Non-Profit Vendor

This application is for Non-Profit Vendors only.

• Standard tent vendor space is 10x10 - no additional space for storage.
• Electricity will not be provided. 
• Tent, tables, and chairs will not be provided. 

Early Bird Pricing (March - April 30th, 2026)

Regular Pricing (May 1st - June 30th, 2026)

Required Application Materials:

• Online Application Submittal
• Application Fee
  • If your application is not accepted, you will be refunded.
  • If you are accepted, and withdraw after June 1st, no refund will be issued. 
• Signature on Health & Responsibility Agreement
• At least four photos of your setup and products to be sold
• Proof of 501(c)(3)

We do not guarantee spots to any participating vendor. Spots are allocated based on spacing and availability. If you are a returning vendor, you are not guaranteed the same spot as the previous year(s). 

Due to the scope and magnitude of the NC Hot Sauce Contest, it is impossible to schedule a rain date or indoor alternative site. Therefore, if the Hot Sauce Contest and Festival is restricted or interfered with, or canceled by reason of natural catastrophes or acts of God, earthquake, fire, lightning strikes, emanating rain and flooding, or other casualty or due to strikes, riots, explosions, acts of God, war, terrorism, or a similar occurrence or condition beyond the reasonable control of the City of Oxford, registration fees will not be refunded. The NC Hot Sauce Contest is a non-profit event, with all revenues used to cover event costs and entertainment contracts, making registration fees nonrefundable after June 1, 2026. 

This form is an application for participation and is not a guarantee of space at the NC Hot Sauce Contest. The festival reserves the right to refuse any vendor application if deemed by the organizing committee. Once all applications have been reviewed, we will notify each vendor by email whether or not you were selected to participate in the festival. If you are not selected, your money will be refunded. All information contained herein is subject to change without notice.

Confirmation - Vendors will receive a confirmation email stating your application has been received. An email with instructions, a map, and set-up times will be sent prior to the event. This will include your booth location and number.  We do not guarantee spots for any participating vendor. Spots are allocated based on spacing and availability, with the understanding that this is a 2-day event.

Participants will need to have their tent set up for the full 2 days of the event. It is important to note that participants are responsible for securing their merchandise, as the City of Oxford will not be liable for any damaged or stolen items. However, for added security, the Oxford Police Department will provide overnight security during the event.  

We do not guarantee spots to any participating vendor. Spots are allocated based on spacing and availability. If you are a returning vendor, you are not guaranteed the same spot as the previous year(s).   *Fees do apply when submitting payment online*