Vendor Application

Vendor Requirements

• Provide all required business documentation and permits required by the City of Myrtle Beach and the State of South Carolina.
• Submit a photo of vendor setup with a description of what you are bringing.
• Collect and report applicable sales tax.
• Provide your own setup materials including tents, tables, chairs, lighting, extension cords, and signage.
• All tents must be properly weighted with sandbags or approved weights. No staking into pavement unless specifically approved.
• Maintain a clean and safe booth area throughout the event.
• Vendors may not close down before 9pm without permission from the Vendor Liaison, but may stay open until 11pm.

Product & Display Guidelines

We welcome:

• Original artwork
• Handmade goods
• Coastal, music, and creative-themed merchandise
• Boutique retail items
• Non-profit / community organizations
• Vintage-inspired or artisan products
• All food must be pre-made

We do not allow:

• AI-generated artwork or mass-produced AI print merchandise
• Offensive, discriminatory, or explicit material
• Political or hate-related merchandise
• Weapons, drug paraphernalia, or illegal products
• Excessive profanity or sexually explicit content
• Products deemed unsafe or inappropriate for a family-friendly public event

Family-Friendly Environment

• Maintain respectful interactions with guests and neighboring vendors.
• Ensure displays and products are appropriate for all ages.
• Avoid aggressive sales tactics.

Festival Rights

• Festival organizers reserve the right to approve or deny any application.
• Submission of an application does not guarantee acceptance.
• Vendors who fail to follow festival guidelines may be asked to modify their setup or leave the event without refund.
• The festival reserves the right to limit duplicate vendor categories to maintain variety.

Weather & Liability

• This is a rain-or-shine event unless conditions become unsafe.
• Vendors participate at their own risk and are responsible for their property, setup, and inventory.
• Festival organizers and venues are not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged items.

Photography & Promotion

By participating, vendors grant permission for festival organizers to photograph booths and products for promotional and marketing purposes.