Gourd Festival Vendor Application
The Idaho Gourd Society would like to invite you as gourd artists, gourd farmers, and commercial gourd supplier vendors to join us for the 2022 Idaho Gourd Festival on Saturday and Sunday, September 24 and 25. The festival will be held at Franz Witte Garden Center, 20005 11th Ave, Nampa, Idaho. Returning vendors will be given priority but after April 30, 2022 booths are open to anyone on a first applied basis. A paper form can be downloaded at: https://www.idahogourdsociety.org/vendors.html Cancel in writing by August 10, 2022 for a refund. No refunds after August 10, 2022. We are excited to host this event and look forward to having you join us. Along with the vendors, there will be classes, demos, and a competition for all levels of gourd artists, following AGS guidelines. Weather is good in September which is why we've moved the dates from October.
VENDOR INFORMATION
Artists: Artist vendor booths are available for individuals who are selling their personally created art or craft gourd items. Approximately 80% of what you sell must be gourds or gourd related. Artist items must be of original concept by you, appropriate for our event. *If you are an IDGS member who might otherwise be considered a “Commercial Vendor” because you are selling raw gourds and gourd-related items, you should apply for an “Artist Vendor” booth.
Commercial: Commercial vendors are businesses selling tools, supplies, books, mediums, etc. that gourders would use.
Vendor spaces are outdoors under the shed roof of the large barn on both sides and also can be outside, under a canopy (vendor supplies the canopy). Vendors will need to provide their own tables, chairs, booth displays and electrical cords. We would appreciate a donation for IDGS fundraising. Demonstrations in your booth are encouraged. All vendors must have a current Permanent Idaho Sales Tax Permit or a Temporary Idaho Seller’s Permit. It is your responsibility to acquire the sales tax permit before setting up and to file your return with the State of Idaho. Electricity is free. You will need to bring your own electrical cords and cover any exposed cords. Please let us know if you plan to use electricity.
Vendors must be at their booth during the venue’s hours of operation which are 9 AM to 6 PM Saturday and 10 AM to 5 PM Sunday. Therefore, booth set up and take down occurs during those hours. Booth set up is the afternoon of Friday, September 23, 2022 and must be completed by 6:00 PM. Take down can begin at 4:00 PM Sunday, September 25 but must be completed by 5:00 PM. Due to security reasons you may not wish to leave valuables out overnight. We recommend each vendor acquire Liability insurance. Franz Witte, IDGS, including its officers, directors and appointed directors, will assume no responsibility for any property brought to the premises. Should “Acts of God” or other unforeseen calamity cause the festival to be canceled, immediate notice will be given to all vendors. A refund of all monies paid in advance will be mailed to vendors within 60 days. The Idaho Gourd Society and Franz Witte Garden Center are totally committed to hosting this event, but shall not be liable for claims of lost profits, business, or any other damage if the festival has to be canceled or rescheduled.
VENDOR INFORMATION
Artists: Artist vendor booths are available for individuals who are selling their personally created art or craft gourd items. Approximately 80% of what you sell must be gourds or gourd related. Artist items must be of original concept by you, appropriate for our event. *If you are an IDGS member who might otherwise be considered a “Commercial Vendor” because you are selling raw gourds and gourd-related items, you should apply for an “Artist Vendor” booth.
Commercial: Commercial vendors are businesses selling tools, supplies, books, mediums, etc. that gourders would use.
Vendor spaces are outdoors under the shed roof of the large barn on both sides and also can be outside, under a canopy (vendor supplies the canopy). Vendors will need to provide their own tables, chairs, booth displays and electrical cords. We would appreciate a donation for IDGS fundraising. Demonstrations in your booth are encouraged. All vendors must have a current Permanent Idaho Sales Tax Permit or a Temporary Idaho Seller’s Permit. It is your responsibility to acquire the sales tax permit before setting up and to file your return with the State of Idaho. Electricity is free. You will need to bring your own electrical cords and cover any exposed cords. Please let us know if you plan to use electricity.
Vendors must be at their booth during the venue’s hours of operation which are 9 AM to 6 PM Saturday and 10 AM to 5 PM Sunday. Therefore, booth set up and take down occurs during those hours. Booth set up is the afternoon of Friday, September 23, 2022 and must be completed by 6:00 PM. Take down can begin at 4:00 PM Sunday, September 25 but must be completed by 5:00 PM. Due to security reasons you may not wish to leave valuables out overnight. We recommend each vendor acquire Liability insurance. Franz Witte, IDGS, including its officers, directors and appointed directors, will assume no responsibility for any property brought to the premises. Should “Acts of God” or other unforeseen calamity cause the festival to be canceled, immediate notice will be given to all vendors. A refund of all monies paid in advance will be mailed to vendors within 60 days. The Idaho Gourd Society and Franz Witte Garden Center are totally committed to hosting this event, but shall not be liable for claims of lost profits, business, or any other damage if the festival has to be canceled or rescheduled.