Artisan and Craft Vendor

Artisan & Craft Market 
The Heart of the Lakes Festival Artisan & Craft Market celebrates creativity, craftsmanship, and community. This curated market features talented local and regional artists, makers, and craftspeople offering unique, high-quality, and handmade goods in the heart of downtown Commerce.

Vendors are selected to create a diverse and engaging shopping experience for festival guests. The market is designed to highlight originality, artistic skill, and products that are thoughtfully made or designed by the vendor.

2026 Vendor Hours:
Saturday June 13th, 10:00am-5:00pm

Vendor Booth Guidelines
Heart of the Lakes Festival
June 13, 2026
Commerce Village

Thank you for participating in the Heart of the Lakes Festival! To ensure a successful and enjoyable experience for all exhibitors and attendees, please review the following guidelines.

Booth Setup & Breakdown
• Setup begins at 8:00am and must be completed by 10:00am.
• Exhibitors must check in upon arrival at the designated exhibitor check-in area located at 110 W. Commerce Rd, Commerce Township, MI.
• Load-in instructions and permit will be emailed to each vendor. Bring this with you to load-in.
• Booth assignments will be provided in advance. Exhibitors must set up in their designated space.
• Unload completely and move your vehicle out; only then begin to set up your booth.
• Breakdown begins at 5:00pm and must be completed by 6:00pm.
• Exhibitors may not dismantle or vacate their booth before the official event end time.
• To ensure pedestrian safety and a smooth transition, vehicle access to the event site is prohibited during the event and breakdown. All vendors are required to bring a hand cart for transporting materials to and from their booth. Event staff will be on-site to provide assistance with heavy items as needed.

Booth Specifications
• Booth spaces will be 10’ x 10’.
• Booth decorations and signage must be secure and professional in appearance.
• All displays must be contained within the assigned booth space and must not block walkways or neighboring exhibitors.
• Tables, chairs, and pop-up tents must be provided by vendors.
• Electricity is not available. Bring your own battery setup if needed.

Product & Service Guidelines
• Exhibitors must only display and sell approved products or services as listed in their application. To maintain a family-friendly community event, vendors may not sell, represent, endorse, or relate to products generally requiring a customer to be eighteen (18) years of age or older to purchase or possess.
• No counterfeit, illegal, or hazardous items may be sold or distributed.
• Food vendors must comply with local health regulations and provide necessary permits. Spacing for food vendors will be limited. Please contact Parks@Commercetwp.com prior to submitting a vendor application.
• Distribution of promotional materials must be confined to the exhibitor’s booth space.

Event Conduct & Responsibilities
• Exhibitors must have a representative present at their booth at all times during event hours.
• All exhibitors are responsible for maintaining a clean and safe booth area.
• Exhibitors are expected to conduct themselves professionally and courteously.
• Noise levels, including music or demonstrations, must not disrupt neighboring exhibitors.
• No open flames, smoking, or hazardous materials are allowed.

Liability & Compliance
• Exhibitors are responsible for their own liability insurance and compliance with local regulations.
• Commerce Township is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged items.
• Exhibitors must adhere to all venue rules and guidelines.
• Any violations of these guidelines may result in removal from the event without refund.

Parking & Load-In/Load-Out
• Designated parking for exhibitors will be sent prior to the event date.
• Load-in and load-out must take place only at designated times and locations.
• Vehicles must be moved to designated parking areas after unloading.

Cancellation & Refund Policy
• There will be no refunds for cancellations or no-shows.
• The event will proceed rain or shine unless otherwise notified by the event organizers.

For any questions or special requests, please contact Parks@Commercetwp.com.

Thank you for being a part of our Heart of the Lakes Festival! We look forward to a fantastic event.