Homewood-Flossmoor Juneteenth Festival vending will take place in Homewood-Flossmoor High School's South Parking lot, the center of the festival's experience. The festival will offer food, live music, art installations, performances, and more.

The Homewood-Flossmoor Juneteenth Festival is seeking high-quality Black-owned business vendors to give them the opportunity to showcase or sell their products or services. We are looking for the following type of vendors:

  • Nonprofits
  • Service Providers
  • Manufacturers
  • Distributers
  • Retailers
  • Food
  • Art
  • Beauty & Wellness
  • Greek or Social Organizations

Contact Information
Janine Thompson |  Danielle Callahan

Vendor Coordinators
vendors@hfjuneteenthfestival.com

 

Questions?

Please email vendors@hfjuneteenthfestival.com or schedule a call via Calendly: https://calendly.com/vendors-23

Requirements

Certification:​ All vendors are required to have a form of a business license, certification, corporation, LLC, 501(c)3 documentation, etc.

Insurance: All vendors must provide One Day/Special Event or other General Liability Insurance with You Matter 2 and Homewood-Flossmoor High School listed as additionally insured. See the sample Certificate of Insurance below. Need insurance?

  • Add-On Insurance: $85

Click Here to see Juneteenth Certificate of Insurance Sample

Food & Beverage Vendors: All vendors selling items that are consumable (Food Trucks, Beverages, etc) are required to complete the Cook County Department of Public Health “Temporary” and “Farmer's Market” Food Vendor Permit Application, download application below. All Food Vendor Permit application need to be returned to Kamala Nagaraj knagaraj@cookcountyhhs.org | 847-818-2844 for approval. Additionally, you will need to complete the Vendor Application.

 

Tenting: 

Vendors are permitted to bring their own pop-up tents that CANNOT exceed 10x10ft unless purchasing another vendor space. Vendors must adhere to the following guidelines:

  • Vendors must sign the Terms and Conditions contract
  • Each weight must be at least 25 lbs per leg
  • All weights will be checked prior to being allowed to set up the day of the festival

Vendor Fees

**All base fees include, a $25 non-refundable application fee (deducted from total fee), 1 6ft table, 2 chairs, and access to power**

  • Early Bird Promo (Dec 19th-26th) - $25 off all submissions (no promo code needed)

December 27th - April 5th

  • Commercial & For-Profit: $250
  • Nonprofit Rate: $200
  • Kid/Teen Vendors (18 and under): $200
  • Non-Truck Food & Beverage Vendors: $300
  • Food & Beverage Trucks: $400

Add-Ons

  • Insurance: $85
  • Extra Booth Space: $100
  • Additional Vendor Badges: $5 each (max 3)
  • Extra tables: $20 each
  • Extra chairs: $8 each

2024 Vendor Applications

This application is only intended for commercial, for-profit, retail, services, nonprofit, and kid/teen businesses, etc.

This application is only intended for vendors who would like to pay their vendor fee in 2 payments.

NOT eligible for Food & Beverage Vendors. 

This application is only intended for food & beverage vendors that are selling consumable goods. 

ALCOHOLIC VENDORS ARE PROHIBITED.

FAQ

WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE VENDOR FEE AND HOW DO I PAY?
All vendor fees, excluding Food Trucks/Trailers, include 6Ft Table (1), Chair (2), and Power.
WHAT IF I NEED EXTRA TABLES, CHAIRS, OR INSURANCE?
If you need extra tables, chairs, and insurance you can purchase them as an add-on in your application.
Pricing:
Tables: $20
Chairs: $8ea

Insurance: $85
WHAT INSURANCE COVERAGE DO I NEED AS AVENDOR?
All vendors are required to have general liability insurance. Your insurance policy must include You Matter 2 and Homewood-Flossmoor High School as additionally insured entities. Please refer to our Vendor Terms & Conditions for insurance requirements.
WHAT IS THE TENT WEIGHT REQUIREMENT?
Vendors must bring at least 25 lb weights per leg to be permitted to set up their tent.
WHAT IF I DON’T HAVE A BUSINESS LICENSE/LLC/501C3?
Crafters, authors, and artists will be handled case-by-case. You will need to provide pictures of what you will be selling. Beauty products, clothing, and other businesses are required to have a license.
WHAT IS A KID/TEEN VENDOR?
In an effort to build future business owners and leaders, we are adding a kid and teen entrepreneur corner for those 18 and under to sell their products or promote their business.
WHEN CAN I EXPECT TO HEAR BACK IN REGARDS TO MY APPLICATION?
​You will receive a response within 5-7 business days.
WHEN IS THE LAST DAY TO SUBMIT A VENDOR APPLICATION?
The last day to submit an application is Friday, April 5, 2024.
HOW MUCH SPACE WILL I BE GIVEN?
Vendors will be provided enough space for a 10x10 tent. If you would like more space, you will have to purchase another vendor spot.
CAN I GET A REFUND FOR MY VENDOR FEE?
​After April 5th, refunds will not be issued.
WHAT ARE THE HOURS OF OPERATION FOR VENDORS DURING THE FESTIVAL?
Vendors are expected to remain open from 11:00 AM to 6:30 PM, adhering to the festival hours.

2023 Official Vendors

* = 2023 Homewood-Flossmoor Juneteenth Festival Sponsors

Food & Beverage Vendors