We are looking for specialty crafters to exhibit at the 4th Annual Uptown Christmas Bazaar. It will be held during December First Friday this year from 2-9 at the Uptown Center, corner of 9th & Franklin Street. This will be a juried show. There will be food, music, shopping and art.
We are partnering with the United Way and donating a portion of the proceeds to them, also the Uptown Center will be matching that donation.
Vendor Contract:
Please read the contract thoroughly, sign and submit it with the attached registration form. Registration form and photos must be submitted by November 20th. You will be notified by the 24th if you are picked to participate. Payment due Nov. 30th.
Fees:
$30.00 -One 8x8 booth space.
Equipment:
Please bring your own table and chairs. Table must be covered and freestanding racks must be neat and orderly. All items that are NOT a part of the display must be kept from view.
Set-up:
Set up will begin at 12:30. Ask for Amanda Joyner when you arrive for assistance. You may unload in front or behind the theater (parking permitting. You must be completely set up and ready to go by 1:45.
Parking:
There is a parking lot on the corner of 8th and Washington (Farmers market lot) where you can park for free. Please make use of this lot as it belongs to the City of Michigan City and the Farmer’s market is closed at that time.
Pack-up:
Do not take down your booth before 9:00 pm. If you anticipate doing this, please do not apply. It is impolite to the customers and other vendors. If you pack up early, you will not be allowed to participate again. We also ask that you clean up your area before you leave.
Raffle:
All exhibitors are asked to donate an item for the raffle. This is a big hit with the attendees and we thank you for participating. A portion of the funds collected will be donated to United Way.
Additional Information:
If you need to leave your booth, let us know and we will have someone watch it for you.
For better placement, we ask that you send pictures of your product to so we do not place you near a vendor that sells similar products. We limit the number of vendors in any one category to 2-3 to increase sales for everyone. As a result, it is important that your payment be made ASAP to secure your spot! Remember the deadline November 20, 2014!
Event:
4th Annual Uptown Arts District Christmas Arts & Crafts Bazaar
Dates:
December 5, 2014 from 2-9pm at The Uptown Center, 907 Franklin St, Michigan City, IN 46360