Application

First Friday - 250th Celebration

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Deadline: Jul 03, 2026 11:59 pm (GMT-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
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Date: Jul 03, 2026 4:00 pm - Jul 03, 2026 10:00 pm (EDT)
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Milford, Delaware
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$1.00 - $200.00

About the application

Downtown Milford Inc. will hold a spectacular community celebration as part of our monthly First Friday event, culminating with a breathtaking laser light show over downtown Milford. This special event will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States while bringing together families, residents, visitors, businesses and community partners for an unforgettable evening of patriotism, pride and celebration.Thousands are expected to gather in Bicentennial Park for this unique experience. The evening will feature shopping, dining, entertainment, community engagement activities, ending with the laser light show designed to celebrate our nation's history as well as the spirit and vibrancy of our community.Our goal is $30,000 to bring this experience to life. Your sponsorship helps create a free, family-friendly community event; supports downtown businesses; celebrates the 250th Anniversary of America; attract visitors from all over Delaware and the surrounding areas; demonstrate your commitment to community engagement and pride; and postiion your business as a champion of Downtown Milford.

About the event

Downtown Milford Inc. will hold a spectacular community celebration as part of our monthly First Friday event, culminating with a breathtaking laser light show over downtown Milford. This special event will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States while bringing together families, residents, visitors, businesses and community partners for an unforgettable evening of patriotism, pride and celebration.Thousands are expected to gather in Bicentennial Park for this unique experience. The evening will feature shopping, dining, entertainment, community engagement activities, ending with the laser light show designed to celebrate our nation's history as well as the spirit and vibrancy of our community.Our goal is $30,000 to bring this experience to life. Your sponsorship helps create a free, family-friendly community event; supports downtown businesses; celebrates the 250th Anniversary of America; attract visitors from all over Delaware and the surrounding areas; demonstrate your commitment to community engagement and pride; and postiion your business as a champion of Downtown Milford.
Downtown Milford Inc.
Downtown Milford Inc.

Terms & Conditions

If you are a. non-profit or downtown Milford brick-and-mortar business, please use the discount code FREE at the top of the category page. You will still need to enter a credit card, but you should not be charged. If you are, we will refund you.

 

REMINDER:  All vendors who sell prepared foods must have a health department certification and it must be provided with the application. It must also be displayed the day of the event.

 

DO NOT UPLOAD PHOTOS OF YOUR MERCHANDISE. PLEASE ONLY USE THE UPLOAD FOR YOUR HEALTH DEPARTMENT CERTIFICATION.

Prices

Artisan Vendor $50.00 Non-refundable Artisan vendors those who sell items that are purchased from national vendors - Pampered Chef, Avon, Tupperware, etc. This also includes purchased tumblers or jewelry items not made at home
Artisan Vendor - 2 spaces $100.00 Non-refundable Artisan vendors those who sell items that are purchased from national vendors - Pampered Chef, Avon, Tupperware, etc. This also includes purchased tumblers or jewelry items not made at home
Home Crafter $25.00 Non-refundable Home crafters create everything they sell by hand. They do not purchase items for resale, but create unique, one-of-a-kind inventory.
Home Crafter - 2 Spaces $50.00 Non-refundable Home crafters create everything they sell by hand. They do not purchase items for resale, but create unique, one-of-a-kind inventory.
Business or National Organization Outside of Downtown $100.00 Non-refundable Businesses and national organizations that are for-profit and outside the Downtown Milford Inc. footprint
Business or National Organization Outside Downtown - 2 spaces $200.00 Non-refundable Businesses and national organizations that are for-profit and outside the Downtown Milford Inc. footprint
Non-Profit or Downtown Brick-and-Mortar Businesses $1.00 Non-profits and businesses within the Downtown Milford footprint. Please remember to enter FREE in the code above the category before checking out.
Non-profit or Downtown Milford business - 2nd space $25.00 Non-refundable Businesses and national organizations that are for-profit and outside the Downtown Milford Inc. footprint - only one space is free.
Food Truck $150.00 Non-refundable Reminder: All food trucks must have a valid health department certificate

Questions on the application

Business information

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

Additional information

  • BRIEFLY describe the items you sell/give away

Picture requirements

  • Minimum pictures required: 0
First Friday - 250th Celebration
First Friday - 250th Celebration
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