Vendors
Port of Fear is back for more with year FOUR, and we are looking for terrifying treats & macabre merch for the 2025 Spooky Market.
The event will be held on October 3rd and 4th, 2025 on the historic Kemper Center grounds. Our Spooky Night Market will return Friday, October 3rd (3:00pm-10:00pm) with our Spooky Day market running Saturday, October 4th (10:00am-8:00pm).
Application Deadline: August 15th, 2025
Final Vendor Deposits must be paid in full by AUGUST 22nd, 2025 to be a part of this year's event. Any unpaid deposits will forfeit your vendor spot.
2025 Vendor Booth Pricing
10x10 Ft Space - $75 per day
10x20 Ft Space - $115 per day
*If larger space required, please note in application*
If you are interested in setting up a booth Friday (10/3/25) and/or Saturday (10/4/25) we will review your application. Once the review process is complete, we will send you a link to make your deposit (non-refundable) and lock in your spot for this years Port of Fear.
The following requirements need to be met:
Food Vendors:
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Insurance: We require all food vendors to carry a minimum amount of liability insurance.
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Current Food License: Food vendors are required to have a current food license in order to sell for the 2025 year.
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Seller's Permit: We ask that all vendors be up to date with their sellers permit.
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Safety: We ask that all food booths using any open flame or flammable items carry a fire extinguisher. We will be on historic grounds and do not want any damage caused to the facilities, our patrons, or you!
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Vendor Fee: Please note, once booked, vendor fees are non-refundable.
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Branding: Please provide a PDF or .AI vector file with your existing company logo so we may promote you on social media leading up to the event. We want your business to succeed as much as our event!
Merchandise Vendors:
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Insurance: We require all merchandise vendors to carry a minimum amount of liability insurance. The Port of Fear Film Festival is not responsible for any lost, stolen, or damaged product for any vendor.
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Seller's Permit: We ask that all vendors be up to date with their sellers permit.
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Vendor Fee: Please note, once booked, vendor fees are non-refundable.
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Branding: Please provide a PDF or .AI vector file with your existing company logo so we may promote you on social media leading up to the event. We want your business to succeed as much as our event!
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All merchandise must be in theme with our event. We ask that everything represents the spooky, macabre, sci-fi, or fantasy. If you have questions, just reach out.
Our vendor area will be on the front courtyard grounds of the Kemper Center, as well as partially surrounding the soccer field.
We will ensure that all vendors are provided a map with their allocated spot at least 3 days prior to the event. Volunteers on hand to assist.
Tents, tables, chairs, generators, etc. are NOT provided. If you are unable to provide a table, chairs, or need assistance with set up or take down, please let us know, and we will do our best to accommodate and assist. Your business is responsible for setting up and taking down your section.
***Questions?***
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