Vendor Resources

Vendor Resources

Everything you need to prepare, show up, and sell out — from setup guides and permit checklists to marketing tips and best practices.

Pro Tips

Arrive Early

Setup begins 2 hours before gates open. Early arrival means better placement and time to troubleshoot.

Bring Change

Even with card readers, many shoppers pay cash. Bring at least $100 in small bills and coins.

Engage Actively

Vendors who greet passersby and explain their products sell 3x more than those who sit quietly.

Follow Up Online

Post about the event before, during, and after. Tag us and we'll reshare to our 50K+ followers.

Resource Library

Everything You Need to Succeed

Getting Started

Vendor Application Guide

Guide

Step-by-step walkthrough of the application process, what we look for, and how to stand out.

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First Event Checklist

Checklist

A printable checklist covering everything you need to bring, set up, and do on event day.

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Booth Setup Best Practices

Tips

Tips on display, signage, traffic flow, and creating a booth that draws customers in.

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Permits & Compliance

NC Business License Requirements

Compliance

Overview of state and county business license requirements for vendors selling at public events.

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Sales Tax Guide for Vendors

Finance

How to collect and remit NC sales tax on event sales. Includes rate tables and filing deadlines.

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Liability Insurance 101

Insurance

Why you need it, what coverage to get, and our preferred insurance partners for vendors.

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Marketing Your Booth

Social Media Promotion Kit

Marketing

Branded graphics, caption templates, and hashtag guides to promote your event participation.

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Email List Building at Events

Growth

Proven tactics for collecting customer emails at your booth and turning shoppers into repeat buyers.

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Photography Tips for Vendors

Tips

How to photograph your booth and products for social media using just your phone.

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Sales & Pricing

Pricing Your Products for Events

Finance

How to price for event foot traffic, cover your booth fee, and still make a healthy margin.

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Accepting Payments at Events

Payments

Comparison of Square, Stripe, PayPal, and cash-only setups — pros, cons, and fees.

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Inventory Planning Guide

Planning

How to estimate how much product to bring based on event size, duration, and your category.

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Ready to Apply?

Browse upcoming events and reserve your booth space today.