Bottoms up & Bacon down! Join us this year as we expand the tastings and explore the best bourbons & bacon delights from around the world. The Village Council of Wellington and Buffalo Trace welcome you back for the 7th annual Wellington Bacon & Bourbon Fest. Held on the grounds surrounding the new Village of Wellington Community Center and amphitheater, the free event is scheduled for April 24th & 25th, 2021 an offers you the opportunity to taste from a selection of more than 60+ bourbons and celebrates the most loved food in the universe – BACON!
In 2018 The Cooking Channel featured us on their hit show, “Carnival Eats”! Host Noah Cappe enjoyed Chef Winston’s great Garlic Mojo Corn Cakes in addition to a vast array of bacon infused goodies!
The two-day event features great live music, artist & crafters, an eclectic menu of bacon infused culinary delights and a collection of over 60 bourbons and whiskeys for your tasting pleasure.
Our menu of bacon and pork related dishes will include the sublime Forever Roasted Bourbon BBQ Pork & Bacon Sandwich to the insane Bacon Bar featuring chocolate covered and caramel nut dipped bacon and bacon desserts. Menu items developed by local chefs explore the boundaries of New American Cuisine and the Farm to Table movement to good old-fashioned comfort foods, just like Mom used to make!
At the heart of all of our festivals is our commitment to create fun-filled food lover community events featuring unique food and beverages. We strive to ensure that our sponsors are richly rewarded for their investment in our events and our community. The event’s strong commitment to the community is that they are designed as a fund-raising opportunity for non-profit organizations that staff the event.
We’ve cleared it with your doctor, your cardiologist and your mother; indulge in the sweet smell of bacon & guzzle down the smooth taste of bourbon at the Wellington Beach Bacon & Bourbon Festival.
Event Times: Saturday, April 24th, 2021 (11:00 am-9:00 pm); Sunday, April 25th, 2021 (11:00 am-6:00 pm)
Admission: Free
Parking: FREE
DIRECTIONS & PARKING:
Venue: Wellington Town Center Promenade
Street Address: 12150 Forest Hill Blvd, Wellington, FL 33414
Phone: 561-279-0907
Email: nancy@festivalmanagementgroup.com
BOOTH FEES:
Please note: “applying” for the show does not mean that you are automatically in the show. Your application must first be reviewed and approved online by our committee. You will receive notification of acceptance.
Due to the pandemic, our not-for-profit has experienced first-hand the difficulties everyone is experiencing. Our non-for-profit organization faces limited funding and resources that are required to produce these award-winning events, with more than 70% of event operating budgets generated from corporate sponsors and exhibitors. The majority of all work is completed leading up to the event, and our goal is to remove the risk and provide flexibility so that our participants are comfortable in planning and scheduling future upcoming events.
We ask for a payment plan as follows:
-Non-refundable application fee upon completion of online application.
-Balance of booth fee in full date determined.
REGULAR EXHIBITOR BOOTH FEES:
** 7% Florida Sales Tax will be added to booth fees at check-out**
$35 Application Fee (non-refundable)
Artist / Crafter Exhibitor (10x10) $325 + $22.75 sales tax = $347.75
Edibles Exhibitors (10x10) $325 + $22.75 sales tax = $347.75
Buy/Sell Exhibitor (10x10) $325 + 22.75 sales tax = $347.75
Business Exhibitor (10x10) $650 + $45.50 sales tax = $695.50
Jewelry Exhibitor (10x10) $325.00 + $22.75 sales tax = $347.75
Food 10x10 ($1,000 + $70.00 sales tax = $1,070.00
Food Cart (Fits within 6x6 space) $500 + $35.00 sales tax = $535.00
10x10 Rental Pkg (Tent, Table, 2 Chairs & Sides) $280 + $19.60 sales tax = $299.60
Booth Spaces are 10’ X 10’ and work must be contained within the assigned space. You may not infringe on another space physically or audibly. For double booth (10x20), you must select two booths.
An artist requesting a corner must either have the corner wall open or use the outside wall to display art.
Special booth space and special needs requests will be accepted but are not guaranteed. We will make every effort to meet all special requests on a first come, first served basis. Additional charges may apply. Please include all booth requests on the registration form.
During the festival, all exhibits will be visited by a festival representative to ensure that they are in compliance with our festival policies. It is the exclusive right and responsibility of the Festival Staff to call for the removal of work that is not in compliance with the festival policies and requirements. Non-compliance may result in expulsion from the festival or refusal of future festival participation.
All tents are required to withstand winds and rain and be properly weighted. Properly weighting requires AT LEAST 40 pounds per leg (more in windy weather). Tents must be connected to weights with rope or straps, not bungee cords. Weights may not include cinderblocks or water jugs as they do not meet the 40 pound requirement.
Balances Due:
Anyone with an outstanding balance, will not be permitted to exhibit at show. If determined that you have a balance due, you must pay cash upon check-in.
EXHIBITOR PARKING – PLEASE NOTE: Exhibitor Parking is provided behind the Village of Wellington Swimming Pool.
Booth Tear Down:
Packing up of booth supplies may begin at 6:00 pm on Sunday. Vehicles are NOT permitted onsite. You must use dollies. Bacon & Bourbon Fest staff will advise you when you can move your vehicle closer, and after everything is ready for loading. We suggest that you bring dollies and hand trucks to remove your booth valuables if you find it necessary to remove any items on Saturday (at close of event).
Items to Bring:
Handy items you may want to bring to setup your booth include - staple gun, cable ties, duct tape, pens, Extension Cords 50-100 electric cords, lights and scissors. If you have large, heavy items to move a dolly would be handy to also bring along with you.
Electricity:
Unless other requests and arrangements were made in your agreement, each space will have access to a single 110 outlet, located approx. 25’ from your booth. Exhibitors must provide their own 50’ outdoor approved extension cord for individual needs.
Security
You are responsible for all valuables, items and prizes at your booth. Bacon & Bourbon Fest employs private security, however, we cannot be responsible for lost, damaged or stolen items from your booth.
Equipment
Unless you have ordered (and paid for) a rental package, you are responsible to provide your own tent, table and chairs.
Staffing
Please make sure the people staffing your booth are familiar with Bacon & Bourbon Fest Booth Policies & Guidelines.
Coordinate staff access to the site in advance to avoid confusion. Every person staffing your booth, whether employees or subcontractors will need to check-in at the Vendor Check-In booth.
No Show Policy
Artists who have not checked in and/or notified event with a message via festival office phone (561-279-0907), or email (info@festivalmanagementgroup.com) by 7:00 am on the day of event, will be considered a NO SHOW and the assigned space will be forfeited.
*Dates and details subject to change*
SETUP DATE & TIME: NO vehicles permitted onsite at all, must cart in all products.
Friday, April 23rd from 7:00 am – 7 pm (Booth # and location provided upon check-in.)
You can access event grounds by 10:00 am on Fri., April 23rd. NO vehicles permitted onsite at all. All product must be carted in. Saturday Setup 7:00am must be completed by 9:00 am on Sat., April 24th and ready to open at 11 am.
Please bring any extension cords, lights, décor, table cloths or other items you might need.
BOOTH HOURS:
Saturday, April 24th (11:00 am – 9:00 pm)
Sunday, April 25th (11:00 am – 6:00 pm)
During Check-In it is nearly IMPOSSIBLE to answer all phone calls. If you need immediate assistance, please see staff at Vendor Check-In booth.
If you have any questions leading up to the event, please feel free to contact us at 561-409-5966 and ask for Cheryl. We look forward to another great show with you!