Application

Home Based Distributor/Imports

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Deadline: Oct 23, 2026 11:00 pm (GMT-07:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
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Date: Oct 25, 2026 9:00 am - Oct 25, 2026 5:00 pm (PDT)
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Escondido, California
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$ 190.00

About the application

Direct marketing/sales of items not made by vendor (e.g. PamperedChef, Mary Kay, ColorStreet Nails, etc.). Includes imported inventory as well as curated vintage items. This also includes vending pre-packaged foods or supplements you do not make.

About the event

The Escondido Downtown Business Association and City Gates Events are excited to be hosting the debut of the "Gather on Grand" Escondido Street Festival celebrating all things community and connection in north San Diego County. This festival is located on Historic Grand Avenue between Escondido Blvd and Ivy in beautiful Downtown Escondido. In addition to the traditional street festival offerings, this year's event will include professional live music on various stages, a Beer & Wine Garden and the always popular "Art in the Garden" in the Heritage Garden area. Shop from hundreds of vendors including unique hand-crafted gifts and imports and then take a break to enjoy some local and international cuisine. Bring the whole family - come and join us!
City Gates Events
City Gates Events
City Gates Events
City Gates Events

Terms & Conditions

  • NO PAYMENT IS PROCESSED UNTIL APPLICATION ACCEPTED BY FESTIVAL MANAGER - THAT IS - NO PAYMENT IS TAKEN AT TIME APPLICATION IS SUBMITTED. Payment processes through ONLY IF application approved by Festival Manager.
  • No refunds under 30 days.
  • Greater than 30 days to Festival - booth fee refunds available less $40 cancellation processing fee. 
  • Standard exhibitor booth space is 11’ frontage by 10’ depth.
  • Exhibitor provides all display items (canopy, table, chairs, shelving, etc.) 
  • Corner booth ($50) and Endcap booths ($85 - 3-sided center aisle booth) available as upgrades
  • Self-Made Artisan category available for Intersection Center upgrade location ($775 Total)
  • Electrical available - starting at $80 for upgrade. NO REFUNDS FOR ELECTRICAL ON DAY OF EVENT.
  • Booth confirmations with load-in instructions emailed out through Eventeny approx. 3 weeks prior to festival.
  • No loud music, generators, or amplified sound without prior approval.
  • Vendors are responsible for their own sales tax collection, permits, and compliance with local/state regulations.
  • Escondido Downtown Business Association/City Gates Events and partners are not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged items.
  • The event reserves the right to remove any vendor who violates rules or engages in unsafe or disruptive behavior.
  • Vendors grant permission for their booth, products, and likeness to be photographed or recorded for promotional use.

Prices

Home Based Distributor/Imports Booth $190.00 11x10 Inline Home Based Distributor/Imports - this booth category includes direct sales/marketing items (e.g. Mary Kay, Color Street Nails, Pampered Chef); imported items; as well as curated vintage items. Any vendors selling items they do not make. Includes vending pre-pack foods or supplements not made by vendor. Greater than 30 days to Festival - refunds available less $40 cancellation processing fee. No refunds under 30 days.
Curbside Corner upgrade $50.00 Curbside Corner Upgrade (2-Sided Booth Exposure)
Center Aisle Endcap upgrade $85.00 "Center Aisle Endcap upgrade" gives vendor booth a 3-sided exposure created by a 20 ft booth gap in center aisle [$85]
Center Aisle Endcap upgrade @ Intersection $150.00 "Center Aisle Endcap upgrade @ Intersection" gives vendor a 3-sided exposure with booth front facing intersections at either Maple or Juniper. Not available at traffic circle intersections.
Intersection Center Booth upgrade $585.00 “Intersection Center Booth upgrade” is for booths in very center of intersections at Maple and Juniper cross streets only. Each intersection center has two - 10x10 booths oriented back-to-back affording 3-sided exposure to strolling public. The upgrade fee brings the total booth cost to $775 .
Electrical (Up to 13 Amps) $80.00 $80 - Electrical Hook Up (Up to 13 Amps) CURBSIDE ONLY. NOTE: Refunds available ONLY if cancelled greater than 30 days to event. No refunds day of event.
Electrical (14 Amps - <50 Amps) $150.00 $150 - Electrical Hook Up (14Amps - <50 Amps) CURBSIDE ONLY. NOTE: Refunds available ONLY if cancelled greater than 30 days to event. No refunds day of event.
Electrical (50 Amps or greater) $250.00 $250 - Electrical Hook Up (50 Amps or greater) CURBSIDE ONLY. NOTE: Refunds available ONLY if cancelled greater than 30 days to event. No refunds day of event.

Questions on the application

Business information

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

Additional information

  • As a returning vendor - do you want to return to your same booth space as in previous show? Please advise on booth location options
  • Pre-packaged food vendors - please enter San Diego County Dept of Health (DEH) food permit number .NOTE: Pre-pack booths offering sampling also require a Temp Food Facility (TFF) Permit. If not received yet - please indicate: IN PROCESS
  • Returning vendor
  • Any special placement needs related to sun/heat or perishables? If no, type "no".
  • Center Aisle - Single Booth Row. Interested in a center aisle booth? No extra charge.
  • California Seller's Permit
  • Please list a summary of the products or inventory for sale.
  • Are you a distributor for/ or selling a pre-packaged food or ingestible product (e.g. nutritional supplement, drink, etc)?
  • General Product Agreement
  • Event Terms//Cancellation Policy//Waiver of Liability as found in description box below.Please review and sign.

Picture requirements

  • Minimum pictures required: 2