VENDOR APPLICATION FOR CRAFT BUSINESSES

Craft Business Application: 6th Annual Spring Fling (2026)

Location: Bella Abzug Park (524 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001)

Welcome back to the 6th Annual Spring Fling! What started as a vision for a free public art & music festival has blossomed into a New York City tradition. We are thrilled to invite you to join us in Hudson Yards as we continue to grow this hub of creativity for our 2026 season.

Major Updates for 2026

To better support our community, we have lowered most vendor fees by up to 20% for 2026. Please review the following change carefully:

• No Rentals Provided: In order to offer these reduced rates, rentals (tents, tables, and chairs) are no longer included in the vendor fee.
• BYO-Setup: All vendors are now responsible for bringing their own professional setups.

 
EVENT DATES & TIMES

Location: Bella Abzug Park (524 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001)

The Saturday Series (Block 1): 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM

• Saturday, June 6th
• Saturday, June 13th
• Saturday, June 20th

The Main Festival Weekend (Blocks 1 & 2): 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM

•  Saturday, June 27th
• Sunday, June 28th

 
VENDOR SPACE OPTIONS

Please note: Vendor spaces are curated internally. Placement requests will be disregarded. We aim for a diverse vendor selection and limit similar businesses.

Premier Tent Spaces:

• Location: Directly in front of the Hudson Yards train station entrance.
• Benefits: Highest visibility and foot traffic from commuters and visitors.
• Ideal For: Established brands, high-end products, and vendors seeking maximum exposure.
• Size: 10'x10' (No rentals included; vendor must provide tent, weights, tables, and chairs)

Tent Spaces (33rd Street):

• Location: Along 33rd Street, across from The Vessel.
• Benefits: Excellent visibility, close to the park entrance, and part of the main festival flow.
• Ideal For: Wide range of vendors, from artisans to fine artists, seeking good visibility and access to main traffic.
• Size: 10'x10' (No rentals included; vendor must provide tent, weights, tables, and chairs)

Sidewalk Table Spaces:

• Location: Outside Bella Abzug Park, along Hudson Blvd East or 33rd Street.
• Benefits: More affordable, visible to pedestrians.
• Ideal For: Smaller vendors, compact setups (jewelry, small crafts), and budget-friendly options.
• Size: 4'x6' Footprint (No rentals included; vendor must provide table and chair)

Within the Park Table Spaces:

• Location: Inside Bella Abzug Park.
• Benefits: Immersed in the festival atmosphere, convenient for attendees.
• Ideal For: Relaxed atmosphere, unique products/experiences, affordability, and first-time vendors.
• Size: 4'x6' Footprint (No rentals included; vendor must provide table and chair)

WHAT YOUR VENDOR FEE INCLUDES (2026)

Even with our 20% fee reduction, we are committed to providing high-value support for our artists. Your fee includes:

• Commemorative Event Lanyard: A special 6th-anniversary keepsake for your credentials.
• Personalized Digital Flyers: Custom marketing assets to help you promote your appearance at Spring Fling to your followers.
• Professional Event Photos: High-resolution shots of your booth and work taken by our event photographer—perfect for your portfolio or social media.
• Prioritized Customer Service: Direct support through Eventeny for all your logistical and setup questions.

ELIGIBLE INDUSTRIES

This application is specifically for creative businesses working in these industries:

• Jewelry
• Candle Making
• T-shirt Design & Screen Printing
• Fashion Designers & Leather Goods
• Handbag Makers
• Upcycled Products

Note: If your business or medium is not listed above, please visit www.coloredcolors.com/springfling for our other applications.

IMPORTANT REQUIREMENTS

• Tent Safety: All 10'x10' tents must be professional (branding encouraged) and must be properly weighted. Stakes are strictly prohibited in the park.
• Power/Wi-Fi: The event does not provide electricity or Wi-Fi.

APPLICATION REVIEW & DEADLINES

• Review Timeline: 24–48 hours. Your card will be charged automatically upon approval.
• First Deadline: May 1st, 2026.
• Late Fee: A $20 late fee applies to all applications submitted after May 1st.
• Communication: All logistics will be sent via EVENTENY. Please ensure you have the app downloaded.

MISSION & PARTNERSHIP
None of this programming would be possible without the invaluable support of our partners, the Hudson Yards Hell's Kitchen (HYHK) Alliance. We wholeheartedly endorse their mission to promote public art and artists in enhancing public space. By providing access to free, world-class art, HYHK enriches the physical environment and highlights the unique vibrancy of our community.

Why Your Support Matters: Your fee supports independent musicians, staffing, and community-wide marketing. Colored Colors does not receive state or county funding; our programs are fueled by your participation.

2026 VENDOR AGREEMENT & TERMS AND CONDITIONS

1. SERVICE DEFINITION & VENDOR EXPECTATIONS

• Nature of Service: The Vendor acknowledges that Colored Colors is providing rental of ground space only ("Booth Space") within a public setting, along with general event marketing.
• No Guarantees of Performance: Colored Colors does not guarantee specific sales numbers, specific foot traffic volume, or a specific number of participating vendors on any given day.
• Market Fluctuations: As a grassroots, open-air event, the layout, total number of vendors, and public attendance can fluctuate based on weather, vendor cancellations, and other variables. A reduction in the total number of vendors or changes to the floor plan does not constitute a "material deviation" from the advertised event and is not grounds for a refund or dispute.
• Sales Responsibility: Colored Colors does not take a commission on sales. Lack of sales, low foot traffic, or subjective dissatisfaction with the event atmosphere are not grounds for a refund or credit.

2. LIABILITY AND INDEMNIFICATION

• Neither Colored Colors nor its partners, sponsors, affiliates, officers, agents, or employees are liable or responsible for any accidents, personal injury, lost, stolen, or damaged goods occurring during the event.
• Indemnification: By signing this agreement, the Vendor agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Colored Colors and its associated partners (including but not limited to NYC Parks, local Business Improvement Districts, and event sponsors) from any claims, damages, or liabilities arising out of the Vendor’s participation or negligence.
• Insurance: We strongly encourage all vendors to secure temporary event insurance to protect their own inventory and liability.

3. REFUND POLICY (STRICT NO CASH REFUNDS)

• Non-Refundable Fees: All fees paid are non-refundable. Under no circumstances are monetary refunds issued.
• Credit System: In applicable cancellation cases outlined below, a Credit may be issued. All credits are valid for one year from the original event date.

4. VENDOR CANCELLATION POLICY

If a vendor wishes to cancel, the request must be submitted in writing via Eventeny or events@coloredcolors.com. Credit eligibility is determined by the date the written notice is received:

• Cancellation 60+ Days Prior: Full Credit issued (minus $10 administrative fee per event day).
• Cancellation 15 to 59 Days Prior: 50% Credit issued.
• Cancellation 3 to 14 Days Prior: 25% Credit issued.
• Cancellation Less than 72 Hours (3 Days) Prior: NO CREDIT ISSUED

5. NO-SHOW & LATE ARRIVAL FEES

• Vendors will receive a confirmation text 48 hours prior to the event to confirm attendance.
• No-Show Penalty: If a vendor does not cancel and fails to attend ("No Show"), or arrives after the designated load-in window without prior notice, they forfeit their booth fee in full (0% Credit) and will be charged a $50 No-Show Fee to the card on file.

6. WEATHER & RAIN DATE POLICY Due to NYC Parks regulations, rain dates are not permitted. Events proceed rain or shine. Dates may be postponed only at the sole discretion of Colored Colors in cases of Extreme Weather or Safety Hazards, defined as:

• Lightning, Winds exceeding 30 mph, or Snow accumulation >3 inches.
• Extreme temperatures (<20°F or >95°F).
• Closure of public transport hubs (e.g., Hudson Yards subway) or government-mandated closures.

If an event is postponed by the organizers due to these conditions, vendors receive a FULL CREDIT valid for one year. No cash refunds are issued for weather cancellations.

7. FULL EVENT CANCELLATION (FORCE MAJEURE)

In the event of a full cancellation due to "Unforeseen Circumstances" (Natural Disasters, Acts of God, Government Mandates, Civil Unrest, Pandemics, or Infrastructure Failures), the event will be postponed. Vendors will receive a FULL CREDIT valid for one year from the cancellation date.

8. AUDITS & PRODUCT COMPLIANCE

• Audits are conducted prior to the event start. Your setup must match the products and professional standards listed in your application.
• Prohibited Items: Alcohol and THC products are strictly prohibited.
• Non-Compliance: If a discrepancy is found, Colored Colors reserves the right to remove the vendor from the event immediately without refund or credit.

9. CHARGEBACK & DISPUTE POLICY

By signing this application, the Vendor acknowledges that all sales are final. Any attempt to file a dispute or chargeback with a financial institution claiming "Services Not Provided" or "Item Not as Described" when the Booth Space was made available will be considered a breach of contract and fraud.

• Colored Colors will submit this signed agreement, proof of event operation, and check-in logs as evidence to the financial institution.
• Vendors who file fraudulent chargebacks will be permanently banned from all future Colored Colors events.