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Fourth of July Vendor Application

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Deadline: Jun 08, 2023 9:00 am (GMT-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
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Fourth of July Celebration
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Date: Jul 04, 2023 5:00 pm - Jul 04, 2023 9:30 pm (EDT)
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Gastonia, North Carolina
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$25+

About the event

Come out to downtown Gastonia on Tuesday, July 4 from 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM! There will be food trucks, a beer garden, vendors, entertainment, a free KidsZone and fireworks will begin around 9:30 PM. There will be live music from 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM. Pre-recorded music will play from 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM, and pre-recorded patriotic music will play during the fireworks. **Please bring your own lawn chair and/or blanket to sit and enjoy the music** Thank you to CaroMont Health for being a sponsor of the Fourth of July Celebration event!
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City of Gastonia
City of Gastonia
Contact Organizer
City of Gastonia
City of Gastonia
Contact Organizer

About the registration

The City of Gastonia's Fourth of July Celebration is taking place on July 4 at the Rotary Pavilion and downtown. The event begins at 5:00PM, with the fireworks starting at 9:30PM. The event features food trucks, vendors, a beer garden, free entertainment, live music, and more.
 
We are looking for family-friendly vendors for the event.  If you are interested in becoming a vendor for the marketplace, please fill out the below application.
 
Application deadline: May 21, 2023. Payment must also be received by May 21, 2023 for application to be valid. This is an electronic agreement and by selecting the booths, you are validating and approving this agreement electronically. Payment will be charged to card after application is approved. Vendor and power spots are limited. 
 
Vendor fees:
  • Downtown Gastonia businesses: free (contact event organizer for discount code)
  • Marketplace vendors: $25 vendor fee
  • Power: $15 fee
  • No food truck, food cart, or food trailer vendors are accepted under this application. Please view Fourth of July Food Vendor Application to apply as a food truck or food trailer. 
Vendor Guidelines and Information:
  • All vendors will be allowed to display their goods on 7/4/23 from 5:00PM to 9:30PM.
  • Booth set up/break down information:
    • Individual vendor booth area is 10ft x 10ft.
    • Vendors will be set up on Main Ave. between 321 and Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd. in downtown Gastonia. 
      • You will be able to pull one vehicle up to your spot at a time and unload. As soon as you unload, you need to move your car to a parking lot nearby (parking lot on 321 or lot between S. South St. and 321.)
      • Vendors are responsible for providing their own table(s), chair(s), and tent.
        • Tents must not exceed 10ft x 10ft and they must be secured with tent weights or sandbags. 
    • Only space is provided. If you need power (one outlet), the extra fee is $15. 
    • Do not block private drives, entrances, or doors. Be respectful of private property.
    • No generators allowed.
    • Booth set up will be around 3:00 PM. A final, confirmed time will be sent out at least two weeks prior to the event.
    • Booth breakdown is no earlier than 9:30PM and must be completed no later than 10:30PM.
      • You will not be able to bring any vehicles onto Main Ave. until the crowds have cleared following the fireworks that begin at 9:30PM. If you wish to start breaking down before your vehicle can come on Main Ave., items must be hand carted/carried to your vehicle.
    • It is the responsibility of the vendor to keep the booth and surrounding area clean. Each vendor shall leave the area in the same condition as it was found.
  • Vendors are responsible for all permits, licenses, and insurance needed. Please send all applicable documents to Christine Ingle at christinei@cityofgastonia.com within 30 days of the festival.
  • All vendor activities must be suitable for a family event. Offensive materials, ads, or public displays will be removed and participation refused.
  • A final packet going over these regulations and procedures will be sent to the point of contact listed on the application within two weeks before the event. The packet will also include a site map, timeline, and set up and breakdown information.
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Terms & Conditions

  • There will be no refunds due to any wind, rain, snow, or other inclement weather.  This is a rain or shine event.
  • Booth and power fees are refundable up to four weeks prior to the event. If a vendor cancels within the four week period, all fees are non-refundable.
  • By signing the application, you agree to these terms and conditions.
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Prices

10x10 Booth $25 Non-refundable Single booth space is 10 feet wide and 10 feet deep.
Power Fee (One Outlet) $15 Non-refundable

Questions on the registration

Business information

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

Additional information

  • Please list the products and/or services that your business would be selling at the event.
  • Do you accept credit cards?
  • What are your prices?
  • How many booth spaces (10x10) would you like?
  • Do you need power at your booth?
  • If you are requesting more than one booth and also requesting power, do you need power at all of your requested spaces?
  • By signing your name, you agree to our terms and conditions.

Picture requirements

  • Minimum pictures required: 2
  • Please upload pictures of what your booth will look like, as well as what you are selling (if applicable.)

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