Artists & Craftsmen – Offering unique, creative, and often handmade products.
- $100 fee per 10' x 10' booth space.
- Artists and Craftsmen may reserve up to two (2) booth spaces.
- Artists and Craftsmen operating from a mobile truck or trailer that cannot fit within a standard 10' x 10' booth space may be subject to additional fees.
Application Review & Vendor Selection
The events committee will review each application based on the following criteria:
- Locality of Artist / Craftsman to the Lake Norman / Greater Charlotte area
- Quality and Uniqueness of Product or Service
- Relevance to Event-Specific Theme (if applicable)
- Interactive Element for Event Attendees
- Vendors are encouraged to incorporate interactive elements into their booths to attract attendees and enhance the overall festival experience.
Vendor spaces are limited, and popular categories tend to fill quickly. To ensure a diverse and enjoyable festival experience, we strive to maintain a balanced mix of vendors and may limit the number of exhibitors offering similar products or services.
Applications are reviewed individually, and submission does not guarantee acceptance. We encourage vendors to apply early, as certain categories may reach capacity before the application deadline.
Acceptance notifications will be issued on a rolling basis beginning October 8, 2026, through April 10, 2027.
Businesses and Organizations - includes small businesses, corporations and NPO's
- Fee per 10' x 10' booth space ranges from $250 and up based on the type of business, booth placement and level of sponsorship participation (if applicable)
- Businesses may opt to reserve up to (1) additional 10' x 10' booth space
- Businesses that operate from a mobile truck or trailer may have additional fee applied
Select businesses will have the opportunity to participate as either Event Sponsors or Activity Sponsors. This allows us to maximize value for our corporate partners while increasing the overall quality of the event for attendees. The events committee will review each application based on the following criteria:
- Locality of Business / Organization to the Lake Norman / Greater Charlotte area
- Quality of Product or Service
- Relevance to Event-specific Theme (if applicable)
- Interactive Element for Event Attendees
- By providing an interactive element to your booth, you increase the chances of attracting event attendees while enhancing the overall guest experience.
Acceptance response notifications will begin to be issued Oct 8 - April 10.
Breweries, Cideries & Wineries
Breweries, cideries, and wineries are invited to participate in the Tawba Walk Arts & Music Festival. Interested vendors should complete this application, and event organizers will follow up with additional details regarding participation.
NOTE: A Certificate of Insurance (COI), including appropriate liquor liability coverage, is required for all alcohol vendors.
Acceptance notifications will be issued on a rolling basis as decisions are made.
Food and Beverage - trucks, trailers, carts and tents Food Trucks/Trailers - Meals
- $175 per space for truck or trailer (pick-up trucks will be required to unhitch from trailers)
Food Trucks/Trailers - Beverages and Desserts
- $150 per space for truck or trailer (pick-up trucks will be required to unhitch from trailers)
- Includes dessert vendors (i.e shaved ice, ice cream, baked goods, etc.) and beverages (i.e. coffee, lemonade, smoothies, etc.)
Food Booths - food and beverage vendors that occupy only a 10' x 10' space and typically do not sell full meals
- $125 per 10' x 10' booth space
NOTE: A Certificate of Insurance (COI) is required for ALL food and beverage vendors Acceptance response notifications will begin to be issued Oct 8 - April 10.