Farm & Value Added Producer Application

The county has once again agreed to sponsor the Farmers Market at the Fair, and we are excited to welcome everyone to Waterford! Farm and Value Added Producers will herein be referred to as "merchants". The 77th Annual Waterford Fair takes place in the National Historic Landmark village of Waterford, Virginia and attracts approximately 10,000 visitors over three days. Founded in 1733, Waterford is situated in western Loudoun County – DC’s wine country. For the past 13 years Loudoun County, Virginia, has been named the No.1 county in America for the highest median household income. In 2018 income was reported to be $139,464.00 according to U.S. Census Bureau reports. The second highest rated county, Fairfax, is our easterly neighbor. The funds raised by the Waterford Fair support the preservation and education efforts of the Waterford Foundation, a 501(c)(3), to increase the public’s knowledge of life and work in an early American rural community. Questions? Contact staff at fairadmin@waterfordfoundation.org or 540-882-3018 x 4.

COVID-19 Statement: The Waterford Foundation takes the safety of our attendees, vendors, and volunteers very seriously. The merchant will adhere to state health safety guidelines. Merchants found not to be complying with these regulations will be shut down until they can rectify the issue(s). If they do not make the necessary correction(s), they will be asked to vacate the event after closing at 5 pm. Merchants that would like to sell food that will be prepared at the market, must have a Dept. of Health Food Permit. Health Food Permits MUST be on display during the Fair. VA Dept. of Health (804) 864-7056 Merchants preparing food before coming to the farmers market and operate out of a commercial kitchen, must first be certified by the Virginia Department of Agriculture (VDACS). VDACS Phone (804) 786-3520 FIRE MARSHAL RULES • Vendors cooking under a tent (even samples), must display a working and up-to-date Fire Extinguisher. • Cooking at the market must be done OUTSIDE your tent (prevents grease buildup under the tent than can cause a fire). The Health Dept. requires food be stored under the tent and covered at all times. • A NO SMOKING sign will be supplied by the Fair and must be displayed at all times. Loudoun County Rural Economic Development sponsors the market at the Fair and pays the merchant's application fee. Merchant pays 5% of gross sales to the Waterford Foundation following the event. Merchant will complete and return the Sales Verification form with payment by October 29, 2021. Merchant may cancel agreement 30 days prior to the starting day of the event. Cancellation must be in writing (email is acceptable). The Foundation also reserves the right to cancel 30 days prior to the starting day of the event and a full refund will be made to the merchant. Participation in the Fair is not guaranteed until all items are received by the Fair office. This is a rain or shine event and will remain open unless closed by the County for safety reasons. Merchant will be onsite and open for business each day from 9 am – 5 pm. The Waterford Foundation reserves the right to refuse any merchant admission to the event.