Saturday update: Looks like we had a little bit of rain on Friday. Rough weekend, huh? The rain woke me up this morning around 4:00. Cats and dogs out there!! Wow. Forecast calls for more rain today and clearing on Sunday. People have been flocking here by the hundred's the past couple days.
IMPORTANT: I have written a book about our experiences selling at Street Fairs, festivals, A&C Shows, fairs, flea markets. I know that you will really find reading it quite enjoyable and you'll be able to relate to a lot of things that I describe. Having to endure 71 mph winds, heavy rains, floods, lying and cheating promoters. You'll love it. Only $14.95. Street Fairs for profit, fun and madness
Held yearly on the last weekend of the month in February in the community of Ripon, CA.
I've done this event in the past and you can read all about it by clicking on this link:
http://www.starvingvendors.com/events_Ripon_2008.html
Read how vendors were mis-treated in the past in this bad show. I don't recommend this to anybody. Changed locations to ball field, but it is even worse than before. Talk to other vendors who have done this event. Many problems. Check out some of the other reviews on the website.
Sunday, January 17, 2010
2010 Tyson Wells Sell-a-Rama
Feb 15-24, 2010 at Tyson Wells, AZ just across the highway from Quartzsite.
IMPORTANT: I have written a book about our experiences selling at Street Fairs, festivals, A&C Shows, fairs, flea markets. I know that you will really find reading it quite enjoyable and you'll be able to relate to a lot of things that I describe. Having to endure 71 mph winds, heavy rains, floods, lying and cheating promoters. You'll love it. Only $14.95. Street Fairs for profit, fun and madness
Been here since Tuesday. Took a couple days to set up and began selling on Thursday. Show actually began on Friday with loads of vendors. Weather has been okay up until now but we had a couple days of very strong winds nearing 30mph.
Please be sure to read my daily log and review of the event:
http://www.starvingvendors.com/events_Tyson_Wells_Sellarama_2010.html
IMPORTANT: I have written a book about our experiences selling at Street Fairs, festivals, A&C Shows, fairs, flea markets. I know that you will really find reading it quite enjoyable and you'll be able to relate to a lot of things that I describe. Having to endure 71 mph winds, heavy rains, floods, lying and cheating promoters. You'll love it. Only $14.95. Street Fairs for profit, fun and madness
Been here since Tuesday. Took a couple days to set up and began selling on Thursday. Show actually began on Friday with loads of vendors. Weather has been okay up until now but we had a couple days of very strong winds nearing 30mph.
Please be sure to read my daily log and review of the event:
http://www.starvingvendors.com/events_Tyson_Wells_Sellarama_2010.html
Monday, December 21, 2009
130th Bok Kai Festival
The Bok Kai Parade and Festival March 20, 2010. Please click here to read our review from 2009.
This event is held in the Chinatown district of Marysville, CA yearly. click here for website Vendor Application They do not have any info regarding booths for vendors and there is no listing in Craftmaster's. They get a good turnout for this event and I was amazed at the total length of the parade. Several hours and quite enjoyable.
The Bok Kai Festival, honoring Bok Eye, the Chinese God of Water, pays tribute to the many Chinese who worked the gold mines in the 1800s.
The 129th Bok Kai Festival, reputed to be the oldest continually held parade in California . The Festival opens with a 5K Run/Walk. Registration for the Run/Walk begins in front of the Bok Kai Temple on 1st Street at 8:15 a.m.; The Run/Walk starts at 9:00 a.m. The Parade, starting 11:00 a.m, begins on 6th and D Streets, and is followed by Lung Huang, the 150-ft golden dragon as he noisily winds and dances his way through the historic town of Marysville. Lung Huang's entourage includes lion dancers, martial arts demonstrations, floats and more. Lung Huang is currently been in the Bok Kai Festival since 1991. It is anticipayed that a new, larger dragon will be sited in 2008.
The parade remains a unique small town parade and Festivaunmarred by the commercial smoothness and artificial slickness that often accompanies other venues as they evolve. Following the parade, scheduled multi-cultural entertainment for the entire family including Lion Dancing & Martial Arts by the Hop Sing Society will take place at the corner of 3rd and D Street.
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Quartzsite-Tyson Wells Events in 2010
QUARTZSITE/TYSON WELLS SHOW SCHEDULE FOR 2010.
IMPORTANT: 2009-2010 SEASON REQUIREMENTS FOR VENDING IN THE TOWN OF QUARTZSITE, ARIZONA. You'll need a City Business License to do shows in the area. Arizona Transaction Tax License (AZ Tax ID Number)
TYSON WELLS MARKET SQUARE Oct 1st 2009 - Mar. 30th 2010
Annual RICE RANCH "Yawl Come" SHOW Nov 1st 2009 - Feb 28th 2010
MAIN STREET TRADERS OPEN YEAR ROUND Nov 1st 2009 - Feb 28th 2010
HI ALI SWAPMEET Nov 1st 2009 - Mar 28th 2010
MARKET PLACE SHOWGROUNDS Nov 1st 2009 - Feb 28th 2010
PROSPECTOR'S PANORAMA Nov 1st 2009 - Feb 15th 2010
GREASEWOOD SWAP Dec 1st 2009 - April 1st 2010
CLUB FAIR Nov 7th 2009
SENIOR CENTER
7th ANNUAL Christmas Light Parade Dec. 5TH
Annual RICE RANCH "Yawl Come" SHOW Nov 1st 2009 - Feb 28th 2010
MAIN STREET TRADERS OPEN YEAR ROUND Nov 1st 2009 - Feb 28th 2010
HI ALI SWAPMEET Nov 1st 2009 - Mar 28th 2010
MARKET PLACE SHOWGROUNDS Nov 1st 2009 - Feb 28th 2010
PROSPECTOR'S PANORAMA Nov 1st 2009 - Feb 15th 2010
GREASEWOOD SWAP Dec 1st 2009 - April 1st 2010
CLUB FAIR Nov 7th 2009
SENIOR CENTER
7th ANNUAL Christmas Light Parade Dec. 5TH
Sunday, January 25. A bit cooler today and quite windy during the PM. Last day of the event and the crowds were not too large (again). Economy. We began packing mid-afternoon and had everything in containers by 5:00. Many of the vendors were long gone by that time and I think that it wasn't a very good show for many of them also. We closed up our canopy with our things inside and will load up in the morning and head off to Blythe, of all places to pick up some groceries and get a steak dinner. click here to read more
Indio International Tamale Festival - Dec 5-6, 2009
INDIO INTERNATIONAL TAMALE FESTIVAL - OLD TOWN INDIO (December 5 - 6, 2009) Ranked as one of the top 10 "All-American Food Festivals" in the nation by Food Network-TV. More than 125,000 tamale lovers fill the streets of Old Town Indio to sample every type of tamale one can possibly imagine. Activities include a festive holiday parade, carnival, Mexican Folkloric dancing and a variety of live entertainment for all ages.(760) 391-4175
Vendor application:
http://www.tamalefestival.net/Acrobat/2009/09VendorRulesApp.pdf A&C $375 Comm $475
Monday, July 27, 2009
2009 Jefferson County Fair
Jefferson County Fair, Madras, OR July 22-25
Absolutely the worst County Fair we have ever sold at. Our vendor booths were located in an obscure area of the fairgrounds. Grass field in front of us had many droppings from the cow family. The public could care less about buying from the vendor.
Very poor lighting in our area and extremely bad accessability for the visitors. Spoke to Sandy Foreman who was in charge of the vendors and told me that she would 'get back to me that afternoon.' Never did. Could care less. They got their money from us. Put the 6 vendors in a corner and forget about us. Vendors, do not even think about doing this event. The Worst.
Please click here to read more about the Jefferson County Fair
Visit our Vendor Forum
Absolutely the worst County Fair we have ever sold at. Our vendor booths were located in an obscure area of the fairgrounds. Grass field in front of us had many droppings from the cow family. The public could care less about buying from the vendor.
Very poor lighting in our area and extremely bad accessability for the visitors. Spoke to Sandy Foreman who was in charge of the vendors and told me that she would 'get back to me that afternoon.' Never did. Could care less. They got their money from us. Put the 6 vendors in a corner and forget about us. Vendors, do not even think about doing this event. The Worst.
Please click here to read more about the Jefferson County Fair
Visit our Vendor Forum
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
30th Castroville Artichoke Festival
Sat/Sun May 16-17. This event is held in Castroville which is located approx 20 miles north of Monterey on Highway 156. We will be there selling shell necklaces, shell creations, wrap-around skirts & sarongs and a whole lot more. DandL CREATIONS
On May 16 and 17, 2009, they will be celebrating the 50th annual Artichoke Festival in the community of Castroville, in Monterey County, California. This two-day festival draws large crowds of people who enjoy arts & crafts, tasty food, musical entertainment, cooking demonstrations, a car show and a parade. Last year’s festival was their best yet! Click here for vendor application.
AGRO ART Competition: AGRO art is 3-dimensional fruit and vegetable artwork. This quirky competition fosters imagination, creativity and fun for both participants and the viewing public.
PARADE: Our sanctioned parade is one of the largest and most colorful of its kind.
MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT: Two days of live music! Everything from Swing to Mariachi, Country to 50's Rock & Roll.
CHILDREN'S ACTIVITIES: Games, face paints, clowns, stilt walkers, puppets and more!FOOD: Artichokes fried, sautéed, grilled, marinated, pickled, fresh, and creamed in soup. Plus foods from the many ethnic groups that give this area its character.
FOOD: Artichokes fried, sautéed, grilled, marinated, pickled, fresh, and creamed in soup. Plus foods from the many ethnic groups that give this area its character.
COOKING DEMOS: The area's finest showcase the versatility and unique techniques for preparing and using artichokes.
WINE TASTING: Sample the best from the area's award winning producers.
ARTS & CRAFTS: Unique gifts and apparel crafted by artisans from throughout the country. Plus artichoke souvenirs galore!
FARMERS MARKET: Artichokes and more, fresh from the heart of the salad bowl.
FIELD TOURS: Hop a bus to the artichoke patch for grower talks and photo ops.
Please No Pets. (I second that motion!)
Please visit Starving Vendors where I have placed many of my reviews of events that we have done. Check out our new forum, where you can comment on shows, promoters, etc. Brand new.
On May 16 and 17, 2009, they will be celebrating the 50th annual Artichoke Festival in the community of Castroville, in Monterey County, California. This two-day festival draws large crowds of people who enjoy arts & crafts, tasty food, musical entertainment, cooking demonstrations, a car show and a parade. Last year’s festival was their best yet! Click here for vendor application.
AGRO ART Competition: AGRO art is 3-dimensional fruit and vegetable artwork. This quirky competition fosters imagination, creativity and fun for both participants and the viewing public.
PARADE: Our sanctioned parade is one of the largest and most colorful of its kind.
MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT: Two days of live music! Everything from Swing to Mariachi, Country to 50's Rock & Roll.
CHILDREN'S ACTIVITIES: Games, face paints, clowns, stilt walkers, puppets and more!FOOD: Artichokes fried, sautéed, grilled, marinated, pickled, fresh, and creamed in soup. Plus foods from the many ethnic groups that give this area its character.
FOOD: Artichokes fried, sautéed, grilled, marinated, pickled, fresh, and creamed in soup. Plus foods from the many ethnic groups that give this area its character.
COOKING DEMOS: The area's finest showcase the versatility and unique techniques for preparing and using artichokes.
WINE TASTING: Sample the best from the area's award winning producers.
ARTS & CRAFTS: Unique gifts and apparel crafted by artisans from throughout the country. Plus artichoke souvenirs galore!
FARMERS MARKET: Artichokes and more, fresh from the heart of the salad bowl.
FIELD TOURS: Hop a bus to the artichoke patch for grower talks and photo ops.
Please No Pets. (I second that motion!)
Please visit Starving Vendors where I have placed many of my reviews of events that we have done. Check out our new forum, where you can comment on shows, promoters, etc. Brand new.
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