Application

Art & Craft Vendor - Maxwell/ Franklin Placement - 2025 A Dickens Holiday

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Deadline: Nov 20, 2025 11:59 pm (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
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Date: Nov 28, 2025 12:00 pm - Nov 28, 2025 9:00 pm (EST)
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Fayetteville, North Carolina
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$ 95.00

About the application

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 ART & CRAFT VENDORS for Hay Street Placement only. If you are not an ART & CRAFT 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 ARE ART & CRAFT VENDORS?
Art and Craft Vendors feature items designed and made by the proprietor of the booth. All items must be hand-crafted. Examples of arts and crafts vendors include original visual art, handmade jewelry, pottery, paintings, wooden toys, etc.

 

Application Deadline: November 20, 2025 at 11:59 PM

Application Deadline & Pricing:

  • Applications for Maxwell will be reviewed and and accepted on a rolling basis until spaces are filled.
  • Waitlist: Once all spaces are full, additional applications will be placed on a waitlist. We still encourage you to apply, as openings may become available.

About the event

Welcome to “A Dickens Holiday” 2025! Join us for our 26th annual celebration of Victorian charm and holiday tradition in historic Downtown Fayetteville, NC. Vendors, actors, and musicians transform Franklin Street into a scene from A Christmas Carol—complete with Queen Victoria, Ebenezer Scrooge, and a host of Christmas spirits. 🗓 Date: Friday, November 28, 2025 📍 Location: Downtown Fayetteville, NC 🕛 Event Hours: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM 🎟 Admission: Free to attend; select activities may require a fee. 🍷 Note: Downtown is a designated Social District. Alcohol is permitted outdoors in marked areas. Footprint: Expanded this year, with street closures from Green St, Hay Street, Maxwell, Gillespie and Franklin Streets Highlights: Street Performers: Reenactors dressed as Ebenezer Scrooge, Queen Victoria, and other characters from Dickens’ world and including Father Christmas Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides: Explore the historic streets in style. Live Music: on street roving performances by talented musicians. Handmade Crafts and Food Vendors: Discover unique gifts and delicious treats. Downtown Businesses Decorated and in Holiday theme Attendance: Anticipating 19,000 visitors Age-Friendly: All ages welcome Social District: Enjoy the festivities with a cup of cheer—Downtown Fayetteville is within a social district this year.
A Dickens Holiday
A Dickens Holiday
A Dickens Holiday
A Dickens Holiday

Terms & Conditions

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.

Prices

Application Fee $10.00 Non-refundable A $10.00 non-refundable application fee is required.
10 x 10 Booth Space $85.00 Non-refundable Booth fees will not be charged until approval into the event. All spaces are assigned by the vendor committee. Preference will be given to returning vendors where possible.

Questions on the application

Business information

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

Additional information

  • Are you a new or returning vendor?
  • What artisan and craft items do you make to sell in your booth?
  • I certify that my art or goods are artisan and handcrafted.
  • Describe the process of how you make or craft the items you sell.
  • Will you be selling PRIMARILY any of the following in your booth?
  • Please give a list of items you will sell and their price or price ranges.
  • How many 10x10 spaces do you intend to purchase?
  • Do you tow a trailer in your load-in/set-up process?
  • How long does it take to set-up your booth?
  • I understand there are requirements to have Liability insurance and understand I am responsible for the collection and payment of sales taxes.
  • I agree to decorate my booth and dress consistent with the A Dickens Holiday theme or Christmas holiday theme..
  • By signing your name, you agree to our terms and conditions, the release of liability agreement and consent to be photographed.

Picture requirements

  • Minimum pictures required: 1
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Art & Craft Vendor -  Maxwell/ Franklin  Placement - 2025 A Dickens Holiday
Art & Craft Vendor - Maxwell/ Franklin Placement - 2025 A Dickens Holiday
A Dickens Holiday 2025