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Deadline: May 01, 2024 11:59 pm (GMT-05:00) Central Time (US & Canada)
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53rd Septemberfest
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Date: Aug 31, 2024 10:00 am - Sep 02, 2024 9:00 pm (CDT)
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Schaumburg, Illinois
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$385-1.4K

About the event

An outdoor festival featuring entertainment on three stages, a carnival, arts & crafts show, craft beer & wine area, Taste of Schaumburg, Taste of Schaumburg's Not-for-Profit Day, Bingo, free pony rides on Saturday, fireworks on Sunday evening, and a Labor Day parade on Monday.
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Village of Schaumburg
Village of Schaumburg
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Village of Schaumburg
Village of Schaumburg
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About the application

53rd SEPTEMBERFEST
Sponsored by the Village of Schaumburg
August 31 - September 2, 2024 (Saturday-Monday)
Saturday, August 31, 2024, 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. (arts & crafts show hours are 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.)
Sunday, September 1, 2024, 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. (arts & crafts show hours are 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.)
Monday, September 2, 2024, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. (arts & crafts show hours are 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.)
Also featuring entertainment on three stages, a carnival, craft beer & wine area, Taste of Schaumburg, Not-for-Profit Day, Bingo, free pony rides on Saturday, fireworks on Sunday evening, and a Labor Day parade on Monday on the grounds of the Robert O. Atcher Municipal Center adjacent to the Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts in Schaumburg.
 
The Village of Schaumburg and the Septemberfest Committee cordially invite you to participate in the 53rd annual Septemberfest. This Labor Day celebration promises to bring the quality of entertainment and activities that typically draw approximately 250,000 northwest suburban residents to the event annually.
 
Important Dates:
May 1, 2024 - Deadline for application. The deadline may be extended until media categories are full.  
June 3, 2024 - Notification of jurying results sent to applicants.
July 1, 2024 - Booth fee charged for successful applicants; booth space will not be reserved without payment by the deadline. There will be no refunds for cancellations. However, refunds would be made in the event of the Septemberfest arts & crafts show being cancelled.
August 16, 2024 - Set-up information sent to paid participants.
 
Arts & Crafts Show Dates & Hours:
Saturday, 8/31: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sunday, 9/1: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Monday, 9/2: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The festival closes at 10 p.m. on Saturday & Sunday and 9 p.m. on Monday.
 
Eligible crafts and fine arts are inclusive of, but not limited to the following: authored books, baskets, body art (face painting/henna), candles, ceramics/pottery, clothing, crocheted/knitting, dishware/kitchen items, doll/goose clothing, drawing/caricatures, edible packaged food/beverage item(s), fine art, floral, furniture, glass, jewelry, kids items & children's clothing, metal, ornaments, paper (stationary/cards/journals), pet items, photography, sewn items, soaps/skincare, stained glass, stone/concrete, or wood all crafted by the artist.
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Terms & Conditions

Please see attached general information.
  • By submitting an application, applicant hereby certifies that all items represented in the Septemberfest Arts & Crafts Show are individually hand-crafted items, created by the undersigned artist.
  • The undersigned further understands that no imports, kits, resale products, manufactured items, product-line reps, or fuel generators are permitted.
  • Edible packaged food and beverage items must not require any temperature monitoring and be prepared in a licensed kitchen or commissary; sampling must be made for individuals (not shared) and approved by the arts & crafts show committee members.
  • If any licensed items are sold it is the artist’s responsibility to make sure any copyrights are not violated when selling these products.
  • Raffles are prohibited.
  • The Septemberfest Committee reserves the right to view each booth after set-up and to request removal of any items that were not juried into the show and/or were deemed inappropriate for sale at Septemberfest.
  • The undersigned hereby certifies that he/she understands and accepts all the rules and guidelines governing this event.
  • Furthermore, the undersigned recognizes that failure to abide by the guidelines stated or implied, could possibly result in immediate removal from the Arts & Crafts Show and/or disqualification from any future Village of Schaumburg Arts & Crafts Shows. Fees will not be refunded in such instances.
  • Applicant hereby agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Village, and all of its agents, assigns and employees with regards to any damages and/or causes of action resulting from the negligence and/or willful conduct of the vendor or its agents, assigns, or employees, or as the result of the use of the vendor’s product or equipment in the display of the products. 
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Related files

Edible Packaged Food & Beverage Item and Sampling Guidelines.pdf
General Info - Arts and Crafts.pdf

Prices

10' x 10' Booth (1 Booth Space) $385 Non-refundable 10’ x 10’ space
20' x 10' Booth (2 Booth Spaces) $745 Non-refundable 20’ x 10’ space (includes $25 discount)
30' x 10' Booth (3 Booth Spaces) $1,105 Non-refundable 30’ x 10’ space (includes $50 discount)
40' x 10' Booth (4 Booth Spaces) $1,465 Non-refundable 40’ x 10’ space (includes $75 discount)
Friday Set Up Fee $45 Non-refundable

Questions on the application

Business information

  • Business name
  • Legal business name
  • Contact name
  • Address
  • Email
  • Phone
  • Website (Optional)
  • Logo (Optional)

Additional information

  • First & Last Name
  • First Name
  • Last Name
  • Business Name
  • Cell Phone (999-999-9999)
  • Email
  • Select your medium category:
  • Edible packaged food and beverage item medium category must attach the food manufacturer/licensed kitchen or commissary permit(s), the most recent inspection report for the licensed facility used to prepare/package and store the product, and a copy of the product label(s).
  • Number of booth spaces requested?
  • Are you interested in Friday set-up for an additional $45 fee?
  • IL Dept. of Revenue Tax ID # if IL artist (XXXX-XXXX). Do NOT enter social security number:
  • Type of Vehicle
  • License Plate #
  • Will you bring a trailer?
  • If yes, Trailer License Plate #
  • If yes, Trailer Length
  • List any special requests.
  • List your three most recent juried shows:
  • How did you hear about the fest?
  • Have you participated in the Schaumburg Septemberfest Arts & Crafts Show in previous years?
  • Facebook link?
  • Instagram link?
  • X (Formerly Twitter) link?
  • I certify that my work is not "buy-sell" or production work and completely made by me.
  • By signing your name, you agree to our terms and conditions.

Picture requirements

  • Minimum pictures required: 6
  • Include four photographs of your work, one work in progress, and one photo of your booth set-up; six total photos.
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