2026 Christmas in the Park – Merchandise Vendors

This application is for vendors interested in participating as a craft or merchandise booth at Christmas in the Park, held on Friday, December 5th from 3:00–6:00 PM.

Christmas in the Park is a family-friendly holiday event featuring seasonal activities, lights, entertainment, and a festive Christmas market atmosphere. Vendors should expect steady foot traffic and a community-focused shopping experience.

Accepted Categories
Vendors may sell:

• Handmade crafts and artisan goods
• Holiday décor and gift items
• Apparel and accessories
• Art, prints, and specialty retail items
• Prepackaged, shelf-stable food or drink items commonly found at craft or holiday markets

Food trucks, made-to-order food, and on-site food preparation are not permitted under this category.

Food Management
Vendors selling food items must comply with all local and state health regulations. Food must be prepackaged and prepared in an approved facility. No cooking, heating, or food preparation is allowed on site.

Event Protocol
All booths, products, and displays must be family-friendly and holiday appropriate
Vendors must operate within their assigned booth space
Follow all instructions from Parks staff and event officials
Setup & Breakdown
Vendors must provide their own tent, tables, chairs, and display materials
Electricity is not provided
Setup and load-in details will be sent to approved vendors closer to the event
Vendors are expected to remain set up for the duration of the event
Booth areas must be left clean and free of trash at the conclusion of the event
Submission of an application does not guarantee acceptance. Applications will be reviewed to ensure a balanced vendor mix and a high-quality holiday market experience.

By submitting an application, the vendor agrees to the following terms and conditions:

• Christmas in the Park will be held on Friday, December 5th from 3:00–6:00 PM.
• Submission of an application does not guarantee acceptance. Space is limited and vendors will be selected to ensure a balanced holiday market.
• Vendors may sell crafts, merchandise, and prepackaged, shelf-stable food or drink items only. Food trucks, made-to-order food, and on-site food preparation are not permitted.
• Vendors selling food or drink items must comply with all local and state health regulations and provide required documentation if requested.
• All items sold and displayed must be family-friendly and holiday appropriate.
• Vendors must provide their own tent, tables, chairs, weights, and display materials. Electricity is not provided.
• Tents must be properly weighted and secured at all times. Unsafe setups may be required to adjust or be removed.
• Gas heaters are permitted but must be:
  • In good working condition
  • Properly secured
  • Monitored at all times while in use
• No open flames, grills, cooking equipment, or unapproved heating devices are permitted.
• Vendors must complete setup within the designated load-in timeframe and remove vehicles from vendor areas prior to the event opening.
• Vendors are expected to remain set up and operational for the duration of the event unless approved otherwise by event staff.
• Vendors must follow all instructions from Parks staff, event officials, and emergency personnel at all times.
• Vendors are responsible for maintaining a clean, safe booth area and must remove all trash and materials at the conclusion of the event.
• The City is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged property.
• The City reserves the right to remove any vendor who fails to comply with event rules, safety requirements, or operational expectations.
• The event will take place rain or shine unless severe weather requires changes or cancellation.

Submission of an application indicates acceptance of these terms and conditions.