Booth Setup and Operation for Craft/Retail Vendors:

• Vendor fee is based on booth size of 10x10
• Setup is Saturday from 10:00am–12:00pm
• Booth must be open by 12:00pm
• Breakdown is not allowed before 4:00pm
• No motorhomes, RVs, or similar vehicles allowed in event area
• No vehicles may remain during event hours
• Vendor must provide all furnishings and setup tools

 

Requests to use a generator must be submitted for approval on an individual basis.
Vendor is responsible for supplying heavy-duty electrical cords that safely support their requested load.

To avoid duplication among vendors, list ALL products and prices that will be sold from your booth.
Only approved items may be sold. Some items may be omitted to prevent duplication.

You may list items below OR upload a photo of your inventory/menu.

Application Deadline for Food Vendors: August 25th

Food Vendor Operations Requirements:
• Setup is Saturday from 10:00am–11:30am
• Vendor must check in prior to setup
• Booth must be open by 12:00pm and remain open until 4:00pm
• No motorhomes, RVs, or similar vehicles are allowed in the event area
• No vehicles may remain in the event area during hours
• You must provide all furnishings and setup tools
• Packets with booth assignments and instructions will be sent prior to the event

Clean-Up Deposit (Food Vendors Only):
A refundable $15 clean-up deposit is required as a separate check.
Deposit will be returned if:
• Vendor area is cleaned
• All goods are removed by 11pm
• Grease is properly disposed of using dumpsters

Menu Restrictions and Duplication Policy:
• Only two similar vendors will be accepted for food categories (timestamp determines acceptance)
• Exclusive rights cannot be given for: standard drinks (except specialty beverages), basic hot dogs, bags of chips, candy bars, regular French fries (curly fries allowed)
• Menu items may be adjusted to avoid duplication

RULES & REGULATIONS (ALL VENDORS)
• Acceptance of applications is at the discretion of the Commerce DDA.
• Space is limited; submit applications promptly.
• Vendors may only sell items approved from their list.
• Any rule violation may result in booth closure and forfeiture of fees.
• The DDA reserves the right to terminate any agreement without written notice.
• Booth spaces are 10'x10' lots. Accurate dimensions are required for placement.
• The event is rain-or-shine.
• Questions or issues during the event must be directed to mainstreet@commercega.gov only.
• City staff and volunteers do not have information to resolve vendor issues.

FEES & PAYMENT
Vendor Fee (all vendors): $50 (nonrefundable)
Electricity Fee (food vendors only): $10
Food Vendor Clean-Up Deposit: $15 (separate check; refundable)

Online payment is available.
A $4.50 convenience fee applies to credit/debit card transactions.

Checks payable to: Commerce Downtown Development Authority

Mailing Address:
City of Commerce
Attn: DDA
110 State Street
Commerce, GA 30529

Questions: 706-335-2954
Email: mainstreet@commercega.gov

AGREEMENT
I have read and fully understand all rules, regulations, payment requirements, and policies stated above. I agree to comply with all event requirements. I agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Commerce Downtown Development Authority, the City of Commerce, their personnel, and all organizations involved in this event from any claim or penalty arising from my participation.