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Application Participation

Participation Application

Name*
First Last
COVID-19 Vaccination Status (Optional)
The Old Takoma Business Association endeavors to create a safe festival for vendors and visitors. Vendor applications that indicate that a vendor is fully vaccinated will be looked upon more favorably during the application process than vendors without a vaccine.
- Yes, I'm fully vaccinated (or will be by Oct. 3) and will only send vaccinated volunteers or staff to work at the festival
- No, I am not vaccinated
- Choose not to answer
COVID-19*
The festival will follow all State, County and CDC guidance. This guidance is continually changing. This may require festival modifications, rescheduling or cancellation. The Old Takoma Business Association, at its sole discretion, will determine the best way to implement all State, County and CDC guidelines, as it deems necessary and at any time, to create a safe experience for vendors and attendees.

In addition, and at its sole discretion, the Old Takoma Business Association may implement additional modifications or requirements beyond the State, County and CDC guidelines as it deems necessary and at any time, in order to create a safe experience for festival vendors and attendees.
I understand the COVID-19 policy.
Waiver of Liability*
I recognize the contagious nature of COVID-19 and voluntarily agree to assume all of the risks for myself, employees, or volunteers participating in the festival. I hereby release, covenant not to sue, discharge and hold harmless the Old Takoma Business Association, employees, agents, Board of Directors, of and from the claims, actions, damages, costs, or expenses of any kind related to COVID-19 and festival participation.
I agree to the Waiver of Liability
Business Name*
Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
Phone*
Email*
Website*
Facebook Name*
Instagram Name*
Applying for:*
Please choose from the events below. Mistaken event selection will delay review of your application.
- Art Hop
- Street Festival
Participated previously?*
- Yes
- No
If yes, what year(s)?
If Art Hop:
Choose one
You will not be required to pay now. You will be asked to pay if accepted.
- Artist - $100
- Host Business - $100
If Art Hop Artist:
What is your medium?
What is the price range for your work?
What are the sizes of your pieces?
Space Preference
This is only a request and is not guaranteed.
Check here is you would be willing to host a class in your medium over Art Hop weekend.
- Yes
One Day Participation
Art Hop is primarily a two day event, but we do have a limited number of spaces that are offered on Saturday only in a business or outdoors. Please indicate your interest in participating in Art Hop on Saturday only.
- I am interested in participating on SATURDAY only.
Outdoor Space
Please share your preferences regarding participating in Art Hop with an outdoor booth space. You will be required to provide tent and table.
- I would like to participate in an outdoor booth
Please attach two high res samples of your work labeled with your last name. These images should be HORIZONTAL or SQUARE and will be used on our website if you are accepted.
Drop files here or

Max. file size: 650 MB, Max. files: 2.
Click here to read detailed event requirements
I have read and agree to the attached requirements.*
- Yes, I have read and agree to the attached requirements.
Type Name*
Type Date*
If Art Hop Host Business:
What are your hours of operation on Saturday and Sunday?
Ideally, businesses participate both days.
One Day Participation
Please indicate if you are only able to participate in event one day only.
- Saturday only
- Sunday only
Do you have an artist that you would like to partner with? If so, please include NAME, EMAIL, and MEDIUM below. Please also know that you or the artist is responsible for artist application fee to be including on map and in promotions.
Art Preference
Please list type of art you would like in your shop or leave blank for any. Options include paint, photography, mixed media, pottery, jewelry, clothing, housewares or paper.
Number of Artists
We ALWAYS get more applications than we have locations to fit them. Please let us know if you are willing to host more than one artist. The more artists we have, the bigger our event is.
What space are you willing to offer to artists? Walls, window space, other?
Check here if you would be willing to host a class in your space over Art Hop weekend.
- Yes
If an artist can hang items on your walls, how will that work? Pre-existing holes, removable hooks?
Do you have a preferred artist or genre? If yes, please provide.
If you have your own artist, to participate they will need to apply online and pay application fee.
Anything else that we need to know?
Click here to read detailed event requirements
I have read and agree to the attached requirements*
- Yes, I have read and agree to the attached requirements.
Type Name*
Type Date*
If Earth Day:
Number of Booths Required
Booth Fee - $50
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
Click here to read detailed event requirements
I have read and agree to the attached requirements*
- Yes, I have read and agree to the attached requirements.
Type Name*
Type Date*
If reCYCLE:
Name of Submission:
Description of Submission:
Please attach a sketch of your proposed Seat (with dimensions), a descriptive overview of the Seat (including materials used and how it will withstand the elements) and a photo of any previous work.
Drop files here or

Max. file size: 650 MB, Max. files: 2.
Click here to read detailed event requirements
I have read and agree to the attached requirements*
- Yes, I have read and agree to the attached requirements.
Type Name*
Type Date*
If Street Festival:
2021 Rates

Artist Booth Space: $200
Artist Shared Booth Space Surcharge: WAIVED
Community Group Booth Space: $185
Company Booth Space: $725
Small Company/Start-Up (5 employees or less, start up - 12 months or less) Booth Space: $400
Takoma Commercial District Business Booth Space: $125
Local Food Vendor Booth Space: $475
National Chain Food Vendor Booth Space: $1,250
Corner Booth Space Surcharge: $100 (Email for availability)
Choose one*
- Artist
- Community Group
- Takoma Business
- Company
- Food Vendor
- Small Business (active 12 months or less OR has 5 or fewer employees)
If Street Festival Artist:
What type of art/crafts do you make?*
- Art
- Clothing/Textiles
- Jewelry
- Housewares
- Paper Goods
- Bath/Body
- Specialty Foods
- Kids Items
- Other
Please describe your items in a brief paragraph below*
What is your price range?*
Attach two high resolution images of your work labeled with your last name.*
Drop files here or

Max. file size: 650 MB, Max. files: 3.
I understand that this is a producers only festival and confirm that I will make all of the items to be sold at my booth.*
- Yes, I understand that this is a producers only festival and confirm that I will make all of the items to be sold at my booth.
Number of booth space requested (10x10' spot)*
- 1
Special Requests (shady spot, away from music or food, etc)
Will be reviewed but not guaranteed. Please note we do not provide power or wifi.
Click here to read detailed event requirements
I have read and agree to the attached requirements*
- Yes, I have read and agree to the attached requirements.
Type Name*
Type Date*
If Street Festival Food
What food will you be offering?*
No smokers permitted; all service ware must be recyclable per city ordinance.
Please provide your setup dimensions (length x width)*
Electricity is not provided. QUIET generators permitted. No smokers.
Have you participated in this and/or other large festivals (10K+)?*
Please list at least three large-scale events you have participated in, along with dates and locations.
Are you a food truck?*
- Yes
- No
Image of booth/truck setup and menu*
Please upload an image of your booth or truck setup and menu.
Drop files here or

Max. file size: 650 MB.
Click here to read detailed event requirements
I have read and agree to the attached requirements*
- Yes, I have read and agree to the attached requirements.
Type Name*
Type Date*
If Community Group
Passive fundraising OK - no soliciting outside your booth.
Number of booths requested*
- 1 (10'x10' space)
Tell Us About Yourself/Special Requests*
Requests will be reviewed but are not guaranteed. Please note we do not provide power or wifi.
Click here to read detailed event requirements
I have read and agree to the attached requirements*
- Yes, I have read and agree to the attached requirements.
Type Name*
Type Date*
If Company
Number of booths requested (space is 10'x10')*
- 1
Tell Us About Yourself/Special Requests*
Requests will be reviewed but are not guaranteed. If you are a small business (with five or fewer employees or have been operative 12 months or less) please indicate here.
Click here to read detailed event requirements
I have read and agree to the attached requirements*
- Yes, I have read and agree to the attached requirements.
Type Name*
Type Date*
If Small Business (must have five or fewer employees and/or have been in business 12 months or less):
Number of booths requested (space is 10'x10')*
- 1
- 2
Tell Us About Yourself/Special Requests*
Requests will be reviewed but are not guaranteed.
Click here to read detailed event requirements
I have read and agree to the attached requirements*
- Yes, I have read and agree to the attached requirements.
Type Name*
Type Date*
If Takoma Business
Must be brick and mortar establishment based in Takoma business corridor from 4th and Butternut Streets, NW, to the Takoma Junction in Takoma Park, MD.
Number of booths requested*
- 1 (space is 10'x10')
Do you wish to be located in front of your business?*
Special Requests
Example: easement only
Click here to read detailed event requirements
I have read and agree to the attached requirements*
- Yes, I have read and agree to the attached requirements.
Type Name*
Type Date*
If Sponsor:
Sponsorship Levels:

Carroll Avenue Title Sponsors — $3,500
- Exclusive sponsorship of 1 of 3 performance stages. (Client will provide stage banner. Contact OTBA for stage availability & info.)
- Sponsor recognition announcements from the stage between performances
- 10’ x 10’ booth space
- Logo & sponsorship recognition on the website, advertising and social media
Takoma Patrons — $1,800
- 10’ x 10’ booth space
- Sponsor recognition announcements from the stage between performances
- Logo & sponsorship recognition on the website, advertising and social media
Gilbert’s Town Supporters — $1,000
- 10’ x 10’ booth space
- Logo & sponsorship recognition on the website, advertising and social media
Sponsorship Levels: (Check one)
- Carroll Avenue Title Sponsors — $3,500
- Takoma Patrons — $1,800
- Gilbert’s Town Supporters — $1,000
Click here to read detailed event requirements
Type Name*
Type Date*
If Grant Avenue Market:
Please attach two high res samples of your products and/or booth set up labeled with your last name.
Drop files here or

Max. file size: 650 MB.
What is your price range?*
Click here to read detailed event requirements
I have read and agree to the attached requirements*
Should you be accepted into the market, please note booth fees are nonrefundable. Event occurs rain or shine.
- Yes, I have read and agree to the attached requirements.
Type Name*
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Date*
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