2026 Crafts at the Crossroads - Non-Food (Indoors)
About the application
Join us for the 8th annual Crafts at the Crossroads Handmade Craft Show—a summer favorite in 2026!
About the event
Terms & Conditions
Dates: Saturday, July 25, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location:
Schererville Community Center
500 E. Joliet St., Schererville, IN
Applications will be reviewed by the Schererville Parks and Recreation staff on an individual basis. The number of vendors selling similar products may be limited to maintain a diverse selection. Not all applications will be accepted. Flea market items, previously used merchandise, and wholesale products are not allowed. Photos of products and displays are required with the application. Schererville Parks and Recreation reserves the right to reject any application based on poor craftsmanship, unprofessional displays, or other factors determined by the Schererville Parks Dept.
Fees: Each fee covers an 8'x8' booth space only but a maybe pivoted to a 10x6 or 9x7 for safety. Tables are not provided, though two (2) chairs will be included per booth. Electricity is limited and will be approved on a case-by-case basis depending on the needs of the crafter (space heaters are prohibited). Larger booth spaces are available through additional rental.
All applications and items for sale are subject to approval. No crafter/vendor may sell food or beverages without permission from the Schererville Parks Dept. Permission for food and beverage sales is granted on a case-by-case basis, ensuring no conflicts with existing concessionaires, and all vendors must provide proof of health permits and insurance naming the Town of Schererville, Schererville Parks and Recreation Board, and its authorized agents as certificate holders.
Payment: Payment will be taken directly upon approval of applications. Vendors must provide a viable card with vendor application. Failure to do so will result in immediate denial of your application. If vendor cannot pay at the time of submitting applicaiton, please wait until able to do so.
Set-Up/Take-Down: Set-up will be available ONLY on Friday, July 24, from 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Vendors are required to fully unload their vehicles and promptly move them to the designated parking area at Redar Park (217 Gregory St., Schererville, IN). A school bus will shuttle crafters between Redar Park and the Community Center. A staff member will be on-site to monitor the unloading zone and ensure vehicles are moved efficiently. Take-down must be completed by 4:00 PM on the final day of the event. A set-up email with detailed instructions will be sent two weeks prior to the event.
Sales Tax: All vendors are responsible for collecting and remitting their own sales tax.
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Important Policies:
The following are grounds for removal from the event and exclusion from future Schererville Parks craft shows:
1. Leaving Early: Vendors must stay for the full event duration. If you need to leave early due to unforeseen circumstances, communication with the Schererville Parks Dept. is required.
2. Arriving Late: The show opens at 9:00 AM on both days, and all booths must be set up and ready for business by 8:00 AM each day. Booths must be manned and open to the public by this time.
3. Parking: Vendor parking is limited. All vendors must park in designated areas, and requests for on-site parking must be made through the Schererville Parks Dept.
4. Raffle Donations: Each vendor is required to provide a physical raffle item valued at $20.00. NO COUPONS OR GIFT CARDS. The raffle drawings will occur after the show to accommodate the large number of entries.
REMINDER: Raffle prizes are a reflection of your business. Give us product you believe is good advertisement for your work. Damaged, dirty, or outdated products are never good advertisement.
5. Respect: All vendors must treat others with kindness and respect. Disrespectful behavior will not be tolerated.
Rules:
- No live animals are allowed in the building.
- No decorations or signage may be attached to any wall, metal, or wood surface.
- Direct sales businesses are limited to one vendor per company (first come, first served).
- No crafter/vendor may sell weapons, items considered dangerous, or products containing vulgarities.
- All merchandise and displays must remain within designated booth spaces. Tables must be covered with floor-length tablecloths, and no boxes, extra merchandise, or clutter should be visible to customers.
- Vendors are responsible for keeping their spaces clean and removing all trash at the end of the event.
- Vendors are prohibited from distributing advertisements or soliciting other vendors and patrons outside their booth.
- All vendors are required to participate for the full duration of the event.
- Schererville Parks and Recreation reserves the right to cancel the event due to insufficient registration. If canceled, vendors may receive a refund of up to 50% of the booth fee.
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Waiver & Release Of All Claims: The participant in this event/program, recognize and acknowledge that there are certain risks of physical injury and I agree and assume the full risk of any injuries, including death, damages or loss which the participant (s) may sustain as a result of participating in all activities connected with or associated with such program. I, the participant in this event/program, agree to waive and relinquish all claims that I or the participants may have as a result of participating in the programs against the above named entity and its agents, officers, servants, and employees. I, the participant in this event/program agree to fully release and discharge the above named and its officers, agents, servants, and employees from any and all claims for injuries, including death, damage or loss which I or any participants may have or which occur to me or the participants on account of participation in the above programs. I, the participant in this event/program further agree to indemnify, hold harmless, and defend the above named entity and its officers, agents, servants, and employees from any and all claims resulting from injuries, including death, damages, and/or losses sustained by the participants and arising out of, connecting with, or in any way associated with the activities of the above programs. I have read and fully understand the above program details and I fully understand that “This is a release of all claims”.
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REFUND POLICY: All vendor fees are non-transferable and non-creditable. Vendors who cancel 30+ days before the event may receive a 50% refund with written notice. No refunds are given for cancellations made within 30 days or for no-shows. If the event is canceled by the organizer, vendors will receive a 70% refund, unless the event has already begun or is fully set up—in which case no refunds are issued. The event will not be rescheduled, and no credits or alternate dates will be offered. All events are rain or shine.
Prices
| Single Booth Space | $45.00 (+ tax and fees) | Non-refundable |
Questions on the application
Business information
- Business name
- Legal business name
- Contact name
- Address
- Phone
- Website (Optional)
- Logo (Optional)
Additional information
- Please provide a detailed list of all items you intend to sell. **Note:** Any items not listed and pre-approved will not be permitted for sale at the event.
- I understand that payment will be taken directly upon approval. Failure to provide a viable card with my application will result in the immediate denial of application
- "I understand that I am responsible for bringing all necessary supplies for my booth, with the exception of two (2) chairs provided per booth space. I acknowledge that tables are not provided, and electricity is limited and subject to approval based on my product needs. I also understand that space heaters are strictly prohibited."
- "I understand that any special requests I make are not guaranteed and are considered only as requests."
- I understand that I am required to bring a raffle item (worth $20) upon check-in. I will securely attach my business card to the raffle item. I acknowledge that it is my responsibility to ensure the raffle item is presentable, undamaged, and appropriately represents my business and the event.
- I understand that I'm required to stay during the duration of the event
- I understand that if I have items that can be CONSUMED (Food) that I will provide a Certificate of Insurance
- I understand that setup time is from 12pm-7pm ONLY the day before the event begins and that I will not be able to setup on Saturday.
- Do you REQUIRE electricity?
- I understand that I am required to park at Redar Park. If I am found parking on-site without prior approval, I acknowledge that I will be asked to leave immediately, be banned from the current and future shows, and forfeit all fees paid.
- I understand that Schererville Parks reserves the right to cancel the show due to insufficient registration or a situation where it's deemed unsafe for the event to occur
- "I understand and agree to abide by all the event policies and rules. I acknowledge that failure to comply with these rules may result in forfeiting any payments made for this event and potential exclusion from future events."
- I agree to the Waiver and Release of Claims as started above.
- I agree to the refund policy as follows: All vendor fees are non-transferable and non-creditable. Vendors who cancel 30+ days before the event may receive a 50% refund with written notice. No refunds are given for cancellations made within 30 days or for no-shows. If the event is canceled by the organizer, vendors will receive a 70% refund, unless the event has already begun or is fully set up—in which case no refunds are issued. The event will not be rescheduled, and no credits or alternate dates will be offered. All events are rain or shine.
Picture requirements
- Minimum pictures required: 5
