Vendor Application

This is one of a kind cat-centric 2 day indoor event in Raleigh, NC. This is a celebration of cats from all over NC and beyond. There will be vendors, speaker, make and takes and rescues from across NC.

Carolina Kitty Con – Vendor Terms & Conditions
By submitting an application and participating as a vendor at Carolina Kitty Con (“Event”), you (“Vendor”) agree to the following terms and conditions:

1. Event Information
Carolina Kitty Con is a two day indoor event held in Raleigh, North Carolina. The Event features vendors, speakers, hands-on activities, and cat rescues from across North Carolina and beyond.

2. Application & Acceptance
Submitting an application does not guarantee acceptance.
All vendors are subject to review and approval by Event management. Carolina Kitty Con reserves the right to accept or decline any vendor application at its sole discretion to ensure a balanced and appropriate marketplace.

3. Vendor Space
Vendor booth placement is determined by Event management. While preferences may be noted, specific booth locations are not guaranteed.
Vendors must remain within the boundaries of their assigned space and may not obstruct aisles, neighboring booths, or walkways.

4. Booth Setup & Breakdown
Vendors are responsible for setting up and breaking down their own booths during the designated load-in and load-out times.
All items, displays, and trash must be removed by the end of the breakdown period. Vendors may be charged for excessive cleanup or abandoned materials.

5. Permits, Licenses & Taxes
Vendors are responsible for obtaining all required business licenses, permits, and insurance required by local, state, and federal laws.
Vendors are solely responsible for collecting and remitting any applicable sales taxes.

6. Products & Conduct
All merchandise, displays, and promotional materials must be family-friendly and appropriate for a general audience event.
Carolina Kitty Con reserves the right to require the removal of any item deemed unsafe, inappropriate, counterfeit, or in violation of intellectual property rights.
Vendors agree to conduct themselves in a professional and respectful manner toward attendees, staff, volunteers, other vendors, and rescue partners at all times.

7. Animal Safety
Because this is a cat-focused event with rescue partners and adoptable animals onsite, vendors must ensure that their products, decorations, and booth setup do not pose a danger or stress risk to animals.
No personal pets or animals may be brought into the event by vendors unless explicitly approved in writing by Event management.

8. Payments & Refunds
Vendor booth fees must be paid in full by the stated deadline to secure participation.
All vendor fees are non-refundable unless the Event is canceled by Carolina Kitty Con. In the event of cancellation, refunds will be issued at the discretion of Event management.

9. Liability
Vendors participate at their own risk. Carolina Kitty Con, its organizers, venue partners, staff, and volunteers are not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged merchandise or equipment.
Vendors are responsible for any damage caused by their booth, staff, or materials to the venue or other vendors’ property.

10. Indemnification
Vendor agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Carolina Kitty Con, its organizers, staff, volunteers, and partners from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising out of Vendor’s participation in the Event.

11. Cancellations & Changes
Carolina Kitty Con reserves the right to make changes to the Event layout, schedule, or programming as needed.
In the event of circumstances beyond our control (including but not limited to weather, venue issues, or public safety concerns), the Event may be modified, postponed, or canceled.

12. Agreement
By submitting a vendor application and, if accepted, participating in Carolina Kitty Con, Vendor acknowledges that they have read, understood, and agree to abide by these Terms & Conditions.