NON-PROFIT APPLICATION FORM

FOR NON-PROFITS WE REQUIRE A FULL DEPOSIT equal to the amount of a standard booth); HOWEVER, THE DEPOSIT IS FULLY REFUNDABLE AFTER ATTENDING THE EVENT. 

We had to implement this policy due to past history of no shows for non profit groups.   We appreciate the understanding.  

Louisiana Moonshine Festival

Event Date: March 27-28th, 2026
Event Location: Name: Vernon Parish Fairgrounds
Event Address: 276 HM Stevens Blvd, Leesville, LA 71446

Application Deadline: November 28, 2026 - ADDITIONAL FEES WILL APPLY AFTER DEADLINE

EVENT FEE - FOR NON-PROFITS THIS FEE IS REFUNDABLE AFTER ATTENDING THE EVENT

OUTDOOR 10x10 - $60 (No Electricity - Must have a QUIET generator) a generator is considered "quiet" when its noise output is between 50 and 60 decibels (dB) during typical operation measured from 10 feet away.  OUTDOOR IS CLOSER TO THE STAGE & MOONSHINERS

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INDOOR 10x10 - $75 (Includes Electricity) INDOOR LOCATIONS ARE CLOSER TO THE ENTRANCE/EXIT

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**FOR ANY SPECIAL REQUEST - REACH OUT TO US FOR PRE-APPROVAL FIRST ON THE CONTACT PAGE located at LouisianaMoonshineFestival.com or the contact link provided on this form or email at LouisianaMoonshineFestival@gmail.com 

YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY REQUIRED PERMITS

Remember this is also a FAMILY FRIENDLY event !   

HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT

It is agreed by the applicant/participant that he/she shall assume full responsibility for, and hold Keeping It Country Live, Louisiana Moonshine Company, Vernon Parish Fairgrounds and the event co-sponsors harmless and whole from any and all liabilities arising from the applicants, applicants agents and representatives conduct and action (including but not limited to: transit to and from event, event set up period, the event, and the event take down period). Applicant/participant understands that he/she is solely liable for any and all claims and losses related to his/her actions and products exhibited, created, or brought to the event.

Applicant/participant also understands that there will be NO REFUNDS of applicants participation fees due to bad weather, ejection, disqualification, or other occurrences beyond the control of Keeping It Country Live and other sponsoring parties.

* By submitting this application, you acknowledge and agree to the Hold Harmless Agreement above.

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**  ALL OUTDOOR VENDORS WITH TENTS/CANOPIES MUST HAVE PROPER WEIGHTS TO SECURE TENTS/CANOPIES
See documents attachd on this page for recommended weight requirements and reach out if you have any questions or concerns. 

** VENDORS ARE NOT ALLOWED TO SLEEP OVERNIGHT IN THEIR TRAILERS OR ENTER/EXIT AFTER HOURS

** ONLY OFFICIAL SECURITY & EVENT STAFF MEMBERS ARE PERMITTED ON THE GROUNDS AFTER THE GATES CLOSE TO THE PUBLIC

** PARKING FOR VENDORS IS LOCATED IN THE VENDOR PARKING LOT JUST WEST OF THE HANDICAPPED LOT - IF YOU REQUIRE TO PARK A VEHICLE WITH YOUR TRAILER, YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO MAKE OTHER TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS. 

ALL VEHICLES OTHER THAN OFFICIAL STAFF & EMERGENCY VEHICLES ARE NOT PERMITTED TO ENTER/EXIT AFTER EVENT HAS STARTED UNTIL AFTER THE EVENT HAS ENDED DUE TO INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS. 

RV SPOTS - WE DO NOT PROVIDE RV SPOTS but there are some available on a first come first serve basis.  The Vernon Parsh Policy Jury handles all requests for RV spots at the venue, there are only 5 total spots available (30 & 50 AMP electricity & water) and $25 per day - for details or to reserve, call 337-238-0324
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Louisiana Department of Revenue Information
All persons and dealers selling at special events such as festivals, fairs, concerts and craft shows, who are subject to the tax levied under Chapter 2 of Subtitle II of Title 47 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended, are required to file a tax return monthly or quarterly.
   
Interactive Help Guide @ https://dam.ldr.la.gov/taxpayereducationcourses/R1029SE/story.html

Form R-1029SE (download in documents section)
Form R-1029SEi Instructions (download in documents section)

Acknowledgement
By submitting this application you acknowledge that you understand all terms & tax requirements listed above.