​We welcome three types of vendors at Arcata Fairy Festival:

• Artists, Artisans and Makers
  Clothing, fairy wings, hair pieces, hanging art, treasures of all kinds, accessories, plants and so much more

• Activities and Experiences
  Offering services such as tarot, card readings, henna, face painting, craft and art projects, etc!

• Food
  We have a preference for food booths raising funds for area schools and 501(c)3 organizations operating. Food and beverages must offer thematic nourishment for our festival-goers, and Fairy Festival accepts those who are able to help us in our Zero Waste event goals. 

 

Fairy Festival is a FULL day of fairy fabulousness this year and so many community partnerships. ALL MAGICAL & MYSTICAL CREATURES OF ALL WALKS ARE WELCOME! Fairy Festival celebrates Fae of all kinds! Whether you are winged or not, scaled, toothed or furry- you are welcome!

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Read on for COMPLETE Fairy Festival Vendor information and guidelines:

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Welcome to the 5th Arcata Fairy Festival: Arcata's most whimsical art event happening on the central and community connecting Arcata Plaza 12 - 10pm on Sunday June 9th. This event is a to delight our North Coast communities, attendance topped 5,600 in 2024 and we know people are excited for 2025. We seek enchanting vendors, local nonprofits and businesses to collaborate with!

Fairy Festival specifically works to be completely unique in its production and experience. Vendors are expected to fully participate in the immersive quality of the event. This means you should:

1. Decorate your booth according to your theme or product.
2. Provide and interactive or immersive quality to your booth.
3. Dress and/or act in character at the event.
4. Fairy Festival aims to offer as many immersive activities as possible for attendees. You may be asked to harbor creatures or items in your booth for the whimsy of a treasure hunt, we hope that you will graciously approve and participate.

Fairy Festival provides fundraising opportunities for local schools and nonprofit to further their missions to support and educate our local youth.

 

We limit numbers of vendors in each type to allow each vendor to do well, and sending picture samples of your work will help us to select a great variety of artisan vendors. Preference is to those who create or upcycle their goods.


FOOD VENDORS:
Fairy Festival hopes to reserve food vending opportunities for area schools and will only secondarily consider food vendor who is not a 501c(3) organization who seeks to raise funds for their mission.

NON-PROFIT or ACTIVITY BOOTHS:
This will be at assigned 6' tables, probably in the center, 11-6pm. Free, unless you'll be selling items, then it's $25.  You will need to hand-truck out your supplies... no cars will be allowed on the plaza. We can help you make a plan!

ELECTRICITY:
There is limited access to electricity. Additional fees apply - please inquire. Vending goes til 6pm!

ZERO WASTE:
Fairy Festival aims to be a zero waste leader, what are the Fae if not connected to the Earth? In 2024 Fairy Festival will enforce a strict "No Cups" policy. Attendees may bring their own, rent or purchase cups. There will be no compostable's or recyclable cups permitted on site as part of the event. We'll have cups to "rent" for a refundable $1.00.
Fairy Festival adamantly supports the use of biodegradable glitter.

IMPORTANT*****
In 2025 Vendor time lines will be strictly enforced. Vendors will be expected to be set in full up by 11:00am and prepared to sell. Vendors will not be permitted to break down earlier than 6pm. The City of Arcata has rigid guidelines regarding road closures and traffic flow meant to keep our many attendees of all ages protected from vehicles. NO CARS on the plaza til after 6:15pm when it's safe, guided by our volunteer team. Thanks!

Please make checks to our nonprofit partner organization, Playhouse Arts (memo line Fairy Festival) and mail to 1251 9th St, Arcata CA 95521, or to Shoshanna 1210 Grant Ave, Arcata CA 95521 or drop off in the sparkly box on the porch at that location.

Vendor Questions:
Text Shoshanna at (707) 616-6876 or email arcatafairyfestival@gmail.com.