Artist Application

Exhibit Area: Spaces measuring approximately 10’ x 10’- Exhibit areas will be assigned in advance.  

Applications will be juried. The Jurying Committee reserves the sole right to assign exhibit areas.

Exhibitors  should be prepared for uneven ground. Exhibitors are required to check in at the Bridgefest Information Booth. 

Exhibitor Fee: $150 per 10’x10’ booth. $250 per 10’x20’ booth. Invoice will be sent via email and must be paid  by the payment deadline.  

Cancellation Refund: Cancellations prior to May 15th will be subject to a $20.00 cancellation fee if their  exhibitor fee has already been paid. Exhibitor fees in full will be forfeited for cancellations after this date  regardless of reason.  

Craft Fair Rules have been developed to clearly define what you can expect from us and what we expect from  you. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask.  

● Check in at the Information Tent before you go to your booth.  

● Load In and Load Out Rules  

o This is important to keep things smooth for all vendors to get in and out efficiently and reduce  congestion on Locust Street. We will be strongly enforcing this.  

o Once checked in, you may drive to your booth, and you must move your vehicle immediately  after you unload. Do NOT set up your booth before you move your vehicle.  

o At the conclusion of the event, you must completely break down your booth BEFORE you can  bring your vehicle in. Once you are broken down, you will locate a volunteer or visit the  information tent to receive your load out pass. 

o Once you have received your load out pass, retrieve your vehicle, and follow direction from the  volunteer.  

o All vehicles MUST be off the street by 9:30 AM  

● You must provide your own tent, tables, and anything you need in your exhibit area.  

● There is no electricity or WiFi available on site.  

● Tents must be weighted with 40 lbs weights. Booth areas are on cement (no staking)  

● There will be space behind the booths for backstock, but sidewalks must be kept clear for pedestrians  and wheelchairs.  

● Parking for vendors located in the county lot on the corner of Water Street and Cutler Street (Next to  Village Express gas station)

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:  

• Applications MUST include your Sales Tax ID Number. The Michigan Department of Treasury governs  regulations relative to sales tax and can be contacted at 517-373-3200 or www.michigan.gov/treasury  regarding the sales tax license or the waiver process. You are responsible for understanding your sales  tax obligation and complying with all state and federal regulations.  

• Applications MUST include a minimum of four (4) photographs; three (3) of handcrafted products to be  sold, one (1) of your booth.  

• All crafts displayed and for sale must be the CREATIVE DESIGN OF AND/OR HANDCRAFTED BY THE VENDOR.  We reserve the right to reject any applicant prior to or during the show due to product and/or service  misrepresentation. Exhibitors who display items not approved by the Jurying Committee, items not  included in the exhibitor’s application will be notified to remove the items from sale up to and including  dismissal from the show with full forfeiture of all fees paid. All items on display for sale must represent the  handcrafted work submitted on the application form and in the accompanying photographs, be neatly  arranged and clearly marked with prices.  

• Applicants are expected to communicate via electronic mail. Exhibitors are required to include a reliable e-mail  address on the application.  

Questions regarding this application can be or e-mailed to bridgefestartmarket@gmail.com. We look forward  to working with you in making this a successful show and a positive experience for everyone!