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International Group Vendor Application

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Deadline: Sep 18, 2022 11:59 pm (GMT-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
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Date: Sep 24, 2022 12:00 pm - Sep 25, 2022 7:00 pm (EDT)
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Fayetteville, North Carolina
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$75-250

About the event

44th Annual International Folk Festival September 23rd- September 25th All nationalities join together each year at The Arts Council's International Folk Festival to honor and celebrate our diverse cultural heritage as ONE COMMUNITY. Now in its 44th year, our region's longest-standing family festival features over 30+ CULTURAL GROUPS represented in our Parade of Nations, International Café & Cultural performances which unify in sharing the artistic vibrancy of their heritage. 50,000-75,000+ ATTENDEES enjoy an array of festivities in the performing arts, live music and dance, international cuisines, ART Market, Kids Area, and lots of family-friendly fun Arts Market Parade of Nations Around the World 5k Run International Cuisines Cultural Performances Interactive Art Installations Kids Area
The Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County
The Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County
The Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County
The Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County

About the application

One of the best known features of the International Folk Festival is the International food, art, and merchandise.  We partner with artists and vendors from our local community as well as across the state/region, and we would like to invite all of our International Community Friends to reach out for opportunities. 
 
International Cultural Vendor Hours:
Saturday September 24th 12pm-7pm
Sunday September 25th   12pm-7pm
 
Artists in this category are affiliated with non-profits, cultural organizations and artists that support these cultural communities via sales of their food, merchandise, and art.  In order to apply as an International Group Vendor you must have approval from Arts Council staff.  For more information contact Antonio Renteria at AntonioR@theartscouncil.com or 910-323-1776.

Terms & Conditions

In addition to the terms and conditions listed on this application, each accepted vendor is a representation of The Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County and is expected to maintain a level of professionalism and care for the ARTS.  We have the authority and responsibility to remove any vendors that do not comply with our internal festival rules/guidelines as well as local/federal guidelines.
 
Furthermore, Accepted vendors will receive additional information about festival rules to include parking, vendor set-up, load-in and a variety of other questions.

Prices

International Food Vendor $250 Non-refundable This price includes one 20x10 booth space at our 44th Annual International Folk Festival. The Arts Council will provide each Group with a space number, country sign, and 20x10 space NOT INCLUDING ELECTRICITY. The group will be responsible for any tent, tables, chairs, merchandise, wifi access and other equipment needed to sell your art/wares/food during the event. If accepted... Vendors will be invoiced the full amount via email. Vendors can choose to pay invoice via credit card, check or can call the Arts Council at 910-323-1776 for alternative/in-person options.
International Merchandise Vendor $175 Non-refundable This price includes one 10x10 booth space at our 44th Annual International Folk Festival. The Arts Council will provide each group with a space number, country sign, and 10x10 space NOT INCLUDING ELECTRICITY. The group will be responsible for any tent, tables, chairs, merchandise, wifi access and other equipment needed to sell your art/wares during the event. If accepted... Vendors will be invoiced the full amount via email. Vendors can choose to pay invoice via credit card, check or can call the Arts Council at 910-323-1776 for alternative/in-person options.
International Arts and Crafts Booth $75 Non-refundable This price includes one 10x10 booth space at our 44th Annual International Folk Festival. The Arts Council will provide each Artist with a space number and 10x10 space NOT INCLUDING ELECTRICITY. The artist will be responsible for any tent, tables, chairs, merchandise, wifi access and other equipment needed to sell your art/wares during the event. If accepted... Vendors will be invoiced the full amount via email. Vendors can choose to pay invoice via credit card, check or can call the Arts Council at 910-323-1776 for alternative/in-person options.
Late Fee $50 Non-refundable Any applications submitted after August 30, 2022 will be subject to a $50.00 late fee. These applications will taken on a case-by-case basis and dependent on festival space availability.
Electricity $25 Non-refundable Due to the nature of the festival being an outdoor event during the day there is not a need for artists to purchase electricity for lighting. However, to make a more comfortable experience for artists using pay systems, small fans or other small electrical uses we will provide outlet access for an additional $25.

Questions on the application

Business information

  • Business name
  • Legal business name
  • Contact name
  • Address
  • Email
  • Phone
  • Website (Optional)
  • Logo (Optional)

Additional information

  • What country/cultural group do you represent? (Argentina, Hawaii, Haiti, Carribbean, Mexico etc.)
  • How did you hear about this opportunity?
  • Describe or List all items/foods being sold
  • How will you be cooking? (Check all that apply)
  • Do you have any special requests?
International Group Vendor Application
International Group Vendor Application
44th Annual International Folk Festival
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