2022 CMF Merchandise Vendor

MERCHANDISE VENDOR APPLICATION ONLY

THIS LINK IS ONLY FOR MERCHANDISE APPLICANTS ONLY!

(ARTS, CRAFTS, PHOTOGRAPHY, ETC.)

IF YOU ARE A FOOD VENDOR AND USE THIS LINK - YOU WILL BE REFUNDED IMMEDIATELY.

APPLICATION PROCESS

A deposit of $150 is required with a complete application. Submission of an application does not guarantee acceptance. Space is limited and booths will be reserved on a first-come, first-serve basis. Faxed applications must be accompanied by a credit card authorization form. Applications must be submitted with the following:

Deposit paid by cash or credit card. No checks, no exceptions.
Digital or printed photos of the booth to include exterior, interior, equipment, and food items.
Description of merchandise.
Certificate of Insurance or intent to purchase insurance through the Mississippi Coast Coliseum ($100).

If accepted, the deposit will be applied to booth rental. If not accepted, the deposit will be refunded. Applications submitted after April 4, 2024 must be accompanied by the full rental amount and insurance.

BOOTH REQUIREMENTS

Booth spaces measure 10'x10'. Vendor may NOT exceed 10' in depth and 10' in length. Additional spaces can be purchased. Stock trucks are not permitted on Festival grounds during Festival hours, no exceptions.

Tents and trailers must be clean and remain clean throughout the Festival. Table, chairs, etc. placed outside of designated space must be approved before setup.

No vendor is allowed to sell boiled crawfish.
Upon arrival, report to the administrative office, where you will receive your vendor packet and be escorted to your booth space. Do not attempt to set up without first reporting to the office (Katelan King or Brandon Cuevas). All booths must be operational by the start of the festival on Thursday, April 18, 2024, at 3:00 PM. If you do not pick up your packet by noon or make other arrangements with the Vendor Manager, you will be considered a no-show and will forfeit your fees. You will not be able to move and must remain in the same location the entire time of the festival. No Exceptions.
The Mississippi Department of Revenue requires all vendors to submit 7% of the total sales. The form given to you in your vendor packet must be completed and returned to the office after the Festival. Failure to do so will automatically disqualify you from participating in any future festival/event at MS Coast Coliseum and Convention Center.

STOCK TRAILERS AND CAMPERS

No stock trailers or campers will be allowed on Festival grounds. Stock trailers and campers will be allowed to park in assigned overflow parking area and require a parking permit. Electricity is provided for an additional fee on a first come, first serve basis and must be reserved in advance. There is an area for this on the vendor application agreement.

INSURANCE

All vendors are required to provide a valid certificate of liability insurance. Insurance coverage must be in the name of the vendor for $2,000,000 liability with the Mississippi Coast Coliseum Commission named additional insured. Effective dates must cover move in and move out. If the vendor does not have coverage, the Festival can secure adequate insurance for an additional fee.