Pre-Packaged Food Vendor - 2025 A Dickens Holiday

Thank you for your interest in being a vendor at A Dickens Holiday 2025! A Dickens Holiday will take place November 28, 2025 from 12:00pm - 9:00pm.

This is the application for PRE-PACKAGED FOOD VENDORS. If you are not an PRE-PACKAGED FOOD VENDOR, please return to the event application page to complete the correct vendor application. Failure to complete the correct vendor application may result in a denial.

WHO PRE-PACKAGED FOOD VENDORS?
A pre-packaged food vendor is a business or individual that sells food products that are prepared, packaged, and labeled before being brought to the event or point of sale. These items are not prepared, cooked, or altered on-site and are typically ready to eat or require minimal preparation by the customer (like reheating).

Application Deadline: October 16, 2025, at 11:59 PM

• Applications: All applications are due by October 16, 2025, at 11:59 PM. Submissions will be reviewed and accepted on a rolling basis. Decisions will be announced no later than November 1.

• Spaces Are Limited: Applications are accepted until spaces are filled. Once full, additional applications will be placed on a waitlist, and applicants will be notified if a slot becomes available.

 Please note the following information:
- Vendors will be notified via email of the decision.
- All decisions are made by the Vendor Committee.
- Upon approval, accepted vendors will be charged per the same payment type as listed during the application fee process. Expect a payment to process at the moment approval comes through.

This is an electronic agreement. By submitting your application, you confirm you’ve read and agreed to the attached Terms & Conditions and Vendor Handbook.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

By applying to and participating in A Dickens Holiday, you agree to the following:

1. Application Process

• Submission does not guarantee acceptance. All vendors are juried by the Vendor Committee.
• Applications missing required photos or complete information will be declined.
• No email or paper applications will be accepted.
• You may not alter your application after the deadline unless requested by the Committee.

Fees & Refunds

• A $10.00 non-refundable application fee is required. 
• Booth fees will only be charged after acceptance.
• No refunds unless the event is officially canceled.
• This is a rain-or-shine event.

General Requirements

• Vendors must provide a valid NC Sales & Use Tax ID.
• Vendors must carry general liability insurance (minimum $1M) and list the Downtown Alliance and the City of Fayetteville as additional insureds. You may select any carrier you choose and only need a policy that covers the day of the event. There is an option to use VI Coverage through the Eventeny application. You may choose others such as THIMBLE or ACT Insurance - who offer less than 24 hour coverage while you are at the event as is very affordable. Email director@adickensholiday.com if you have questions.
• Vendors are encouraged decorate and dress in keeping with the event’s Victorian holiday theme.
• There will be prizes for best booth!

Set-Up & Operations

• Load-in: Friday, Nov. 28, between 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM
• Booth size: 10’ x 10’. You must bring your own tent, weights, table, and chairs.
• You must remain within your assigned footprint. No sales outside of booth space.
• All merchandise must be handmade or hand-curated, as approved during the jury process.
• No reselling or mass-produced items allowed. 
• You will only sell items listed on your application and have been approved by the Vendor Committee. The Committee reserves the right to ask you to remove items that were not approved. 

Conduct & Safety

• No hawking, peddling, or amplified music.
• No early departure without written approval from the Committee Chair.
• No vehicles allowed in the footprint during event hours.
• Noncompliance may result in removal from the event without refund.

Vendor Agreement

• By submitting this application, you agree to abide by all guidelines in the Vendor Handbook and Eventeny listing.

You release and indemnify the Downtown Alliance, the City of Fayetteville, and event sponsors from all liability arising from your participation.