Commercial Exhibitor

This section is not for commercial service businesses, concession vendors, or sponsorship. We do not accept political booths. 

The commercial application is for vendors selling high-quality products that are NOT 100% handmade by the exhibitor. Examples include Jewelry, Candles, Paintings, Sauces, and other mass-produced items.

Multi-level marketing (MLM) companies, such as Cutco, Scentsy, or Tupperware, would potentially qualify under the Commercial Vendor category. All products must be listed on the application; space is very limited, as our main focus is on Arts & Crafts vendors.

• Space size is 10' x 10', and the booth fee is $500. The space is located on Main Street.

• Cancellation Policy: Refunds requested before August 1st will be refunded 50% of the registration fee (less $25 application fee, which is non-refundable). After August 2nd, there are absolutely no refunds.

• Only top-quality/first-class items will be accepted into this area. It is not considered a "flea market" area.

• The festival is a family event & we reserve the right to deny any application/exhibit deemed inappropriate.

• The Barbecue Festival is an outdoor street festival on streets that may be sloped or uneven and proceeds rain or shine.

• The festival only supplies space. The festival does not supply tables, chairs, or tents.

• Spaces are assigned randomly; we do not entertain requests for specific locations.

• To create a nice & consistent appearance, all vendors are required to have a tent to cover each space. Tents are required and must be supplied by all vendors. Plain or tent with vendor logo only.

• All vendor spaces must remain open until the festival closes at 5:30 pm. 

• No Generators will be permitted & electrical access is not available.

• All activities must be conducted in the assigned space. Sidewalks must remain unobstructed at all times. Vendors are not permitted to solicit customers by walking into traffic areas to hand out promotional material.

• The NC Department of Revenue requires a tax identification number. www.dor.state.nc.us or call 877-252-3052 

• Clean-up: each vendor is responsible for the clean-up of exhibit space, including all trash, zip ties, cardboard, etc.


This is an electronic agreement, and by selecting and completing the application for exhibit space, you are validating and approving this agreement electronically.

I acknowledge and understand the information regarding the 2026 Barbecue Festival commercial. I understand that if I violate any regulations, the Festival Officials may terminate my participation without a refund. I waive/release The Barbecue Festival, festival organizers, the City of Lexington, Davidson County, and Preferred Events from any and all claims, including responsibility for theft, damage, loss, or injury during the setup & duration of the event.