Seafood Fest Vendor Application - Small Business/Crafter

1. RULES & REGULATIONS - The following rules and regulations are part of the exhibitor’s (sponsors and vendors) contract, and each exhibitor shall be bound by such rules and regulations set forth herein.

2. EXHIBITS - Show Management reserves the right to determine the eligibility of any company or product for inclusion in exhibition space and may reject its inclusion. Display material must be confined to the exhibitor’s space. No placard, stickers, or other signs relating to nonpaid exhibiting firms will be allowed. Only one business per space; booths cannot be shared by two businesses.

3. NO REFUNDS – There are no refunds for any reason unless the event is cancelled by Touch of Magic Events. If an exhibitor cancels at least 30 days before, the credit can be transferred to another event.

4. RAIN OR SHINE EVENT – This event will happen rain or shine. In the case of severe weather, this event will be rescheduled. All contracts and payments are binding to the rescheduled date. If unable to attend the new date, you will receive a credit for a future show.

5. SUBLETTING OF SPACE - No exhibitor shall assign or sublet the whole or part of the space allotted, or exhibit therein, any programs or services other than those specified in the contract for exhibit space.

6. PLACEMENT - Space will be assigned at the discretion of Show Management.

7. SALE OF MERCHANDISE - Must comply with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

8. CLEAN UP – Exhibitors are responsible for removal of their boxes, pallets and or containers, etc. from the building. Exhibitors who do not remove their trash will be subject to a $35 fine.

9. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY - The Exhibitor agrees to hold Washington Prime Group, Waterford Lakes Town Center, and Touch of Magic Events LLC harmless and blameless and will make no claim for any reason whatsoever, including negligence, against Show Management, its officers, agents, employees, or the lessors or owners of the Facility for loss, theft, damage or destruction of property, nor for any injury to it or its employees, agents, or invitees while in the Facility.

10. CARE AND STAFFING OF EXHIBITS - All coverings of exhibits must be removed, and exhibitor must be on duty not later than 15 minutes prior to the opening of the show. The table must be manned until the event ends. No more than four representatives may occupy a single vendor space at a time.

11. COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS - Exhibitors shall not engage in any display, publication, performance, or other activity which conflicts with any applicable law, regulation, rule or ordinance, nor shall exhibitor, or its representatives or employees, engage in any lewd display, publication or performance. Exhibitor will be responsible for obtaining all necessary governmental permits and licenses.

12. NO GUARANTEE OF ATTENDANCE - Show Management does not guarantee specific volumes or levels of attendance at the Event. Exhibitor shall not be entitled to any refund, in full or in part, of any amounts paid based on actual attendance level.

13. FIRE AND SAFETY LAWS - Exhibitors are responsible for complying with all Federal, State and City laws. Wiring must comply with fire department and underwriter's rules. Smoking in exhibits is forbidden. Crowding will be restricted. No exhibitor shall bring into the facility any combustibles. All decorations must be flameproof.

14. TEAR DOWN - NO DISPLAYS ARE TO BE DISMANTLED PRIOR TO THE END OF THE SHOW. Exhibitors who are found to break down early will not be invited back for future shows.

15. RESCHEDULING OF EVENT POLICY - Certain events can pre-empt a show, such as COVID-19 or severe weather. This event is rain or shine. Every effort will be made for the fest to go on despite inclement weather within reason, but safety is our main priority. In the case of severe weather or a natural disaster, the event will be rescheduled for everyone’s safety. Vendors will be automatically transferred to the new date. If unable to attend, a credit will be issued for a future event.

16. SPONSOR TRADE - If the agreed upon activities or items are not provided, sponsor cancels, or sponsor breaks activities down before the event is over, the full value of the trade will be due immediately.