May 22, 23, & 24 2015
Gough Park, Silver City, NM
ARTISAN / VENDOR APPLICATION
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ATTENTION VENDORS: Please note that we have extended this year’s Blues Festival to 3 DAYS
Booth spaces will be reserved on a first-come, first-served basis upon receipt of the (1) $100 nonrefundable deposit,
(2) proof of general liability insurance with MRAC listed as “additional insured”, (3) completed application, and
(4) contract.
Approval of exhibitors is based upon quality and diversity of goods. Every effort will be made to ensure quality
hand-crafted artisanal product vendors are placed together. Some quality retail vendors will also be grouped together.
Please be advised that no exclusives are possible and that only pre-approved items are allowed to be sold.
All exhibitors must provide proof of general liability insurance coverage and include the Mimbres Region Arts
Council as an additional insured during the event dates.
PLEASE CIRCLE ALL SALE ITEMS THAT APPLY:
Pottery | Jewelry | Photography | Clothing | Wood Crafts | Beauty Products & Services |
Other items for sale (please specify)
VENDORS ARE ONLY ALLOWED TO SELL PRE-APPROVED ITEMS!
*You must enclose 2 photos of your booth set up or email digital photos to: [email protected].
Application deadline is April 1, 2015. A late fee of $25 applies to applications received after the deadline.
FEES: (Please note there is a $100 Non-Refundable DEPOSIT required with all applications)
$315 Commercial/Retail Booth
$250 Artisan Booth (non-Grant County)
$155 Grant County Artisan
$250 Activity Booth (Games, etc)
$ Enclosed Amount
Mail application with check or money order to: MRAC, P.O. Box 1830, Silver City, NM 88062
Credit card payments may be arranged by calling 575-538-2505.
VENDOR CONTRACT
PLEASE RETURN SIGNED CONTRACT VIA MAIL OR FAX
This contract is between Vendor and The Mimbres Region Arts Council for the 20th annual Silver City Blues
and Bikes Festival. Exhibitor agrees to truthfully represent their merchandise to buyers and to conduct business
with the highest of ethical standards. This contract is in effect from May 22-24, 2015.
 ATTENTION: All Vendors must have general liability insurance and list MRAC as an additional insured for the Silver City
Blues and Bikes Festival. If you don’t currently have coverage you may purchase a short term policy for the weekend with the
ACT Insurance Program. Visit https://www.actinsurance.com/policy/buy/ai/MjU1 for details.
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No City Vending permit is required. You are responsible to collect and pay applicable taxes.
Tents must be secured with 50 lb. per pole. 200 lb. MINIMUM. Tie downs must be visibly flagged.
Set up is Thursday, May 21 beginning at 10 AM. NO EARLY BIRDS!
Vendors are expected to stay open for business until sundown Friday and Saturday and until 7:00pm on Sunday.
Booth breakdown is NOT permitted until 7:00 PM on Sunday, except for emergencies and for vendors who are
95% sold out.
Re-selling or sub-letting your assigned booth space is NOT permitted.
Booths must be completely off the site by 10:00 PM, Sunday, May 24
Items of potential danger to the public are not allowed. These items include but are not limited to: dangerously hot
exhibit lights (such as halogen) and combustible or explosive materials; items stacked at heights which could
possibly fall; items displayed low or at ground level which could cause tripping; extremely sharp items.
Per city ordinance NO PETS or wheeled vehicles are allowed other than service animals and wheelchairs.
No Alcohol or illegal drugs allowed on festival grounds. NO EXCEPTIONS.
Security is provided Friday and Saturday evenings from 8PM-8AM. Vendor agrees to indemnify and hold harmless
MRAC for any loss or damage to property. Please plan accordingly.
Parking will be available in the reserved lot adjacent to the park. One parking pass provided per exhibitor
upon arrival.
Please locate MRAC Vendor Coordinator in Gough Park, upon arrival to escort you to your designated space.
All balances must be paid in full by April 22, 2015 or vendor will forfeit booth space. NO monies will be accepted
at load-in.
Exhibitors are solely responsible for loss and/or liabilities of their merchandise.
Exhibitors are required to report any breach of security, including theft, damage to individuals or merchandise, to
MRAC staff or on-site security.
Exhibitors must be available in their exhibit space during the hours of the show.
NO generators allowed!
At no time may food or beverages be sold from an Artisan / Vendor/ Activity booth.
All fabric coverings, including table covers and backdrops must be flame resistant and fire retardant. Exhibitors
may be required to provide proof to fire officials.
Exhibitors agree to leave booth area free of trash or in trash bags at the end of the festival. Any trash will be
removed by the City or MRAC at the expense of the Exhibitor.
Vendors must be 18 years of age.
Exhibitor agrees to the conditions set forth in this contract and application.
Vendor Signature
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RETURN SIGNED ORIGINAL COPY TO:
Mimbres Region Arts Council, P. O. Box 1830, Silver City, New Mexico, 88062
FAX: 575-956-9666