2026 Food Vendors

Join us for the fastest-growing festival in the region—a two-day, rain-or-shine celebration along the scenic Little River Waterfront (4469 Mineola Ave, Little River, SC 29566). This beloved southern street festival features approximately 200 vendors showcasing handcrafted goods, local art, delicious food, unique products, and community information. Enjoy live entertainment, specialty foods, fresh seafood, and more in a vibrant, family-friendly atmosphere.

To be considered as a vendor, please submit your completed application by August 30, 2026.
Each accepted vendor will receive one 10' x 10' booth space you can purchased and additional booth and additional foootage if needed. Each vendor receives two worker passes. 

ELIGIBILITY
Booth space is available to artisans, crafters, and approved business or community organizations. Only the business or organization listed on the application may operate in the assigned space. Booth sharing is not allowed. Flea market items will not be accepted. All applications and products are subject to committee review. The committee reserves the right to reject any vendor or product. All decisions are final.

BOOTH SPACE & FEES

• Standard booth size is 10’ x 10’

• Booths must include a tent or canopy (no flat tarps)

• All tents must be properly weighted

• Booth surfaces may be asphalt, gravel, or grass

• Food Vendors $550 per booth (limit 2)

• Booth fee includes 2 worker passes

• Additional worker passes: $5 each

• All displays must fit within the booth footprint

• Vendors must remain inside their space during festival hours

• Similar product categories may be limited to ensure variety

PHOTOS
All applicants must upload 2–4 clear photos of their booth, products, and/or menu. Photos will not be returned.

APPLICATION DEADLINE & ACCEPTANCE

• Deadline: August 30, 2026

• Vendors will be notified via email upon acceptance

• Only accepted vendors will be charged

• Acceptance is a commitment to attend—no refunds

ELECTRICITY

• Limited and first-come, first-served

• $25 for 120V

• $100 for 240V

• Vendors must bring a 100-foot extension cord

SALES TAX
All vendors are responsible for collecting and remitting South Carolina sales tax. A valid SC sales tax ID is required. Visit www.sctax.org or call 1-844-898-8542 for assistance.

VENDOR CHECK-IN & SETUP

• Check-in based on booth number

• Check-in closes at 8:00 AM Saturday

• No entry after 8:00 AM; no refunds

• Vehicles must be off festival grounds by 8:00 AM both days

SATURDAY GUIDELINES

• Booths must remain open until 5:00 PM

• Early breakdown will result in disqualification from future events

• Vehicles are not allowed on festival grounds during hours

• You may leave tents/large items overnight; take valuables with you

• The festival is not responsible for loss or theft

SUNDAY GUIDELINES

• No check-in required; be ready by 9:00 AM

• Breakdown begins at 5:00 PM—no earlier

• Vehicles may enter only when:

  1. Booth is fully broken down

  2. Cleared by security

  3. Vehicle pass is issued

• All vendors must exit by 12:00 midnight

• Early breakdown may result in exclusion from future events

VENDOR PARKING

• Parking is at your own risk

• Limited reserved parking (1 vehicle per application)

• Must park in assigned lot with valid parking pass

• Plan ahead if vehicle access is needed during the day—roads close at 8:00 AM

SECURITY
Security is provided by private staff and off-duty law enforcement. However, vendors are responsible for their own booths and products.

CLEAN-UP & WASTE DISPOSAL

• Vendors must remove their own trash to designated dumpsters

• No dumping of ice, water, grease, or greywater in storm drains or restrooms

• Violators will be banned from future events

• Ask staff where to dispose of specific waste materials

GATE PASSES
Each booth includes 2 worker passes per day. Additional passes are $5 each.

LIABILITY & INSURANCE
Vendors are solely responsible for their property and staff.
The Little River ShrimpFest and Chamber are not liable for loss, damage, or injury.
All vendors must sign a Hold Harmless Agreement.
Food vendors, amusements, and vendors with animals may be required to provide a Certificate of Insurance.

Need event insurance? We've got you covered. Weekend festival liability insurance is available for purchase as an optional add-on through the Chamber, a simple, affordable option for vendors who don't carry their own policy or prefer single-event coverage. Coverage details, pricing, and enrollment instructions will be provided to accepted vendors prior to the event.

PETS
Pets and animals are not allowed in booths or on festival grounds. Service pets are allowed
Exceptions may be made for approved vendors who work with animals and provide a Certificate of Insurance. Note this request in your application.

SPECIAL REQUESTS
Special requests may be made on the application, but are not guaranteed.

NO REFUNDS
This is a rain-or-shine event. No refunds will be issued.