Memorial Day Market Terms & Conditions
Upon signing and returning the attached reservation form to Big Walnut Music and Marching Boosters (“BWMMB”), the vendor acknowledges responsibility to the City of Sunbury for any and all damages to the square as a direct result of the negligence of the vendor. Neither City of Sunbury or BWMMB are responsible for theft, loss, damages, or bodily injury to the vendor or employees of the vendor. By signing the attached agreement, the vendor accepts and acknowledges all rules and regulations stipulated below:
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To reserve space for the Memorial Day Craft and Vendor Fair, BWMMB must receive this executed vendor contract as well as payment.The vendor agrees to pay $45 ($40 early bird, $55 late registration) per lawn space (approx. 10' x 15') plus an additional $100 for parking a single passenger vehicle in an assigned location adjacent to their space. Trees, lampposts and other obstructions may be included within the space and cannot be removed. All vehicles, tents, displays and sales must be contained within the vendor's purchased assigned space(s). The vendor must supply his/her own tables and chairs. PER STATE REGULATIONS, ALL SIDEWALKS MUST BE HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE, ALL VENDORS WILL BE REQUIRED TO FACE SIDEWALKS (NO CURB SPACES WILL BE AVAILABLE).
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The vendor understands that reservation of spaces is on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE BASIS. Your reservation will be guaranteed if payment is enclosed with a signed reservation form until all available spaces have been reserved.
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Vendor unloading to the lawn spaces will begin at 5:30 a.m. on the morning of the market. All vendors will check-in at the marked check-in station on S Vernon St. where volunteers will check you in and guide you to your assigned space(s). Paid reservations will be held until 7:00 a.m. Remaining spaces will be sold to those vendors on the waiting list. For vendors who pre-register, early set up will be available from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Sunday, May 24th. Vendors who wish to pay the day of the event will need to wait until Monday to set up. Anyone who sets up without BWMMB volunteer direction may be asked to move.
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Gates will open to the public at 8:00 a.m. All sales conclude at 4:00 p.m. and all vendors must leave the square area no later than 6:00 p.m. on the date of the event. Driving on the Square will not be permitted before 4:00 p.m. unless directed by the show organizer. Late arrivals (after 6:30 a.m.) and early departures (before 4:00 p.m.) will be asked to carry their display items/inventory on and off the Square. This request is made to ensure the safety of our vendors and guests.
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Vendors should park in designated parking areas off the square if able. Parking spaces around the square are reserved for attendees of the market and vendors with special needs. (Reserved spaces are available for handicapped parking.)
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No vehicles weighing over 3/4 ton will be parked on the lawn area of the Square. However, parking on the grass is at the organizer's discretion and with the purchase of an additional assigned vehicle space. There are a limited number of parking spaces on the square. Heavy rain may render portions of the lawn closed to vehicles and refunds may be available at the discretion of the Big Walnut Music and Marching Boosters staff.
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Electricity and water hookups are NOT available.
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The Vendor agrees that there will be no distribution of literature without prior approval of the sponsoring organization.
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The sale of firearms, live ammunition, live animals, pornographic materials, palm reading, or any game of chance is STRICTLY PROHIBITED. Selling or displaying these items is subject to removal without refund. Please remember that this is a family event and all sales should be family friendly. Sharpened knives, swords, other tools, etc. can only be handled and purchased by those 18 years or older, the vendor is wholly responsible for validating the age of the individual and agrees to be held solely liable for any damages, fines and legal costs for erroneous sales to those not of 18 years of age.
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The Vendor is responsible for removal of his/her trash from the premises. No bags, boxes or containers are to be left on the premises. A dumpster is provided.
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ABSOLUTELY NO CHEMICALS MAY BE USED OR SOLD FOR USE ON THE PREMISES OF THE SQUARE.
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Refunds are guaranteed only up to 15 days prior to the date of the market. NO REFUNDS will be given for weather conditions.
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All Registrations must be postmarked by May 1st. Any registrations after this date must pay the late registration fee.
TO ENTER THE SQUARE THE PUBLIC WILL BE ASKED FOR A SUGGESTED DONATION OF $1 PER PERSON.
INTERPRETATION OF ALL RULES AND ASSIGNMENTS SHALL BE AT THE DISCRETION OF BWMMB.