Application
2025 Vendor Application (INDOORs) > Crafts at the Crossroads : July 26th
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Deadline: Jul 21, 2025 11:59 pm (GMT-06:00) Central Time (US & Canada)
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Date: Jul 26, 2025 9:00 am - Jul 26, 2025 3:00 pm (CST)
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Schererville, Indiana
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$40.00 - $50.00
About the application
About the event
Terms & Conditions
Prices
| RETURNING VENDOR - Single Space - Community Center - INSIDE - Crafts at the Crossroads - July 26th | $40.00 (+ tax and fees) | Non-refundable | Fees: Each fee covers an 8'x8' booth space only but a maybe pivoted to a 10x6 or 9x7 for safety. Tables are not provided, though two (2) chairs will be included per booth. Electricity is limited and will be approved on a case-by-case basis depending on the needs of the crafter (space heaters are prohibited). Larger booth spaces are available through additional rental. All applications and items for sale are subject to approval. No crafter/vendor may sell food or beverages without permission from the Recreation Coordinator. Permission for food and beverage sales is granted on a case-by-case basis, ensuring no conflicts with existing concessionaires, and all vendors must provide proof of health permits and insurance naming the Town of Schererville, Schererville Parks and Recreation Board, and its authorized agents as certificate holders. --- Set-Up/Take-Down: Set-up will be available ONLY on Friday, July 25th from 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Vendors are required to fully unload their vehicles and promptly move them to the designated parking area at Redar Park (217 Gregory St., Schererville, IN). A school bus will shuttle crafters between Redar Park and the Community Center. A staff member will be on-site to monitor the unloading zone and ensure vehicles are moved efficiently. Take-down must be completed by 4:00 PM on the final day of the event. A set-up email with detailed instructions will be sent two weeks prior to the event. --- Rules: No live animals are allowed in the building. No decorations or signage may be attached to any wall, metal, or wood surface. Direct sales businesses are limited to one vendor per company (first come, first served). No crafter/vendor may sell weapons, items considered dangerous, or products containing vulgarities. All merchandise and displays must remain within designated booth spaces. Tables must be covered with floor-length tablecloths, and no boxes, extra merchandise, or clutter should be visible to customers. Vendors are responsible for keeping their spaces clean and removing all trash at the end of the event. Vendors are prohibited from distributing advertisements or soliciting other vendors and patrons outside their booth. All vendors are required to participate for the full duration of the event. Electricity is not guaranteed. Schererville Parks and Recreation reserves the right to cancel the event due to insufficient registration. If canceled, vendors may receive a refund of up to 50% of the booth fee. --- Important Policies: The following are grounds for removal from the event and exclusion from future Schererville Parks craft shows: 1. Leaving Early: Vendors must stay for the full event duration. Tearing down early is disrespectful to other vendors, patrons, and the organizers. If you need to leave early due to unforeseen circumstances, communication with the Recreation Director is required. 2. Arriving Late: The show opens at 9:00 AM on both days, and all booths must be set up and ready for business by 8:00 AM each day. Booths must be manned and open to the public by this time. 3. Parking: Vendor parking is limited. All vendors must park in designated areas, and requests for on-site parking must be made through the Recreation Director. Unauthorized on-site parking takes spaces from customers, reducing foot traffic for all vendors. 4. Raffle Donations: Each vendor is required to provide a physical raffle item (no coupons or gift cards). Raffle prizes draw customers to the show, and the raffle drawings will occur after the show to accommodate the large number of entries. 5. Respect: All vendors must treat others with kindness and respect. Disrespectful behavior will not be tolerated. --- Sales Tax: All vendors are responsible for collecting and remitting their own sales tax. --- Registration Procedure: Beginning in 2025, all Schererville Parks craft shows will be juried. Applications will be reviewed by the Schererville Parks and Recreation staff on an individual basis. The number of vendors selling similar products may be limited to maintain a diverse selection. Not all applications will be accepted. Flea market items, previously used merchandise, and wholesale products are not allowed. Photos of products and displays are required with the application. Schererville Parks and Recreation reserves the right to reject any application based on poor craftsmanship, unprofessional displays, or other factors determined by the Recreation Coordinator. --- Raffle Donations: Vendors are asked to contribute an item (gift baskets, merchandise, gift certificates, etc.) related to their booth for the raffle. Raffle items will be collected 15 minutes before the start of the show. |
| NEW VENDOR - Single Space - Community Center - INSIDE - Crafts at the Crossroads - July 26th | $50.00 (+ tax and fees) | Non-refundable | Fees: Each fee covers an 8'x8' booth space only but a maybe pivoted to a 10x6 or 9x7 for safety. Tables are not provided, though two (2) chairs will be included per booth. Electricity is limited and will be approved on a case-by-case basis depending on the needs of the crafter (space heaters are prohibited). Larger booth spaces are available through additional rental. All applications and items for sale are subject to approval. No crafter/vendor may sell food or beverages without permission from the Recreation Coordinator. Permission for food and beverage sales is granted on a case-by-case basis, ensuring no conflicts with existing concessionaires, and all vendors must provide proof of health permits and insurance naming the Town of Schererville, Schererville Parks and Recreation Board, and its authorized agents as certificate holders. --- Set-Up/Take-Down: Set-up will be available ONLY on Friday, July 25th from 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Vendors are required to fully unload their vehicles and promptly move them to the designated parking area at Redar Park (217 Gregory St., Schererville, IN). A school bus will shuttle crafters between Redar Park and the Community Center. A staff member will be on-site to monitor the unloading zone and ensure vehicles are moved efficiently. Take-down must be completed by 4:00 PM on the final day of the event. A set-up email with detailed instructions will be sent two weeks prior to the event. --- Rules: No live animals are allowed in the building. No decorations or signage may be attached to any wall, metal, or wood surface. Direct sales businesses are limited to one vendor per company (first come, first served). No crafter/vendor may sell weapons, items considered dangerous, or products containing vulgarities. All merchandise and displays must remain within designated booth spaces. Tables must be covered with floor-length tablecloths, and no boxes, extra merchandise, or clutter should be visible to customers. Vendors are responsible for keeping their spaces clean and removing all trash at the end of the event. Vendors are prohibited from distributing advertisements or soliciting other vendors and patrons outside their booth. All vendors are required to participate for the full duration of the event. Electricity is not guaranteed. Schererville Parks and Recreation reserves the right to cancel the event due to insufficient registration. If canceled, vendors may receive a refund of up to 50% of the booth fee. --- Important Policies: The following are grounds for removal from the event and exclusion from future Schererville Parks craft shows: 1. Leaving Early: Vendors must stay for the full event duration. Tearing down early is disrespectful to other vendors, patrons, and the organizers. If you need to leave early due to unforeseen circumstances, communication with the Recreation Director is required. 2. Arriving Late: The show opens at 9:00 AM on both days, and all booths must be set up and ready for business by 8:00 AM each day. Booths must be manned and open to the public by this time. 3. Parking: Vendor parking is limited. All vendors must park in designated areas, and requests for on-site parking must be made through the Recreation Director. Unauthorized on-site parking takes spaces from customers, reducing foot traffic for all vendors. 4. Raffle Donations: Each vendor is required to provide a physical raffle item (no coupons or gift cards). Raffle prizes draw customers to the show, and the raffle drawings will occur after the show to accommodate the large number of entries. 5. Respect: All vendors must treat others with kindness and respect. Disrespectful behavior will not be tolerated. --- Sales Tax: All vendors are responsible for collecting and remitting their own sales tax. --- Registration Procedure: Beginning in 2025, all Schererville Parks craft shows will be juried. Applications will be reviewed by the Schererville Parks and Recreation staff on an individual basis. The number of vendors selling similar products may be limited to maintain a diverse selection. Not all applications will be accepted. Flea market items, previously used merchandise, and wholesale products are not allowed. Photos of products and displays are required with the application. Schererville Parks and Recreation reserves the right to reject any application based on poor craftsmanship, unprofessional displays, or other factors determined by the Recreation Coordinator. --- Raffle Donations: Vendors are asked to contribute an item (gift baskets, merchandise, gift certificates, etc.) related to their booth for the raffle. Raffle items will be collected 15 minutes before the start of the show. |
Questions on the application
Business information
- Business name
- Legal business name
- Contact name
- Address
- Phone
- Website (Optional)
- Logo (Optional)
Additional information
- Please provide a detailed list of all items you intend to sell. **Note:** Any items not listed and pre-approved will not be permitted for sale at the event.
- "I understand that I am responsible for bringing all necessary supplies for my booth, with the exception of two (2) chairs provided per booth space. I acknowledge that tables are not provided, and electricity is limited and subject to approval based on my product needs. I also understand that space heaters are strictly prohibited."
- "I understand that any special requests I make are not guaranteed and are considered only as requests."
- "I understand that I am required to bring a raffle item upon check-in and that I will not receive my booth number until the raffle item has been provided to Parks staff. I will securely attach my business card to the raffle item. I acknowledge that it is my responsibility to ensure the raffle item is presentable, undamaged, and appropriately represents my business and the event."
- I understand that I'm required to attend ALL days of the event.
- I understand that if I have items that can be CONSUMED (Food) that I will provide a Certificate of Insurance
- I understand that setup time is from 12pm-7pm ONLY the day before the event begins and that I will not be able to setup on Saturday.
- "I understand and agree to abide by all the event rules. I acknowledge that failure to comply with these rules may result in forfeiting any payments made for this event and potential exclusion from future events."
- Do you REQUIRE electricity?
- "I understand and agree to abide by the 'Big No Nos' policies. I acknowledge that failure to comply may result in immediate removal from the current and future shows, with all fees forfeited."
- "I understand that I am required to park at Redar Park. If I am found parking on-site without prior approval, I acknowledge that I will be asked to leave immediately, be banned from the current and future shows, and forfeit all fees paid."
- I understand that Schererville Parks reserves the right to cancel the show due to insufficient registration or a situation where it's deemed unsafe for the event to occur
- Waiver & Release of All Claims I, the Vendor in this event/program, recognize and acknowledge that there may be certain risks of physical injury arising from my participation in this event, and I agree and assume the full risk of any injuries, including death, damages or loss which I may sustain as a result of participating in all activities connected with or associated with such event. I, the Vendor, in this event/program, agree to waive and relinquish all claims that I may have, of any kind whatsoever, against the above named entity and its agents, officers, servants, and employees as a result of participating in the event. I, the Vendor, assume the entire responsibility and liability for any and all losses, damages, and claims of any kind, including but not limited to those arising out of injury or damage to the Vendor’s unit, display, equipment and other property brought onto the Town’s premises for this event. I, the Vendor in this event/program agree to fully release and dis
- "I understand that this year’s craft shows will be juried by the Recreation Director and Parks Pioneers. If I apply before December 31st, 2024, my application will be juried on January 7th, 2025, with payment due upon approval. If I apply after January 1st, 2025, my application will be juried each Monday of the following week, and I will allow up to one week for the jurying process. I also understand that payment will be due immediately upon approval.
- "Please note that if you have not been previously approved for the INDOORs Schererville Community Center location, your application will be considered at a lower priority. Vendors who have demonstrated consistent commitment to the Spring Fever Craft Show in past years will be given higher priority during the jurying process.
Picture requirements
- Minimum pictures required: 5
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