the parking lot or on their outdoor booth space.

Setup: THURSDAY, 8 AM–7 PM
Early Shopping: Friday, 8 AM–5 PM
General Admission: Saturday 8 AM–5 PM | Sunday 8 AM–4 PM
Breakdown: Sunday after 4 PM (NO EARLY BREAKDOWNS)

Camping

Camping is permitted on site for vendors, but electric is limited at designated spaces*. 

This application for TABLE AND CHAIR RENTALS is for APPROVED VENDORS only. The fairgrounds has table and chairs available for rent. Please note that the tables have a wooden top and are used and worn--it's suggested that you bring a table covering for aestethics, but completely up to you. 

Table Measurements: 30" by 8'

Rentals (including tents) are also available through High Peak Rentals, but you will need to call them to place an order. Their phone number is (717) 258-8006.