Christmas in July Festival - Snacks and Drinks Vendor Application

🎄 Christmas in July Festival – Snacks and Drinks Application 🎄

📅 July 11th, 2026
📍 Kennedy Creek Resort

🚨 Spaces are EXTREMELY limited — early applications are strongly encouraged!

 
Join us for Christmas in July 2026—a one-of-a-kind celebration that brings holiday magic to the middle of summer!

Mark your calendars for July 11th from 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM and experience an unforgettable day at the beautiful mountain setting of Kennedy Creek Resort in Suches, GA.

✨ FREE admission for ALL ages!

Step into a winter wonderland with a summertime twist—meet Santa, take in the scenic mountain views, and enjoy the joy of Christmas without the cold. Whether you're here to relax, explore, or celebrate, there’s something for everyone.

 
🎅 What to Expect:
Live Music
Bounce Houses & Water Slides for nonstop kid-friendly fun
Local Vendors offering unique goods, treats, and gifts
Interactive Games & Activities for all ages
Delicious Food & Drinks
Snow Machines, festive décor, and holiday magic
Campsites available for a full weekend getaway
 
Bring your friends, bring your family, and don’t forget your holiday spirit! From dancing to live music to snapping photos with Santa, this event blends summer vibes with festive cheer for a truly memorable experience.

Make it a day trip—or turn it into a weekend escape!

👉 Learn more or book your stay: https://www.kennedycreekresort.com/

 
🍴 Food Vendor Information
Due to limited space, food vendors will be carefully selected based on:

Menu variety
Food quality
Professionalism
Overall festival fit
We strongly encourage all applicants to review the terms and conditions prior to submission.

Kennedy Creek Resort and Goin’ Social Events reserve the right to refuse any vendor.

⚠️ PLEASE NOTE: All full-scale businesses must apply as a sponsor.

 
👉 Do not wait—once spots are filled, applications will close.

Christmas in July Festival 2026
Kennedy Creek Resort |  July 11th, 2026

By submitting an application and/or participating in the Christmas in July Festival 2026 (“Event”), the snacks and drinks vendor (“Vendor”) agrees to the following Terms and Conditions as set forth by Goin’ Social Events, Kennedy Creek Resort, and any affiliated partners (“Event Producers”).

 
1. Compliance With Laws & Regulations
Vendor agrees to comply with all applicable federal, State of Georgia, Union County, and local regulations, including but not limited to:

Georgia Department of Public Health requirements
Local health department regulations
Union County Fire Marshal regulations
Vendor is solely responsible for obtaining and maintaining all required licenses, permits, approvals, and inspections necessary to operate at the Event.

 
2. Insurance & Risk Acknowledgement
General event insurance is provided by Goin’ Social Events as the Event Producer. While individual vendor insurance is recommended, it is not required.

Vendor acknowledges and agrees that participation is at Vendor’s own risk and is responsible for protecting their property, equipment, staff, and operations.

 
3. Health, Safety & Fire Regulations
Vendor must comply with all Fire Marshal and public safety requirements, including but not limited to:

Approved fire extinguishers on-site at all times
Proper propane usage and storage
Generator safety, placement, and noise compliance
Food handling and sanitation standards as required by law
Failure to comply may result in immediate removal from the Event without refund.

 
4. Menu, Pricing & Product Approval
All menus, pricing, and food offerings must be submitted for approval. No substitutions, additions, or pricing changes may be made without prior written consent from Event Producers.

Event Producers reserve the right to limit menu overlap and restrict specific food items to maintain a curated vendor mix.

 
5. Load-In, Operations & Breakdown
Vendor agrees to comply with all assigned:

Load-in and load-out times
Booth/tent space assignments
Required operational hours
All vendors MUST remain on-site, fully set up, and staffed for the entire duration of the Event.

Failure to operate for the full duration, early departure, or late arrival may result in penalties, forfeiture of fees, or exclusion from future events.

 
6. Electricity & Power
Electricity is limited and NOT guaranteed. Vendors requiring power must request it in advance within their application.

Vendors are strongly encouraged to bring their own generator or independent power source. Event Producers cannot guarantee voltage, outlets, or availability of electricity.

 
7. Cleanliness & Waste Disposal
Vendor is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe vending area at all times.

All trash, grease, wastewater, and debris must be disposed of in approved locations
Dumping grease or wastewater on-site or into storm drains is strictly prohibited
Violations may result in fines or removal from the Event.

 
8. Liability Waiver & Indemnification
Vendor agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Goin’ Social Events, Kennedy Creek Resort, Union County, and all affiliated parties from any and all claims, damages, losses, liabilities, or expenses arising from Vendor participation, including but not limited to:

Personal injury
Illness
Property damage
Regulatory violations
 
9. No Guarantee of Sales or Attendance
Vendor acknowledges that Event Producers do not guarantee:

Sales volume or profitability
Attendance numbers
Weather conditions
Event outcomes
Event Producers shall not be liable for loss of revenue, unsold product, weather-related impacts, or low attendance.

 
10. Cancellation, Weather & Force Majeure
The Event will take place rain or shine.

All vendor fees and deposits are non-refundable, including in cases of:

Severe weather
Acts of God
Government orders
Public safety concerns
Any circumstances beyond Event Producers’ control
 
11. Right of Refusal & Removal
Event Producers reserve the absolute right to:

Refuse any vendor application
Reassign vendor locations
Remove any vendor for non-compliance, safety concerns, misrepresentation, or inappropriate conduct
Removal will be without refund.

 
12. Governing Law & Venue
These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by the laws of the State of Georgia, with venue for any legal action exclusively in Union County, Georgia.

 
13. Acceptance of Terms
Submission of an application, payment of fees, and/or participation in the Event constitutes full acceptance of these Terms and Conditions.