Application

Farmers Market (plants/produce only)

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Deadline: May 30, 2027 12:00 am (GMT-07:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
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Date: May 30, 2027 9:00 am - May 30, 2027 6:00 pm (PDT)
place
Vista, California
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$ 105.00

About the application

  • Applies to all certified producers/farmers  selling agricultural products (ex, flowers, plants, succulents in plastic flats) and Certified Agricultural products (e.g. cherries, honey).
  • Provide Dept. of Agriculture Certificate
  • **NO STRAWBERRIES ALLOWED**  in this category due to exclusivity granted to event sponsor/grocer, "Frazier Farms"
  • NOTE: If you are selling designed succulent arrangements in ceramics or multiple refined products , such as a honey vendor selling lip balm, beeswax candles, as well as jars of honey, etc - please apply under the  Self-Made (Artisan/Craft) category.

About the event

Join us at the 2027 Vista Strawberry Festival! The year 2027 will see us at 16 years and still “growing”. Vista is still home to many strawberry fields, and takes pride in the fact that it hosts the only festival in San Diego County that celebrates everything "Strawberry". Come enjoy our celebration of the “berry” as we welcome 500 vendors, a 5K certified run, 1 mile and quarter mile kid's runs, unique strawberry dessert creations, pie eating competition, costumes and contests, carnival rides, music on 5 stages, international selection of foods, beer garden, artisan court, and much more on (now!) 6 streets of the beautifully renovated and historic downtown Vista! The Strawberry Festival is by far the largest community event of the year for Vista with an estimated 90,000 in attendance - join us at this "BERRY" special celebration!
City Gates Events
City Gates Events
City Gates Events
City Gates Events

Terms & Conditions

  1. $5 application fee (non-refundable) is paid upon submission
  2. NO BOOTH 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.
  3. No refunds under 30 days.
  4. Greater than 30 days to Festival - booth fee refunds available less $40 cancellation processing fee.
  5. Booth space - 10x10
  6. Exhibitor provides all display items (canopy, table, chairs, shelving, etc.)
  7. Electrical available - starting at $90 for upgrade. NO REFUNDS FOR ELECTRICAL ON DAY OF EVENT.
  8. Booth confirmations with load-in instructions emailed out through Eventeny approx. 3 weeks prior to festival.
  9. No loud music, generators, or amplified sound without prior approval.
  10. Vendors are responsible for their own sales tax collection, permits, and compliance with local/state regulations.
  11. Vista Strawberry Festival/City Gates Events and partners are not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged items.
  12. Vendors grant permission for their booth, products, and likeness to be photographed or recorded for promotional use.
  13. The event reserves the right to remove any vendor who violates rules or engages in unsafe or disruptive behavior.

Prices

$5 - Application fee $5.00 Non-refundable $5 - nonrefundable application fee
10x10 Farmers Market Booth $100.00 Applies to all certified producers/farmers selling agricultural products (ex, flowers, plants, succulents in plastic flats) and Certified Agricultural products (e.g. cherries, honey). NOTE: If you are selling designed succulent arrangements in ceramics or multiple refined products , such as a honey vendor selling lip balm, beeswax candles, as well as jars of honey, etc - please apply under the Self-Made (Artisan/Craft) category.
Main St. Upgrade Fee $40.00 Main Street upgrade fee. Main Street was original street of the Strawberry Festival and is a popular street with festival patrons.
Corner Upgrade Fee $65.00 Corner Upgrade (2-Sided Booth Exposure)
Electrical (Up to 13 Amps) $90.00 $90 - Electrical Hook Up (Up to 13 Amps) . 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 (14 Amps - <50 Amps) . 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) . 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

  • Returning vendor
  • Please upload current Dept. of Agriculture Certificate
  • As a returning vendor - do you want to return to your same booth space as in previous show? Please advise on booth location options
  • California Seller's Permit
  • Please list summary of items sold
  • General Display Agreement
  • *IMPORTANT* Insurance Cert required upon Application Approval
  • Please upload a copy of your current Temp Food Facility permit.
  • If you do not have a current Temp Food Facility permit - please indicate, "Pending"
  • Event Terms//Cancellation Policy//Waiver of Liability as found in description box below.Please review and sign.

Picture requirements

  • Minimum pictures required: 2