2011 Vendor/Exhibitor Information
DIY Street Fair celebrates Do It Yourself ethic by showcasing local independent businesses, artists, musicians and others which exemplify independent spirit, individuality and innovation. Thousands of supporting patrons enjoy live original music on the main stage, activities for children in the kids zone, a beer tent serving up Michigan brews, food from local restaurants, and of course, the marketplace where they can find unique offerings, ideas, and vendors selling original and handmade wares often unavailable in commercial retail.
The fair takes place simultaneously with the 2011 Funky Ferndale Art Fest which is located on 9 Mile Road West of Woodward Ave. The DIY Street Fair is located in the Southeast quadrant off of 9 Mile and Woodward next to the Ferndale Library and centered on Troy Street.
Independent businesses, artists, crafters and others are invited to submit samples of work and/or propose exhibitions which exemplify DIY ethic. Availability is limited. Applications are assessed by committee, and booth space is awarded to those offering creative, unique and high-quality goods or services.
Vendor/Exhibitor Guidelines
• Applications Due: August 15th Extended: September 7th.
• Booth Fee: $300. Booth Fee subject to increase for late applications.
• Application Fee: $20., non-refundable, deducted from booth fee upon acceptance.
• Fees include 10’ x 10’ Tent, access to electricity within 25′, and display table (chairs not included)
• Booth locations determined by committee.
• Booth space may be split amongst up to two parties submitting a single application.
• DIY Street Fair committee reserves the right to reject any application for any reason.
• All applications received before JUNE 30th, will be accepted, declined or wait-listed by July15th, 2011.
• Applications received before JULY 30th, will be accepted, declined or wait-listed by August 15th, 2011.
• Notification of submission status will be sent via email from apply@diystreetfair.com.
• Vendors consent to being photographed and/or quoted for DIY Street Fair publicity/promotion purposes.
• Vendors may not sell merchandise that contains the words “DIY Street Fair”, or which depicts the DIY Street Fair logo.
• Vendors offering mass-produced merchandise (e.g., sunglasses, jewelry, manufactured widgets) will not be accepted.
• Food and beverage sales are not permitted in the Marketplace.
• All vendors, participants and attendees must act in strict accordance with our liquor license. No alcohol may be brought in from outside. Vendors doing so will be promptly shut down and asked to leave.
• Booths/exhibits providing personal music/sound effects agree to keep noise to a minimum as a courtesy to booth neighbors and shut music/sound effects off after 9pm as a courtesy to the neighborhood.
• Participants are responsible for transporting or shipping their goods to and from the street fair.
• Power Supply: We will supply a nominal amount of power within 25 feet of your booth. Please bring an extension cord if you would like to use it. At minimum, a light or lamp is recommended for the Marketplace evening hours.
• Vendors agree to keep booth open and attended throughout Marketplace hours: Friday 5PM-11PM, Saturday, 11AM-9PM and Sunday, 11AM-6PM, with the option to stay open during the entirety of the fair: F 5PM-12AM, S 11AM-12AM, S 11AM-11PM.
• Load-in will be during the day on Friday. Load in time will be assigned based on booth assignment.
• Overnight security provided, however, vendors assume full responsibility for lost or stolen goods throughout the duration of the street fair weekend.
Deadlines
Application must be received no later than Saturday, August 20th, 2011 (Extended) September 7th, 2011. Applications will not be reviewed without non-refundable application fee. FEES DUE IN FULL Wednesday, August 31st, 2011.
Electronic Submissions
Applications must be submitted online at diystreetfair.com; no printed submissions accepted. Photo(s) may be submitted via email to apply@diystreetfair.com or via a URL provided. Online application form submission will be followed by a confirmation page containing a link to www.paypal.com where application fee may be paid via credit card or paypal account and sent to the DIY Street Fair LLC account, paypal@diystreetfair.com.
What you will submit:
1) Completed Application Form (online)…
2) with at least 3 photos which best represent your offering
3) Non-refundable Application Fee ($20.)
Dates to Remember:
Saturday, August 20, 2011 : Applications due Extended – September 7th
Wednesday, August 31, 2011 : Booth Fees Due in Full
Friday, September 16, 2011 5:00PM – 12:00 midnight (music until 11PM)
Saturday, September 17, 2011 11:00AM – 12:00 midnight (music until 11PM)
Sunday, September 18, 2011 11:00AM – 11:00PM (music until 10PM)
Thank you!