Hometown Holidays 2026

Hometown Holidays
Date: December 4th, 2026
Location: City Hall, 1200 E Broad Street
Time: 5:00pm – 9:00pm

About the Festival:
The holidays don't begin until they’re kicked off with a bang with Hometown Holidays. We’re looking for diverse and dynamic food vendors to join us! This year, we anticipate a vibrant crowd of 13,000 attendees who are eager to enjoy delicious food and beverages.

We’re Looking For:

• Diverse Cuisine: From international flavors to local favorites.

• Special Diets: Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and other dietary options.

• Unique Offerings: Food trucks, pop-up stalls, and creative menu items.

Application Details:
To apply, please submit the following by November 4, 2026

Application Process:
Complete the application form and send it along with the required documents. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so apply early to secure your spot!

Artists that would like to display and sell their work at Hometown Holidays should apply by October 31, 2025. Artist vendor booths are reserved for fine artists and artisans displaying and selling their original work.  Submission of an application does not guarantee a spot at the event. All applicants will be notified of their application status no later than Friday, October 3rd, 2025.
Accepted artistic mediums include:
2-D & 3-D Mixed Media
Ceramics/Pottery
Artisan-made Culinary/Personal-care Goods: handcrafted spices, vinegar, soaps, lotions, etc.
Digital Art
Drawing/Pastels
Fiber (not wearable)
Glass
Graphics/Printmaking
Jewelry
Metalwork
Onsite Art/Personalized Creations: calligraphy, face painting, body art, airbrushed T-shirts, etc.
Painting: oil, acrylic, watercolor, etc.
Photography
Sculpture
Toys and Games
Wearable art: leather, hats, purses, handmade clothing, etc.
Wood

Terms & Conditions

1. Submission of an application does not guarantee a spot at the event.
2. No refunds. If the event is canceled, staff will contact confirmed vendors who have paid their booth fees to reschedule for an upcoming event. Music Alley is a rain-or-shine event.
3. Vendors must be present throughout the festival hours. Tear-down is not permitted before 10p.m.
4. Participants are responsible for their booth and equipment setup and teardown. The spaces provided cannot be moved, relocated, sublet, or resold. Participants must conduct business only in the space provided and not throughout the event area.
5. Personal vehicles are not permitted in booth areas during event hours or extended periods during event setup/takedown. Please limit loading/unloading time as much as possible - ideally no more than 30 minutes.
6. Tents/booths/equipment should be secured using weights, water barrels, buckets, or sandbags as necessary. No stakes.
7. Unless indicated and paid for as part of your booth fee, all vendors must provide any required equipment for themselves: tents, tables, chairs, display hardware, artwork, payment processing equipment, extension cords, etc.
8. Event participants will agree to the capture of videos and photographs at the event for promotional purposes. Any photos taken at the event on behalf of the City are the property of the City of Mansfield.
9. Electric access for small devices is available for a fee. No space heaters/cooler.
10. It is the responsibility of the person signing the vendor agreement to be onsite for the duration of the event and to comply with and enforce all City of Mansfield policies, rules and regulations pertaining to the vendor agreement; especially those outlined in the event rules and regulations.  Vendors shall comply with all laws - federal, state, and local - including all ordinances of the City of Mansfield, and all the rules and regulations, of the Community Engagement, Parks and Recreation, Police, and Fire Departments. The vendor agrees to leave the premises in as good or better condition than that which existed prior to usage.   It is understood the City of Mansfield merely arranged for the sale of merchandise, the undersigned vendor does hereby release the City of Mansfield from any claim, action, demand, or liability arising out of any conduct of any nature of the City of Mansfield or it's employees or volunteers. The vendor shall be solely responsible for properly and adequately insuring their work and property. The vendor shall hold harmless the City of Mansfield, its staff, volunteers, officers, and agents from any and all claims arising from lost, stolen, or damaged vendor merchandise or property. The undersigned vendor understands that no refunds will be made.  Event staff reserve the right to decline any application/vendor deemed unsuitable for the event.

Filling out only this form will not give you a booth at the Hometown Holidays event.

Hometown Holidays is excited to showcase local talent on our Main Stage! We are seeking performers who can bring a festive touch to our event with holiday-themed acts.

What We’re Looking For:

• Singers

• Musicians

• Dancers

• Holiday Entertainment (such as comedians, poets, or other performers with a seasonal twist)

What We Provide:

• Sound Equipment

• Sound Technician

How to Apply:
Fill out the application form to express your interest. We will review applications and notify you no later than Friday, November 20, 2026.

Performance Details:

• Time Slots: Between 5:00 PM and 8:30 PM

• Schedule: Times will be assigned by event staff.

Don’t miss the chance to be part of this festive celebration. Apply now and share your holiday spirit with the community!