Forge Under the Oaks featuring Howl-O-Ween

Welcome Vendor!  LaBelle Downtown Revitalization Corporation (LDRC) and Railway Knives have partnered to bring the Inaugural Forge Under the Oaks to Downtown LaBelle! We are looking forward to this new festival. Railway Knives has graciously agreed to add one of our favorite events, the Annual Howl-O-Ween and Downtown Doxie Dash, to the festivities.  Forge Under the Oaks, featuring Howl-O-Ween will be held on Saturday, October 19, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 4:00 p.m in Barron Park. Barron Park is located at 1559 DeSoto Ave, LaBelle, FL 33935.  Be a vendor at this new fundraising event! 
We welcome all artists, crafters, food trucks (we are looking for one that is hot dog-specific), unique pets, and, of course, racing wiener dogs and wiener wannabes! BLACKSMITH VENDORS - We would LOVE for you to bring your forges to demonstrate your craft for no additional charge! Please indicate on the application form if you would like to have space to bring your forge, hammer, and anvil.  Setup times: Setup starts at 6am. You must be set up with your vehicle from the festival area by 8:30am.The event begins at 9am and ends at 4:00pm. Please make every attempt to stay open for the entire event. We allow the option to set up on Friday from 4 to 7pm The Hendry County Sheriff's Office will patrol the area to prevent tampering with booths.  Vendor Fee: $50 for a 10x10 booth space. Payment MUST be made in advance. 
LDRC uses Eventeny for vendor processing, which uses Stripe. We know competition is tough for vendors, and we will do our best to avoid duplicate vendors. Please list your goods in the application so we know what you offer. LDRC will provide a map with your booth location the week of the event.  
Vendors must bring their own tents, tables, or chairs. Barron Park has very few electricity outlets. If you need electricity, please note that on the application. Booth space with electricity is available on a first-come, first-served basis.  APPLICATION DEADLINE: MONDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2024. There are no refunds.  Are you associated with a nonprofit organization? Good news! Your vendor fee is reduced to $20! You must show proof of nonprofit status.   PARKING: Parking is available along Lee Street (south of Park Ave), in the annex (south of the LaBelle Gallery and Cultural Center), Park Ave (west of SR 29), First Baptist Church, and Main Street. There is no parking on DeSoto Ave, Lee Street (north of Park Ave), or on Park Ave (east of SR 29) FACILITIES: There are restrooms located in Barron Park that will be monitored. Additional port-o-potties will be available. Placement will be indicated on the vendor map.  FOOD VENDORS & FOOD TRUCKS: OUR INSURANCE COMPANY REQUIRES THAT LABELLE DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION CORPORATION BE ADDED AS AN ADDITIONAL INSURED ENTITY.
THE CITY OF LABELLE REQUIRES TO BE ADDED AS AN ADDITIONAL INSURED ENTITY.
HENDRY COUNTY REQUIRES TO BE ADDED AS AN ADDITIONAL INSURED ENTITY.
PLEASE MAKE YOUR THREE CERTIFICATE OF LIABILITY FORMS INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
 
LABELLE DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION CORPORATION
8 PARK AVE
LABELLE, FL 33935
 
CITY OF LABELLE
481 WEST HICKPOCHEE AVENUE
LABELLE, FL 33935
 
HENDRY COUNTY
P.O. BOX 2340
LABELLE, FL 33975
 
CRAFTERS & ARTISTS: PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU ARE NOT COVERED UNDER LABELLE DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION CORPORATION EVENT INSURANCE. INSURANCE IS OPTIONAL.
 
LaBelle Downtown Revitalization Corporation (LDRC)  has researched the most affordable coverages available and has negotiated a discount with Artist Crafters & Tradesmen (ACT) insurance for non-food liability coverage and Food Liability Insurance Program (FLIP) for food vendor liability coverage. The discount coupon code for $10 off your policy is labelle10.
Use the links below to purchase coverage:
 
LaBelle Downtown Events
ACT Enrollment Link: https://app.actinsurance.com/events/2161
ACT policies cover artists, crafters, and tradesmen.
Show Policies start at $49 for 3 days of coverage and can go up to 90 days of coverage.
Annual Policies start at $279.
Free and unlimited additional insureds.
 
FLIP Enrollment Link: https://www.fliprogram.com/events/2162
FLIP Policies cover food businesses.
FLIP Policies start at $299.
Free and unlimited additional insureds.
 
Please note that crafters are not required to hold insurance. However, this coverage protects you from costs arising from third-party claims of bodily injury, property damage, and personal and advertising injury. 

Forge Under the Oaks featuring Howl-O-Ween happens on Saturday, October 19, 2024 in Barron Park! Join us for a knife show with demonstrations, vendors, food trucks, bounce houses, and more! Bring your furry friends for the annual Downtown Doxie Dash & Howl-O-Ween Costume Contest!

NO RAIN DATE. NO REFUNDS IN CASE OF RAIN OR SICKNESS. THE FESTIVAL HOSTS/SPONSORS ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENTS, DAMAGE, OR OTHER LOSSES INCURRED BY THE VENDOR. LDRC and Railway Knives reserve the right to deny booth space to any vendor who fails to comply with the regulations or threatens the health and safety of others.  Forge Under the Oaks featuring Howl-O-Ween vendors will be listed in any and all media releases and email blasts through LaBelle Downtown Revitalization Corporation (LDRC) and Railway Knives. 
Vendors understand that they will provide their own table, tent, chair, electrical cord, and other materials to make the day successful. LDRC/Railway Knives is not responsible for unattended booths. The event will be canceled/rescheduled due to inclement weather.  FOOD VENDORS MUST HAVE A FIRE EXTINGUISHER.   FOOD VENDORS & FOOD TRUCKS: OUR INSURANCE COMPANY REQUIRES THAT LABELLE DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION CORPORATION BE ADDED AS AN ADDITIONAL INSURED ENTITY. Please see the information in the description of the event for details.