GENERAL INFORMATION & AGREEMENT By reading the information below and submitting this online Application & Agreement, you are agreeing to abide by all rules and regulations set forth by the event organizers in the 2025 Shop and Stroll Markets and made a part hereof by reference. Please read over the Rules, Terms & Conditions before filling out and submitting your application. You agree to and understand the Rules, Limitations, and Procedures by submitting your application and payment.
Application Process
1. Complete the online application form
2. Provide detailed information about your booth, products/services, and category
3. Attach necessary documents or images to support your application
4. Apply before the deadline or there is an extra charge.
5. Once approved, your card will be automatically charged APPROVAL: Applications will be approved/denied based on event needs, space availability, and/or amount of duplicated products. The minimum combined 2025 sales tax rate for Alamance County, North Carolina is 6.75%. This is the total of state, county, and city sales tax rates. The North Carolina sales tax rate is currently 4.75%. These fees and Stripe fees are collected.
The submittal of an application does not guarantee a vendor's acceptance into any event. All decisions are at Shop and Stroll Market's discretion. Shop and Stroll Markets has a right to deny or cancel any vendor that does not follow the professional expectations and guidelines of Shop and Stroll Markets. Shop and Stroll Markets DOES NOT GUARANTEE EXCLUSIVITY for vendors on particular items. Shop and Stroll Markets DOES NOT GUARANTEE attendance or sales.
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If vendors post or advertise their participation in events through their own social media or other marketing channels, they must tag Shop and Stroll Markets in the posts to ensure proper recognition and collaborative visibility. This applies to all event-related promotional posts shared with followers. Failure to adhere to these terms may result in future participation opportunities being restricted.
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Vendor Acceptance Terms
- We review each vendor application individually, considering product type, display quality, location, community reviews, and professionalism
- Vendors agree to promote and share event promotions through their marketing channels
- Each application must include digital photographs: photographs must clearly show the work the vendor intends to exhibit and one photo must be an image of the artist’s booth completely set up.
-Product and Pricing: Vendors agree to offer only the items approved by Shop and Stroll Markets and to maintain reasonable prices to encourage customer purchases and satisfaction. Vendors must display prices for all items.
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SPACE SIZE AND ASSIGNMENT
- Space assignments are provided at check-in only
- We Reserve The Right To Adjust Event Layout Or Schedule If Necessary
- There is no booth splitting. One vendor per booth.
- Electricity NOT available
-Wifi NOT available
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DISPLAY AREA - Must stay within designated space limits including display racks and tables
-ANY soliciting outside of your booth space is NOT PERMITTED.
- Booths should remain open and staffed for the duration of the event
-The vendor must be in security of his/her booth, and cannot hold Shop and Stroll Markets and/or Staff /Volunteers or the venue responsible for theft or damage. Vendor booth fee is non-refundable for vendors participating in the market
- Vendors must furnish their own cash bank and credit card processing if they wish to take credit cards
- Vendors must comply with all state and federal laws, regulations, and sales tax requirements
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Setup and Breakdown Information
- Event is 1-5 -Setup begins at 11:00 am you will receive an email detailing how to set up a few days before the event. - Vendors must comply with setup timelines,
- Booth breakdown commences after the event ends at 5 pm
- Must be fully packed and cleared out by 6:00 pm
-Vendors Must Stay For The Entire Duration Of The Event
- In Case Of An Emergency, Please Notify Us At The Shop And Stroll Markets Information table
- Early Pack-Up May Negatively Impact The Event And Other Vendors
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Event Protocol - Vendors are responsible for removing empty boxes, trash, plastic bags, etc. Vendors are fully responsible for the cleanliness of the area of rental. The area must be left in the same condition as it was when you arrived. All vendor items must be removed from the premises at the end of the event.
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Refunds and Cancellations
- No refunds or credits will be given under any circumstances including weather
- If a vendor cancels or fails to participate, they forfeit their payment
-No Refunds: All Vendor Booth Sales Are Final; No Refunds For Cancellations Or Any Other Circumstances
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No Show Policy:
If a vendor or artist does not show up for the event they will forfeit their booth fee and are ineligible for a refund.
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No Transfers Policy No Transfers: Vendor Booth Reservations Are Non-Transferable; No Transfers To Other Parties, Vendors, Or Events
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Release and Waiver- Vendors are responsible for damages caused by themselves or their employees
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Marketing and Photography
- Shop and Stroll Markets reserves the right to take photographs or videos of vendors' products and displays for marketing and promotional purposes
- Vendors grant permission for the use of such images and agree to hold harmless Shop and Stroll Markets and its affiliates from any claims or damages arising from the use of such images
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Parking
- Vendors will be directed to a designated parking area to check in and unload their booth
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Weather
- THIS EVENT IS OUTSIDE! Shop and Stroll Markets is a RAIN or SHINE event
- The event will take place rain or shine, and approved vendors agree to be present during the event hours despite weather conditions (in the event of unsafe snow or ice we may cancel and there is no snow weather date change)
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Acts of God - Shop and Stroll Markets and its affiliates shall have no liability whatsoever for damage, of any nature, to any person, matter, or thing resulting from storm wind or water, or other acts of God, or imminent threat thereof, nor fire, strikes, or lockouts
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Force Majeure: When circumstances are beyond the control of Shop and Stroll Markets organizers (e.g., weather, natural disaster), the event may be postponed or canceled. In such cases, vendors will be notified as soon as possible.
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Compliance with Laws - Vendors must comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances, including but not limited to health and safety regulations, tax laws, and consumer protection laws
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Vendor Conduct
- Vendors are expected to conduct themselves professionally and respectfully at all times during the event Discrimination, harassment, or any form of abusive behavior will not be tolerated By submitting your application and payment, you acknowledge that you have read, understand, and agree to be bound by the terms and conditions of this Agreement.
If You Have Any Questions, Please Contact Us At shopandstrollmarkets@gmail.com.
