5th Annual Beartaria Times National Festival

Become A Vendor

Join Us as a Vendor!

We’re now accepting vendor applications for the 2026 Beartaria Times National Festival. We’re looking for makers, bakers, builders, artists, creators, food vendors, and service providers who are a strong fit for our family-friendly festival community.

All vendors must apply and be approved before participating.

Festival Dates

October 9–11, 2026 (Friday–Sunday)

Application Deadline

Vendor applications will be accepted through Sept 1, 2026—approximately 45 days before the festival. Applications received after this date will not be considered.

Vendor Fees

Vendor fees are based on booth type and space size.

Non-Food Vendor

$100

10' x 10' booth

$150

10' x 20' booth

Power hookup available

Campground Donors

Campground donors who have donated $400+ receive 50% off their vendor fees.

Food Vendor

$250

10' x 10' booth

$300

10' x 20' booth

Power hookup available

Campground Donors

Campground donors who have donated $400+ receive $100 off their vendor fees.

Additional Booth Space

Need more room? Each additional 10' x 10' booth space is $100.

Festival Tickets

Every person working your booth must have their own festival ticket.

All fees are non-refundable if selected. Vendor fees are in addition to required festival tickets.

What to Know Before Applying

Please review the key vendor requirements below before submitting your application.

For more detailed information, please also read the Vendor FAQ.

Vendor Approval Required
Submitting an application does not guarantee approval. Vendors are selected based on festival needs, product/service fit, available space, and overall vendor balance.
Festival Tickets Required
All vendors must purchase a general admission ticket in addition to their booth fees. Every person working your booth must have their own ticket.
Telegram Required
All approved vendors must join the private vendor Telegram group. This is where official vendor updates, booth assignments, setup details, power information, and time-sensitive announcements will be shared.
Power Cable Requirements
If your booth requires power, you must bring your own heavy-duty 10 or 12-gauge power cable and power strip. Estimated cable lengths will be provided before the festival.
Important Vendor Dates
Vendor Setup Day: Thursday, October 8th
Vendor Breakdown/Cleanup: Sunday, October 11th (evening) through Monday morning.
Operating Hours
Standard booth hours are typically 10 AM – 6 PM, but vendors—especially food vendors—are welcome to serve outside those hours (e.g. early AM breakfast, late-night snacks).

Apply to Vend

Fill out the form below to be considered for this year’s festival. If selected, you’ll receive next steps for approval, payment, and onboarding. Space is limited and spots fill quickly—apply early!

Applications close September 1st, 2026.

Vendor Application - 2026

Vendor Information
Communication
Offering
Acknowledgments

Vendor Information

Please tell us who you are!

First Name

Last Name

Business or Booth Name

Website (if applicable)

Bear Name

Beartaria Times App Handle

Communication

Please enter your email, phone number and Telegram handle. Telegram is the main communication method that will be used to communicate with you.

Phone Number

Telegram @handle

All vendor communications will take place via a private Telegram group.

Offering

Please tell us what you would like to offer our attendees.

What type of vendor are you applying as?

General Vendor (products, services, crafts, etc.)

Food Vendor (prepared food, beverages, baked goods, etc.)

What do you plan to vend?

How would you describe the overall theme or focus of your booth?

Why do you want to vend at the Beartaria Times Festival?

Anything else you’d like us to know?

Acknowledgments

Vendor Fee Acknowledgment

I understand that, if approved, I will be required to pay a non-refundable vendor fee in order to be officially onboarded. This fee includes a power hookup and supports festival infrastructure.

Vendor Ticket Acknowledgment

I understand that each vendor must also purchase their own festival ticket separately. Tickets are required for all attendees, including vendors.

Agreement to Telegram Participation

I understand that all vendor communications will take place via a private Telegram group, and I agree to join this group as part of the onboarding process.

Conduct & Responsibility Acknowledgment

I understand that vendors are expected to operate professionally and respectfully, in alignment with the family-friendly and self-reliant values of the festival.

Questions?

Please review the Vendor FAQ before applying. It covers booth setup, power requirements, vendor communication, product approval, and other important details.