Vendor FAQ
Frequently asked questions

The Bangor Garden Show Vendor Marketplace is a mix of vendors who have supported the Garden Show on an on-going basis, seasoned artisans and vendors who are experiencing the event with the intent of trying it to see if it is a good fit for their business, and folks who have never sold their wares at a garden show.

We do try to limit the numbers of similar vendors in order that vendors do well at the show, ie Jewelry or candy, limited to 2-3 vendors each. Approved vendors are accepted on a first come basis, with some making the $100 deposit at the end of the current show to guarantee their place at the next show. The Show attracts 9,000 to 15,000 attendees on any given year.

Getting in as new vendor

In order to be accepted as a new vendor to the show, the Garden Show Committee will need to know in detail the types of products you will be selling. Pictures are welcomed as an addition. Once approved, you will be sent a registration form. The registration form should be returned with a $100 deposit. You will receive a statement showing your balance in January/early February. Payment must be received and proof of insurance* received by the Garden Show Committee before you will be allowed to set up at the Civic Center.

Call (207) 990-1201 (or) email bangor.beautiful@bgrme.org (or) send info to Bangor Garden Show PO Box 1548 Bangor, ME 04402-1548

Insurance

*Proof of Liability Insurance": Ask your insurance agent. They will fax an Accord form to us (207) 942- 6631. Keep Bangor Beautiful must be listed as an "additional insured" This is required by the venue to cover any liability issues that may arise from the show. Keep Bangor Beautiful also carries a large event liability insurance policy for the Garden Show.

About the Booths

Booth spaces are 8 feet deep by 10 feet wide. They include a table and 2 chairs, a sign, table cloth and skirting and (2) 110 outlets. If you use a 10x10 foot canopy, we can accommodate the additional depth by placing you around the outer wall, as the aisles are wider there. This boothspace rents for $550.00. An outside (or) inside corner rents for $650.00, a double booth rents for $975. If you need a 220 outlet, there is an additional charge of $ 10. Each booth space comes with 2 badges. Each additional badge required will be $10 There will be a surcharge for any messes or damage to the Civic Center walls. The staff takes pictures to document damages. Nothing is to be secured to the walls.

Gala Night

The 2008 Garden Show opens with a Preview Night Gala at 6pm on Thursday April 3rd. Vendors are required to be at their booths during the Gala from 6pm to 9pm. On Friday and Saturday (April 4-5) The Show opens at 9am and closes at 8pm. Sunday opens at 10am and closes at 5 pm. Vendors must wear their badges in order to gain entrance to the venue without paying.

Volunteers will help

The Garden Show organizers provide volunteers who will step into your booths in order that you can take a bathroom, cigarette, or lunch break. A coffee cart with pastries comes around and food vendors offer their menus to order lunch/dinner in advance, A wide variety of food and drink is offered.

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