THE MARKET VENDOR APPLICATION

The Market Vendor Agreement

Thank you for your interest in the 2026 Blues & BBQ Festival!

Please review the following rules, regulations, and important details carefully. By completing your registration through our online festival management system, you agree to all terms outlined in this document.

THE MARKET BOOTH INFORMATION
The Market is a designated area for vendors selling food and/or music-related products. Each booth space is a 10×10 open space in the grass area. Multiple booth spaces are available upon request. Please indicate the number of spaces needed during your online registration.

Consideration will be given to location requests; however, the Festival Producer will make the final decision based on the overall show layout and environment.

2026 Vendor Rate:  $100 per booth space  +  $60 City of Blue Ridge Permit

($160 total for one booth space)
 

Please direct questions to:

Paul Gribble – 770-546-9614

Blue Ridge Lodging Association &

Blues & BBQ Festival

RULES AND REGULATIONS

BOOTH ATTENDANCE: Each vendor is required to keep at least one attendant in their booth from 11:30 AM until 8:00 PM, at minimum.

NOISE: Exhibits that include musical instruments, radios, sound equipment, public address systems, or any loud machinery must be operated at a volume that does not interrupt or disturb adjacent vendors and their patrons.

OPERATING RESTRICTIONS: The serving or distribution of alcoholic beverages by vendors anywhere within the Festival area is strictly prohibited. Distribution of fliers is not permitted outside the marked boundaries of your assigned booth space.

LIABILITY AND INSURANCE: Every reasonable precaution will be taken by the Festival to protect property during setup, the festival period, and removal. However, neither the Festival Committee, service contractors, nor any officers or staff members are responsible for the safety of property or vendors from theft, fire, accident, vandalism, or other causes. Security guards employed by the Festival are on duty during festival hours only, and management cannot be held responsible for vendor property. Each vendor assumes full responsibility for compliance with all applicable local, city, state, and federal safety, fire, health, and other ordinances and laws regarding the installation and operation of equipment, displays, and exhibit materials.

SUBLETTING OF SPACE: Vendors agree not to assign, sublet, or share any portion of their allotted space. No vendor will be permitted to sell or display products or services outside the confines of their assigned booth area.

SETUP, DISMANTLING, AND GATE INFORMATION

SETUP: Tents may be brought in and set up on Friday, September 18, 2026, starting at 4:00 PM. Your space should be ready for attendees by 11:00 AM on Saturday, September 19, 2026.

DISMANTLING: Dismantling may begin just before dark on Saturday, September 19, 2026. All materials must be cleared from the premises no later than 9:00 AM on Sunday, September 20, 2026. The Festival reserves the right, with no liability for damage, spoilage, or loss, to dismantle, dispose of, store, or clear from the premises any materials or property belonging to a vendor who has failed to comply. This policy will be strictly enforced.

GATE INFORMATION: Gates will be set up and closed off by 10:00 AM on festival day. Vehicles are strictly prohibited from entering the grass areas after 10:00 AM.

UTILITIES

WATER: The Festival will not provide water to any Market vendor.

ELECTRICAL: The Festival will not provide power to any Market vendor. Small generators are permitted only with prior approval. Please note this during your online registration if applicable.

IMPORTANT REMINDERS & KEY DATES

DETAILS

Friday, Sept. 18, 2026 Vendor setup begins: 4:00 PM

Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026 Gates close / no vehicles on grass: 10:00 AM

Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026 Spaces ready for attendees: 11:00 AM

Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026 Festival day: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM

Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026 Dismantling begins: just before dark

Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026 All materials cleared by 9:00 AM
 

Vendor spaces are limited and sell out quickly each year. Your prompt online registration and payment will confirm your space. By completing your registration, you acknowledge that you have read, understand, and agree to all rules and regulations outlined in this document.

QUESTIONS?

Paul Gribble  –  770-546-9614

Blue Ridge Lodging Association  |  Blues & BBQ Festival

PO Box 2501, Blue Ridge, GA 30513