Online Vendor Application
Vendor application is due in by Wednesday, March 05, 2025. If you have any special requests or needs that should be considered by the committee please make note on the application, we will take those into consideration. If you want to be placed beside another vendor, it is recommended that you submit your application(s) together.
Craft, Food and Merchandise Vendor Fees
| Booth/Lot Size | Price |
|---|---|
| 10' by 10' | $180.00 (includes tax) |
| 10' by 20' | $300.00 (includes tax) |
| 10' by 30' | $400.00 (includes tax) |
| 10' by 40' | $550.00 (includes tax) |
| 20' by 20' | $550.00 (includes tax) |
| 20' by 30' | $650.00 (includes tax) |
| Water & Electric: Additional Fee of $35.00 (includes tax) | |
Electricity and Water
Electricity and water will be provided at an additional fee of $35.00 in locations where it is available. Vendors are responsible for covering all cables and wires in vendor's booth, which must remain covered at all times. Extension cords, splitters, nor converters will be provided. Bring a minimum 100 foot extension cord and/or water hose, along with any additional equipment you may require to this event.
Check-In
Check-In will be Friday, March 28th from 2:00 pm through 7:30 pm at the Fair Grounds. The Fair Grounds are located at 2300 North Temple Avenue (US 301), just North of Starke. At check-in you will be given your location number and vendor parking pass.
Vendor Rules and Regulations
- The North Florida Regional Chamber of Commerce (NFRCC) reserves the right to limit the number and types of vendors in the best interest of the Bradford County Strawberry Festival (Festival) and does not offer exclusivity to vendors. All vendors must be approved and registered with the Festival through the NFRCC. Anyone not complying with these rules and regulations will be escorted from the Festival area.
- NFRCC reserves the right to review any exhibit considered inappropriate and reserves the right to ask the offending vendor to correct the exhibit or to leave the show.
- Vendors will be required to list the items for sale on the description portion of the application. At least one item should reflect Strawberries either by scent, likeness, flavor or pattern.
- Non-Profit Vendors will be required to submit a copy of their Consumer's Certificate of Exemption along with their application to be tax exempt; otherwise pricing includes tax.
- Vendor spaces are 10' X 10' increments, should your display extend past 10 feet, and you must pay for an additional 10 foot of space. Spaces with electric must be requested and paid for in advance ($35.00) on vendor application. Vendors will provide their own tables, chairs, canopies, fans and extension cords (a minimum of 100 feet is recommended). Vendors are also responsible for keeping their surroundings clean. Please used the trash cans provided by the Festival when cleaning up your area.
- Space assignments are determined based upon the best interest of the Festival, electric and water supply, special requests on application, and the date received, with full payment, in our office.
- All vendors are responsible for collecting Florida Sales Tax on all items sold and submitting their payment to the Florida Department of Revenue. [ (386) 758-0420 ]
- Cancellations: This is an outdoor event. Weather happens in Florida. Prepare accordingly. No refunds for cancellations nor inclement weather. No rain dates will be made.
Additional Rules and Regulations for Food Vendors
- Food vendors are responsible for all permits, licenses, and inspections. Vendors are required to abide by all rules and regulation set by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). Information regarding temporary food service vendors can be found here on the DBPR website.
- The DBPR requires all food vendors to purchase a temporary food vendor license for an event. The license fee will be based on the length of the event. The DBPR requires payment by money order, presented on the day of the event. The current fee for a 1-3 day event is $91.00.
- All food vendors are required to submit their menu that includes prices of items for sale, along with their applications. Note: All menu items are subject to review and acceptance. NFRCC reserves the right to limit your menu based on the best interest of the Festival. If restrictions are not followed, you will be asked to remove unapproved items immediately or you could be asked to leave the event. (No refunds)
- Concession trailers with electrical requirements must pay an additional $35.00 and can have a maximum of two(2) 50amp plugs. Please use converter(s) to power down.
- Vendors are to provide their own tables, chairs, canopies, lights, trash cans and bags, extension cords, splitters, adapters and water hoses. Dumpsters and grease containers are provided at the event and will be used by the vendors to remove all trash and boxes from vendor's area.
- Food vendors need to consider space requirements which include your trailer doors opened to the tip of the tongue, not just the length of your trailer. Detached grills will also need to be considered when purchasing space. Spaces will be measured in 10-foot increments. If your display exceeds 10 feet, you must move up to 20 feet, even if it is over by just one foot.
Food Vendor Application
To apply online as a Food Vendor for the Bradford County Strawberry Festival, click here.
Craft or Merchandise Vendor Application
To apply online as a Craft Vendor or Merchandise Vendor for the Bradford County Strawberry Festival, click here.
