2026 Slawburger Vendor Application

**We are no longer accepting lemonade, drinks only, or shaved ice/ice cream vendors for the square.  You can still apply to be on the waitlist or apply for the extended vendor zone.

The Slawburger Festival welcomes a curated mix of vendors that contribute to a family-friendly, community-focused atmosphere. 

Accepted Vendors
Businesses selling tangible, physical products, such as:

-Handmade or artisan goods
-Retail merchandise
-Food-related items (non-prepared unless otherwise approved)
-Specialty products aligned with festival themes

Select non-profit organizations, accepted at the discretion of the Main Street Board of Directors

Vendors whose products and presentation enhance the Slawburger Festival experience and Downtown Fayetteville

Not Accepted
-Politically affiliated businesses or organizations
-Political messaging, propaganda, or advocacy booths
-Advertising-only booths or promotional displays without a tangible product
-Unapproved vendors or groups setting up without authorization

**All products and displays must be appropriate for a public, family-friendly event. The Main Street Board of Directors reserves the right to prohibit any materials or displays deemed inappropriate.

VENDOR GUIDELINES

We ask that all vendors observe these guidelines to keep the experience fair and SAFE for all involved. We will be enforcing these rules. If you do not follow ALL guidelines, you will not be permitted at other Main Street Events.

REGISTRATION

Vendors MUST register for Slawburger Festival to participate. Registration closes when spots are filled. You will receive a confirmation email of your application status within one week of your registration. Politically affiliated businesses or organizations will not be permitted. Only businesses with tangible physical products and certain non-profit organizations will be accepted at the discretion of the Main Street Board of Directors. Products will be juried by the Main Street Board of Directors. No political, propaganda, or advertisement booths will be permitted. The Main Street Board of Directors reserves the right not to approve an applicant.

SETUP

1. Upon arrival on Saturday, check in at your assigned entrance to the square between 7AM and 9AM. No vendor will be allowed to enter after 9AM to setup. Your assigned entrance and booth location will be confirmed prior to the event. Your booth must be broken down and removed by 8PM.

2. Volunteers on the Square will help you navigate to your space which will be marked. There are no guarantees to booth assignment location. Booth location assignments are dependent upon the number and type of vendors. We will TRY to accommodate any special booth requests. Please let us know upfront if

your booth requires special accommodations.

3. Vendors are responsible for bringing tents (maximum 12’ x 12’), tables, chairs, or anything needed for your booth. Tents must be weighted if wind conditions are present. Please decorate your booth in an appropriate manner and keeping your product, activity, or Downtown Fayetteville/Lincoln County in mind. The Main Street Board reserves the right to prohibit any written or visible materials that are deemed inappropriate.

4. Set up must be completed and ready for business by 10AM.

5. No booths will be allowed to set up on the sidewalk. With the support of City Ordinance: No. 200010, the Main Street Board has the authority to ask any unapproved vendors or groups that set up at the square to leave. Any resistance will then be handled by the City Police Department. This task is not at all enjoyable but must be done to show fair treatment to organizations who have been approved. Please remember according to this ordinance, the Main Street Board has sole authority to regulate the placement of booths on city property during this event.

6. Electricity will not be provided. You will need to furnish your own generator.

PARKING

You may park on the square ONLY to load and unload your booth. Once you have unloaded, vehicles must be moved immediately. YOU CANNOT PARK IN FRONT OF A BUSINESS. Please park at the church lots on Elk Ave N.

ADDITIONAL NOTES:

1. The municipal building and the courthouse will be open for restrooms. Portable toilets will also be provided.

2. Once an application is accepted by the Board, the vendor fee is NON-REFUNDABLE and NON-TRANSFERABLE. If your application is rejected, the vendor fee will be returned.

3. The Main Street Board reserves the right not to approve an applicant that is deemed inappropriate. Any group failing to abide by the guidelines will be asked to disassemble their booth and leave the event area

immediately.

4. You cannot “give” or “assign” your spot to another vendor without communication with the Main Street Board or Director.