APPLICATION DEADLINE:
The deadline for all applications is October 31, 2025. Those applications postmarked or submitted online after October 31 will be include a $75 late fee. Fees are non-refundable.
ACCEPTANCE TO EVENT:
Pickles, Pigs & Swigs (Festival) accepts vendors on a first come, first served basis. We limit both the number and types of vendors so that there will be the possibility for a greater profit for everyone, so the prompt return of your application and required documents is to your benefit. Payment is required at the time application is submitted. However, online payment will be processed and checks cashed upon acceptance. Only those who submit all required documents and who receive approval by the Festival may display and sell.
HOURS OF OPERATION:
The Festival operates from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm on Saturday, November 8, and Vendors are required to stay open during that time. Vendors are allowed to shut down their booths during festival hours if necessary. Vendors should not breakdown and physically leave the festival area prior to the 4:00 pm closing time. This applies to ALL vendors, including CHAMBER MEMBERS. Streets will remain closed to vehicle access until 5:00 pm.
BOOTH REQUIREMENTS:
Booths are 10’ x 10’ including towing tongue. If your booth or trailer is longer than 15’, you must purchase 2 spaces. Locations are not guaranteed. All items, equipment and materials must fit within the purchased booth space. Sidewalks and walkways must remain clear. Vendors must arrange their booths so as to not obstruct the view or interfere with other booths. Fire Permit Requirements: ALL vendors are required to have a flame-retardant tent and fire extinguisher per fire code regulations. Tents, tarps and canopies must also be anchored to withstand wind and collapse. Vendors are responsible for providing all tables, chairs, electrical cords. Electrical cords must be heavy duty with no visible signs of damage, and appliances must be in good working condition.Vendors may not sell knives, mock guns, pop rocks, play cigarettes, inappropriate adult materials, etc.
CHECK-IN / SET UP:
Vendors receive their booth assignments at check-in. Vendor set-up will be Saturday, November 8, 2025, from 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM (allowing one hour for booth inspection by our Town of Mount Olive Fire Chief).
Early check-in and/or set-up will NOT be allowed.
ALL vendors are required to first register at vendor check in (located to the right of the main stage area at
116 E. Main Street, facing center street) where you will receive additional guidance as well as your booth
assignment.
UNLOADING:
Unload your vehicle at your space and immediately park your vehicle in a designated lot. You may then return to your booth for set up. Please be mindful of others and do not block access for unreasonable amounts of time. Your vehicle must be out of the festival area by 9:30 am Saturday.
INSURANCE:
ALL Vendors at the Festival are required to have insurance and must provide a certificate of insurance that lists Pickles, Pigs & Swigs, Inc. as an additional insured. Address, 123 N. Center Street, Mount Olive, NC 28365. A sample is provided. If you do not currently hold insurance, you may purchase it through Eventeny during the application process at an affordable rate.
PERMITS AND INSPECTIONS:
ALL Vendors must submit the Fire Protection Permit Application and $15 fee with their applications. The Mount Olive Fire Inspector will inspect all vendor booths for compliance with the North Carolina Fire Prevention Code. Vendors must display a copy of their Fire Permit. Please review the Fire Code Requirements included with your vendor information package. Food Vendors must submit a separate application and fee to the Wayne County Environmental Health Department and receive a Food Handling Permit prior to the festival. Vendors must display the permit in their food booth. An inspector from the Environmental Health Department will inspect food vendors on festival morning.
VENDOR SERVICES:
Power – Generators may be permitted on a case by case basis. 120v Electricity is available for an additional fee and must be indicated on the vendor application. Water – free, but connections are limited and must be indicated on the vendor application. NOTE: Power and water connections will not be available on festival morning to any vendor that has not applied for them in advance on their application.
PICKLE, PIG OR "SWIG" RELATED-THEMED ITEMS:
Vendors, particularly food, arts & crafts, commercial and non-profit, are asked to consider a festival-themed item(s) to make and sell at their booths. In doing so, the festival agrees to include information about the item in its promotions and provide vendors with special signage at check-in. Vendors must provide information about their festival-themed item on their applications.
GENERAL POLICIES:
All vendors are expected to conduct themselves in a professional and courteous manner when interacting with festival visitors, fellow vendors and festival organizers. Aggressive and inappropriate conduct and/or contact with festival visitors or volunteers will be addressed by representatives of the Festival, and if necessary the Mount Olive Police Department. The Festival is not responsible or liable for the failure of any Vendor to comply with these requirements. It reserves the right to take any action, up to and including shutting down a Vendor’s operation for the remainder of the day, and barring participation in future Festival events. No refunds will be given in these cases. Further, the Festival, the Mount Olive Area Chamber of Commerce and festival sponsors are not liable for any damages, injury or loss to any person or goods from any cause whatsoever, nor for any claims for damage, injury or loss arising out of or in connection with use of space or grounds at the festival. All decisions of the Festival and its organizers are final.
