Application

Food & Cottage Food Vendor Application

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Deadline: Sep 20, 2024 11:59 pm (GMT-05:00) Central Time (US & Canada)
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Date: Oct 13, 2024 11:00 am - Oct 13, 2024 6:00 pm (CDT)
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Dallas, Texas
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$95 - $275

About the event

The Bishop Bazaar is a community market in the Bishop Arts District featuring 150+ local vendors with the mission to unite the community and uplift small, local entrepreneurs. The Bishop Bazaar hosts vendors from vintage apparel and homewares, to handmade gifts, collectibles and food & beverage, and so many more! We aim to provide a fun, engaging, and community-driven platform that truly showcases small, local businesses.
Bishop Bazaar
Bishop Bazaar
Bishop Bazaar
Bishop Bazaar

About the application

We’re so glad you’re here! The Bishop Bazaar is a pop-up street market located in the heart of Bishop Arts on 9th street between Bishop Ave and Madison Ave (right next to Tejas!) with the mission to uplift small, local businesses. We pop-up monthly with 150+ small local brands. We’re so excited to learn more about your business!  

 

This Application is for Food & Cottage Food vendors only – product vendors must apply using the VENDOR application.  

 

Please thoroughly read the vendor terms and conditions before beginning the application. Kindly provide as much detail as possible in the application and be sure to include photos of your products and booth set up. PRO TIP- Include high quality product/booth photos so we can feature you on our social media! 

 

EVENT DATE: Sunday, October 13th 11-6 PM 

 

ADDRESS: 200 N Bishop Ave. Dallas, TX 75208 – Market takes place on 9th street between Bishop Ave and Madison Ave and extends to Park Bishop at the corner of 9th & Madison.  

 

APPLICATION DEADLINE: September 20

 

ADDITIONAL DETAILS: We process applications daily, and will review your application as soon as possible, but no later than September 25. Please do not reach out for vendor status updates prior to this date.  

 

APPROVAL PROCESS: All submissions are subject to approval. Please answer all questions in the application to the best of your ability. Websites and/or business social media accounts are required. Personal accounts unrelated to your business will not be considered. Once APPROVED, you will receive an approval confirmation email from us with all necessary details and next steps.  

 

VENDOR FEES: Once approved, your booth fee will automatically be charged to the payment method on file. Please ensure the payment method is up to date with funds available. If the payment method is declined, we will ask you to update the payment method. Failure to do so will result in your booth reservation's cancellation. Booth fees must be paid immediately after approval to reserve your space.  

 

Booth Pricing: 

10x10 Booth - $175  

10x20 Booth - $300 

Truck/Trailer - $300 – see below for additional information 

*If your truck/trailer is 10ft long or less (including the trailer hitch) you can purchase a 10x10 booth instead. Trucks 10ft or longer will require the purchase of a Truck/Trailer space. 

 

BOOTH REQUESTS/ASSIGNMENTS: The Bishop Bazaar no longer accepts booth requests/preferences. Booth assignments are final. Once approved and assigned a booth space, no accommodations will be made. If you require accommodation for medical reasons, please include these details within your application or reach out to event organizers in advance at hello@bishopbazaar.com. 

 

FOOD VENDOR REQUIREMENTS: We do not require you to purchase a permit from the City of Dallas. Food vendors must have all appropriate certifications and permits prior to the market. We ask that you have valid and current documentation on you throughout the event. You must follow all food safety laws for your set up. Vendors selling cottage foods must follow cottage food guidelines and have correct labeling.  

Terms & Conditions

Vendor Terms and Conditions: 

 

By purchasing your vendor spot for the Bishop Bazaar you agree to the following terms and conditions:  

All purchases must be made through Eventeny. No cash/zelle/venmo/etc., will be accepted.  

 

ALL SALES ARE FINAL: No refunds, credits, or reschedules if you cancel or can no longer attend.  

 

DISPUTES: Vendors who dispute orders with their banks will not be welcome to any future Bishop Bazaars and will be responsible for paying any incurred fees associated with the dispute.  

 

APPROVAL PROCESS: All submissions are subject to approval. We reserve the right to refuse approval for any reason. Please include all required information in your vendor application. Business social media accounts are required. Personal accounts unrelated to your business will not be accepted. Websites are not required but are highly recommended and encouraged.  

 

BOOTH/TENT REQUIREMENTS: All vendors must provide their full set up, including fully weighted down tents. White tents are strongly preferred, but not required. Vendors must arrive prepared with all set up materials necessary to create an inviting and experiential booth. Get creative, y’all!  

 

Tent weights are REQUIRED at 20 lbs or more per tent leg. We are not responsible for any damages to personal items, products or booths due to shifting tents. Tents that are not properly weighed down will not be permitted. This is STRICTLY ENFORCED. Tents must be 10 ft x 10 ft precisely for 10x10 booth spaces. Anything larger or smaller will not be permitted 

 

5x10 booth vendors are welcome to bring 4x6 canopy tents, or patio umbrellas to provide shade. Patio umbrellas must be approved by event coordinators prior to the market date. Photos can be sent via messaging on Eventeny or emailed to hello@bishopbazaar.com. Patio umbrellas that were not approved prior will not be permitted.  

 

BOOTH SHARING: Vendors are NOT allowed to share booths unless given permission from event coordinators. Vendors are NOT allowed to transfer, sell, share or give their space away for any reason. Doing so will affect your vendor status for future markets.  

 

BOOTH REQUESTS/ASSIGNMENTS: The Bishop Bazaar no longer accepts booth requests/preferences. BOOTH ASSIGNMENTS ARE FINAL. Once approved and assigned a booth space, no accommodations will be made. If you require accommodation for medical reasons, please include these details within your application or reach out to event organizers in advance at hello@bishopbazaar.com. 

 

 

TRUCKS/TRAILERS: If you vend from a truck or trailer, please be certain to provide all necessary information accurately within your application. Due to spacing restrictions, additional tent structures set up outside of your truck/trailer are prohibited unless given permission in advance from event management. Truck/Trailers 10ft long or less (including hitch) can purchase a 10x10 booth space. All trucks/trailers longer than 10ft must purchase a Truck/Trailer space.  

 

FOOD VENDOR REQUIREMENTS: We do not require you to secure a special event permit from the City of Dallas. Food vendors must have all appropriate certifications and permits necessary to operate your business prior to the market. We ask that you have valid and current documentation on you throughout the event. You must follow all food safety laws for your set up. Vendors selling cottage foods must follow cottage food guidelines and have correct labeling. 

 

CANCELLATIONS/REFUNDS: There will be no refunds, credits, or reschedules if you can no longer attend. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. Last minute cancellations/no shows WILL affect your vendor status for future market dates. Please be prepared to commit to the market date.  

 

WEATHER: We are a rain or shine event and will continue with the event unless otherwise communicated. Exceptions include excessive heat, freezing conditions, lightning storms.  

 

ELECTRICTY: Electricity is not provided. Generators are permitted only if the sound output is less than 80 decibels. 

 

PARKING: Vendors are provided one parking pass per booth space. Any additional vehicles will need to pay for parking in the parking lot through Park Mobile. Signs to purchase are in the lot. Vendor parking is in the back lot at the corner of 10th st and Madison Ave.  

 

MUSIC: Vendors are welcome to play crowd appropriate music at low volumes within their booth space. Please be considerate of your neighboring vendors. If you are asked to adjust your volume or music selection due to it not being clean/crowd appropriate by event organizers or neighboring vendors, please do so immediately. Failure to comply will result in you being asked to leave the event.  

 

SMOKING: Smoking is not permitted on event grounds.  

 

CONTACT: The best method to reach event organizers is by messaging us via the Eventeny app OR emailing us at hello@bishopbazaar.com. Inquiries sent via social media may be missed. More information about the run-of-show for the event will be sent out no later than the Wednesday before the event date. Please do not reach out prior for updates. 

 

ZERO TOLERANCE FOR DISCRIMINATION: We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all, and we expect all participants to uphold these values. Discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated and will result in immediate removal from the event. We believe in the power of diversity and strive to make the Bishop Bazaar a place where everyone feels accepted and valued. Treat all customers, fellow vendors, crew members, and facility employees with kindness and respect. Failure to do so will result in removal from the current event and future events. Thank you for joining us in creating a community of respect and equality. 

 

NO SOLICITING: We maintain a strict policy against soliciting at our events. We ask that all vendors and attendees refrain from promoting any events not produced by Exxir Capital / Bishop Bazaar. Failure to comply with this policy will result in removal from the event. We also reserve the right to remove any vendor or host organizing/soliciting a similar event at our events. This policy is in place to ensure the success and quality of the Bishop Bazaar. Thank you for your cooperation. 

 

Prices

Small Booth - 5 x 10 $95 Non-refundable 5x10 booth space located on Bishop Lane. We have very limited availability, so let us know if you're open to upgrading to a 10 x 10 booth size if 5 x 10s sell out prior to your application being reviewed. Available to product vendors & cottage food vendors only.
Single Booth space (10 x 10) $175 Non-refundable 10 x 10 booth space Trucks/trailers with a length of 10ft or less (including the trailer hitch) can purchase a 10x10 booth. Trucks/trailers larger than this must purchase a Truck/Trailer space.
Double Booth Space - (10 x 20) $275 Non-refundable 10 x 20 booth space
Truck or Trailer $250 Non-refundable Truck/Trailer space. If your truck/trailer is 10 feet or less, please purchase a 10 x 10 booth space. All trailers are required to be unhitched from vehicle. Vendor must be able to maneuver vehicle/trailer into space. Additional tent structures set up outside of your truck/trailer are prohibited unless given permission in advance to do so from event management due to spacing restrictions.

Questions on the application

Business information

  • Business name
  • Legal business name
  • Contact name
  • Address
  • Email
  • Phone
  • Website (Optional)
  • Logo (Optional)

Additional information

  • What is your business instagram account? Please include the link to your page below
  • Are you a food vendor preparing food onsite, or a cottage food vendor selling prepackaged foods?
  • What's on your menu?
  • If yes, please provide the length (including hitch), width and height of your truck/trailer. Please also let us know which side of the truck/trailer you operate from, (driver or passenger side). (N/A if this does not apply to you)
  • Will you be vending from a truck or trailer?
  • Is there anything else we need to know about your business, or your booth or truck/trailer set up?
  • By signing your name, you are acknowledging and agreeing to our Vendor Terms and Conditions.

Picture requirements

  • Minimum pictures required: 5
  • Please include product photos and at least one photo of your booth set up from a previous event. You are also welcome to include other photos relevant to your brand that provide further insight to your business. PRO TIP: Include high quality images for a chance to be featured on our social media!
Food & Cottage Food Vendor Application
Food & Cottage Food Vendor Application
Bishop Bazaar - Sunday, October 13th