Vendor FAQ
General Information
Q: What are the dates of the Nineteenth Annual St. Louis African Arts Festival?
A: May 29-31, 2010.
Q: What is the location?
A: The World’s Fair Pavilion in Forest Park, St. Louis, Missouri.
Booth Information
Q: What are the advantages of Early Bird Registration?
- A: You receive the discounted rate of $425.
- A: Your products will be promoted during the festival through periodic Main Stage announcements.
Q: Is it possible to secure the Early Bird rate with a deposit?
A: Yes, but the fee must be paid in full by the April 16, 2010 deadline.
Q: How are booths assigned?
A: Booths are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.
Q: Is it possible to request a particular booth space?
A: Yes. We will make every effort to accommodate your request.
Q: What are the booth dimensions?
A: Each vendor will be provided booth space that will accommodate a 10X10 tent.
Q: Is it possible to secure a larger booth space?
A: Booth spaces larger than 10X10 are available. Larger space must be arranged in advance by contacting us at (314) 935-9676 or info@stlafricanartsfest.org.
Q: Will vendors be allowed to set up larger booths if they did not make arrangements in advance?
A: Only if space is available and the appropriate fees are paid on the day of set-up.
Q: How many ID badges will each vendor receive?
A: Each vendor will receive two ID badges. Larger booths will receive ID badges based on the booth size.
Q: Is it necessary to break booths down at the end of each day?
A: No. Security is provided from the day of set-up through the end of the festival.
Q: When may vendors begin setting up for the 2010 festival?
A: Set-up will begin Friday, May 28, 2010 at 10:00 a.m.
Parking Information
Q: Will vendors have designated parking at the Pavilion?
A: There will be designated parking for vendors. However, spaces will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Miscellaneous
Q: Will there be designated toilet facilities for vendors?
A: Yes. Vendors will have access to toilet facilities by showing their vendor ID badges.