Pride Fair Application - New Hope Celebrates

Pride Fair application is located at the bottom, please read all the information carefully.

You must APPLY online in order to be considered. Completed applications will be reviewed and you will be contacted if accepted.

If your company or organization is interested in participating in the NHC PrideFair as a vendor please review our vendor information page which will guide you through the process. You must APPLY online in order to be considered. Completed applications will be reviewed and you will be contacted if accepted. Please remember this is an outdoor venue. Availability is on a first-reserved basis, and vendor placement is at the sole discretion of New Hope Celebrates, Inc. NHC and their representatives/volunteers will not be responsible for loss, damage, or personal/business liability. There will be NO REFUNDS. Fees may be tax deductible. We GO rain or shine.

Vendors must be in compliance with all local, state, federal, and venue rules and regulations and provide proof of the same. No vending will be permitted outside of the designated area. Vendor information may be provided to the PA State Department of Taxation.

For setup/breakdown, temporary vehicle loading/unloading guidelines are provided below. Parking is OFFSITE during the PrideFair and will be the responsibility of each participant. There is NO Parking in the Pridefair or on Main Street during the event.

Date: Saturday, May 20th, 2023
Vendor Loading: 7:00 am -10:00 am
Open to the public: PrideFair Noon to 5:00 pm
Location: Parking Lot @ New St. & South Main

Vendor Arrival

All vendors are to check-in at the Vendor Registration table upon arrival at the main entrance of the Parking lot on New Street, New Hope, PA. Vendor Loading: 7:00 am -10:00 am you will be directed when you arrive.

Setup

Early setup is strongly advised, vendor check-in and set-up 7:30 am – 10:00 am – Rain or Shine!

Set-up can continue until 11:00 am vehicles will not be able to access Main Street after 10:30 am due to the parade route. Since the parade begins at 11:30 and the route is next to the vendor fair location, it is recommended that you be set up and be ready to go no later than 11:30 am. The parade will then run from 11:30 until approximately 1:00 pm, at which time the fair gates will open.

Load-in

Each group will have approximately 30 minutes to unload. (you may leave to park then return to set-up.) All cars need to be removed from the festival grounds by 10:30. Everyone is trying to off-load in a short amount of time, so please be considerate and remove your vehicle as soon as possible. Please refrain from bringing large vehicles – NO Tracker Trailers/Box Trucks. Please contact our vendor coordinator ahead of time and we will discuss other options. Cargo Vans are acceptable.

Road Closures & Parking

Due to road closures for the Parade vendors must be in place at set times. Main Street will be closed for the Parade at 11:00 am access will be limited till after the Parade route is cleared. Tables and chairs will be available at designated locations. Vendors should be set up and ready to greet visitors at Noon.

Fair Schedule

Live performances begin at 1:00 pm a schedule will be posted the day of the event.

Pride Fair entire tents open to the public at 12:00 Noon.
There will be a $5.00 suggested donation for the general public at the gate.
Vendors and their staff will receive complimentary wristbands for re-entry through the day.

Breakdown

Fair ends at 5:00 pm you may start breaking down at 4:45 NOT BEFORE, we will allow ample time for you to pack up and exit safely. Vehicles will be allowed back in the parking area after the entertainment ends visitors have cleared the way and security has given the green light. Please arrange with our vendor coordinator prior to the fair if you need to exit early.

You must remove your own trash. You will be charged a $50.00 trash removal fee for items left behind. Tables and chairs must be returned to designated locations. Dumpsters are NOT for vendor use.

Fees

Nonprofit Space $140.00
For-Profit Space $270.00
Corporate Space $500.00 (Included with some Partnership Packages)
Approved Partner Registering (If you are a Paid Partner)
Food Vendors, $220.00 (+$85.00 Borough Fee)

Your Fee includes

One 10 x 10 space will be allocated per fee paid on a first-come basis (Includes one 6’ banquet table and two folding chairs) you must pick up and drop off Tables & chairs at designated locations. We DO NOT provide electric power or access to WiFi. No exceptions.

Payments

We accept CC through PayPal or choose the Pay by Check option upon checkout.
The event is rain or Shine NO REFUNDS, NO EXCEPTIONS. Check payments must be received no later than May 12, 2023. We reserve the right to refuse entry to any vendor for non-compliance to the rules and or non-payment.

Tents & Large Umbrellas

We do not provide tents or large umbrellas. We suggest that you bring either a 10 x 10 Standard pop-up tent or a patio umbrella with a stand to protect you from the sun and or rain.

All Tents must be of flame-retardant material and weighted/secured against the wind (ground stakes are NOT permitted in the parking lot).

Additional chairs will be available only if you ordered them.

Assigned Spaces

All spaces are assigned by our Pride Fair Coordinator and you will be given your space assignment at check-in.

Business Complaint

No Alcoholic Beverages

Outside alcoholic beverages are not allowed in the pride fair area, however, there will be a bar set up on site. All alcoholic beverages must be consumed on the property of Pride Park. Persons deemed to be visibly intoxicated or under the influence of drugs or alcohol will not be permitted to participate and will be asked to leave.

Help Promote PrideFest 2023

Please help advertise the event by liking us on Facebook and Sharing the event on your website and with your customers! newhopecelebrates.com or facebook.com/nhcelebrates

If you need promotional graphics to share on your website or social media platform please contact the pridefair@newhopecelebrates.com

Mailing Address
New Hope Celebrates, Inc. PO Box 266, New Hope, PA. 19038
C/o Pride Fair Coordinator.

All applications will be considered and reviewed by our committee. Once approved, we will notify you to provide payment at that time.

The Pride Fair Vendor Applications.

The Pride Fair Application is now closed for 2023.

Pride Fair Application & Vendor Information