*** Applications from new artisans and Farmers Market exhibitors are currently being accepted.
Exhibitor Application Requirements
Artisans Fair
- The Artisans Fair is an invitation-only show. All applications are considered by the Artisans Fair review committee, and applicants are notified of whether they can be accepted for participation in the show within 30 days of receipt of their application. Acceptance does not guarantee an invitation to participate, which is also dependent on the availability of space. If space is not currently available, the accepted applicants will be placed on a waiting list and will be notified should a space become available.
- All work must be created by the participating artisans.
- To be considered to become an exhibitor, the artisan should submit the following information to AARP.Artisans.Fair@gmail.com
- Name, address, telephone numbers and email address.
- A brief description of the work to be exhibited.
- At least three digital photos that are representative of the work to be exhibited.
Farmers Market
- Outdoor spaces are available for a limited number of participating vendors who sell produce, other food products, or items for outdoor living.
- To be considered to become a vendor for the farmers market, the business should submit an application, including the following information, to AARP.Farmers.Market@gmail.com
- Name, address, telephone numbers and email address.
- A brief description of the products or items that would be offered at the market.
- The URL address of a website for the business, if applicable.
Exhibitor Fees
Both indoor and outdoor 10’ x 10’ spaces are available.
- Indoor: $105 per exhibit unit
- Outdoor: $85 per exhibit unit
- Farmers Market: $85 per exhibit unit
Show Hours and Set Up
The show hours for artisans are 9:00 am – 3:00 pm. The show hours for Farmers Market vendors are 9:00 am – 1:00 pm. All exhibitors are expected to stay for the entire show. Exhibitors who leave early will not be invited to future shows.
We provide staggered arrival times for exhibitors. All exhibitors are expected to arrive at least one hour prior to the show’s opening to assure that they are completely set up by opening time. After unloading, exhibitors must move their vehicles to the area designated by the parking staff.
Cancellation and Refund Policies
For cancellations received up to 90 days prior to the show, refunds are granted for any reason. A $20 administrative fee will be charged.
For cancellations requested from 8-89 days prior to the show, a refund minus a $20 administrative fee will be granted only if a substitute exhibitor/vendor is available.
For cancellations received less than 8 days prior to the show, no refunds will be given. If the cancellation is due to illness of the exhibitor or other emergency situation, a 50 percent credit applicable to the following year’s show will be given.
No refunds will be given for inclement weather.