2023 Vendor Application

FAQs
Before you apply, we encourage you to read the Frequently Asked Questions on our vendor page.

Please Note: The $25 application fee must be paid at time of application or the application will not be processed.

Were you a vendor at any of our markets in 2022? *

Yes
No

Which Market(s) would you like to sign up for? (Select all that you would like to apply for.) *

Tower Grove - Saturday (8am-12:30pm)
Tower Grove - Tuesday (4pm-7pm)
The Boulevard - Sunday (9am-1pm)
Rockwell Beer Garden - Thursday (4pm-7pm)

Saturday Tower Grove Farmers Market
Saturdays, 8am-12:30pm, 4/1/23-11/4/23 <33 market dates> (load-in 6AM-7:15AM)
Join us for our 17th Market Season at Tower Grove Park.
Reach thousands of shoppers every Saturday at the Tower Grove Farmers Market.
2023 Full Season fee: $1,100; Full Season fee + vehicle: $1,500;
Weekly vending fee: $55
Early Bird Full Season fee (Ends January 1, 2023): $1,000; Early Bird Full Season fee + vehicle: $1,400

Tower Grove Saturday: Full Season or Select Dates? *

Full Season
Select Dates

Are you paying for the Tower Grove Saturday season in-full? *

Yes
No

Vehicles (TGFM Saturdays ONLY, no vehicles can be kept by vendors at our other markets).
If you need to keep your vehicle with you, you must be pre-approved by the Market Manager. Please understand that there is limited space to accommodate vehicles.. Vendors should park in the Tower Grove Church Lot located at 4257 Magnolia.

Do you want your vehicle next to your booth or are you bringing a food truck? *

I would like to keep my vehicle next to my booth. ($1,500 for full-season)
I have a food truck. ($1,500 for full-season)
I do not need my vehicle next to my booth. ($1,100 for full-season)

Requested dates for Tower Grove Saturday (Season runs from April 8 - November 11) *

Tuesday Tower Grove Farmers Market
Tuesdays, 4pm-7pm, 5/2/23-9/26/23 <21 market dates> (load-in 2pm-3:15pm)
Our Tuesday Market has become a Tower Grove neighborhood tradition! It’s well-attended with a fun and festive atmosphere. This market attracts industry folks who are unable to come to weekend markets, as well as families and groups of friends looking for outdoor dining and shopping.
2023 Full Season fee: $700;
Weekly vending fee: $35
Food Truck weekly vending fee: $45
Early Bird Full Season fee (Ends January 1, 2023): $600

Tower Grove Tuesday: Full Season or Select Dates? *

Full Season
Select Dates

Are you paying for the Tower Grove Tuesday season in-full? *

Yes
No

Requested dates for Tower Grove Tuesday (Season runs from May 2 - September 26) *

Boulevard Farmers Market
Sundays, 9am-1pm, 5/7/23-10/29/23 <26 market dates> (load-in 7AM-8:15AM)
Phase 2 of The Boulevard Expansion will be starting this spring. Our 2023 Sunday Market will be limited to about 50 vendors in total, all on the “strip” or “Main Street”, and Full Season Farmers & Vendors will be given priority consideration.
2023 Full Season fee: $900
Weekly vending fee: $40
Early Bird Full Season fee (Ends January 1, 2023): $800

The Boulevard Sunday: Full Season or Select Dates? *

Full Season
Select Dates

Are you paying for The Boulevard Sunday season in-full? (copy) *

Yes
No

Requested dates for The Boulevard Sunday (Season runs from May 7 - October 29) (copy) *

Rockwell Beer Garden Farmers Market at Francis Park
Thursdays, 4PM - dusk, 5/4/23-10/26/23 <26 market dates> (load-in 2PM-3:15PM)
This year, STL-FM will join Rockwell Beer Garden again to share an eclectic selection of vendors weekly in a beautiful park situated in a vibrant neighborhood.
2023 Full Season fee: $800
Weekly vending fee: $35
Early Bird Full Season fee (Ends January 1, 2023): $700

Rockwell Beer Garden Thursday: Full Season or Select Dates? (copy) *

Full Season
Select Dates

Are you paying for the Rockwell Beer Garden Thursday season in-full? *

Yes
No

Requested dates for the Rockwell Beer Garden Thursday (Season runs from May 7 - October 29) *

Business Name *

Name *

First

Last

Email *

Cell Phone - for text messages

I agree to receive text messages from STL-FM. *

Yes
No

Standard message rates may apply. Text messages may be sent out regarding weather events, date changes, and general communication. Approximately 2 messages per month.

Emergency Contact Name *

Emergency Contact Phone Number *

Website, Facebook Page, or Instagram Name (Enter your preferred online presence.)

Do you grow and/or make the products locally? If no, please use our contact form to inquire before submitting this application. *

Yes
No

List the products you are interested in selling. Please be as specific as possible. *

List any changes to your product lineup in 2022

Comments, Special Requests, Etc...

ELECTRICITY: If you are signing up to be a full-season vendor and you need electricity, the fees for electricity are: TG Saturdays - $50; TG Tuesdays - $35; Boulevard Sundays - $35. If you are vending occasionally, the fee is $5 per date for all markets. (Each venue has limited spots for electricity, priority will be given to established Full Season vendors. We encourage vendors to purchase or rent quiet generators. We will accommodate as many requests for electricity spots as we are able to.) *

I need electricity for my booth.
I do not need electricity for my booth.
I have read and understand the electricity usage fees.

STL-FM Rules and Regulations

Please read carefully, some policies have changed for 2023.
By checking each box below you acknowledge that you have read, understand, and agree to the rules and regulations of STL-FM.

A full-season vendor is defined as a vendor who has committed to the entire regular season for at least one market. *

I agree.

TGFM Saturday: 33 weekly markets
BLVD Sunday: 26 weekly markets
TGFM Tuesday: 21 weekly markets - (no market 7/4)
Rockwell Beer Garden @ Francis Park Thursday: 26 weekly markets

Only full-season vendors will be assigned regular permanent spaces at the beginning of the season. *

I agree.

If a full-season vendor has 3 unexcused absences, the vendor forfeits their space for the remainder of the season. *An unexcused absence is any absence that is not the result of illness or family emergency and that does not come 24 hours in advance of the start of the market.* *

I agree.

Cancellation Policy

If canceling before the start of the season, full-season vendors paid-in-full will receive a 90% refund. After the start of the season, no refunds will be given. *

I agree.

If canceling before the start of the season, full-season vendors paying weekly will receive a refund of 50% of their deposit. After the start of the season, no refunds will be given. *

I agree.

If canceling before the start of the season, non-full-season vendors will receive a refund of 50% of their deposit. After the start of the season, no refunds will be given. *

I agree.

Deposit, Fees, Payment, and Attendance Policy

Please note that applications may take up to 2-3 weeks to process. If you are accepted, you will be notified via email. If you are not accepted, you will be notified by email as well.

If you are a returning vendor signing up for the full-season and paying in advance, in full, upon submitting the application you will be taken to a page to complete your payment. If you are a new vendor intending to pay for the full-season in advance, you will be sent an invoice for payment upon approval of your application. *

I agree.

If you are a returning vendor signing up for the full-season and plan to pay weekly, upon submitting the application you will be taken to a page to pay a $25 processing fee. This fee is non-refundable, regardless of acceptance to be a vendor. *

I agree.

If you are a returning vendor signing up for select dates only, upon submitting the application you will be taken to a page to pay a $25 processing fee. This fee is non-refundable, regardless of acceptance to be a vendor. *

I agree.

If you are a new STL-FM vendor, upon submitting the application you will be taken to a page to pay a $25 processing fee. This fee is non-refundable, regardless of acceptance to be a vendor. *

I agree.

If your application is approved by STL-FM, you will be sent an email of acceptance, followed by an invoice to pay a deposit equal to three market date fees (example: TGFM Saturday deposit is $55 x 3 = $165). The deposit will be applied to your final three market dates. This deposit is non-refundable. *

I agree.

Additionally, deposits will be applied to dates missed during the season that are not due to illness or family emergency, or the last three market dates of the regular season (unexcused absences). *

I agree.

An unexcused absence is any absence that is not the result of illness or family emergency. Please notify the Market Manager via text or email at least 24 hours in advance of the start of the market or you will be charged for your spot. *

I agree.

No refunds will be issued for unexcused absences. *

I agree.

If a full-season vendor has 3 unexcused absences, the vendor forfeits their permanent space *

I agree.

Full-season vendors are renting their booth space for the regular 33 week season. If a vendor has an unexcused absence, they are required to pay their booth fee for the date(s) they miss. *

I agree.

When an occasional vendor signs up for a date, they are expected to be there. If a vendor has an unexcused absence, they are required to pay their booth fee for the date(s) they miss. *

I agree.

Dates that are prepaid and not attended by the vendor will not be refunded unless the absence is excused. *

I agree.

The Markets are “all weather” and absences due to weather are not excused absences within 24 hours of the market. *

I agree.

Invoices for weekly or occasional vendors will be sent a few days prior to the market. Payment is expected upon receipt. Reminder emails will be sent out the day before the market. Any invoice unpaid by the end of the market day will be subject to a $5 late fee. *

I agree.

Late Arrival Policy

Vendors are required to have their merchandise unloaded in their designated market spot no later than one hour before market start time. No vehicles will be allowed into the area 45 minutes prior to the opening of the market. Our markets become “pedestrian only” at this point, to ensure the safety of all attendees, and you will need to walk your equipment and product in. If you arrive less than 30 minutes prior to the start of the market, you will not be allowed to vend. *

I agree.

Weather Communication

The Markets are all-weather. If there is severe weather, STL-FM will send out a SMS text notification to the contact listed on the application with updates. If no notification is received, the market is on! NOTE: STL-FM has canceled less than 5 markets in 16 years.

I understand that STL-FM’s markets will take place regardless of the weather. *

I agree.

Market Culture

STL-FM has worked diligently to create an inclusive space that is open and inviting to all. This includes creating a positive community of vendors. In providing a welcoming environment, the expectation is that vendors contribute positively to the community. Please treat others with respect, if you have any issues with another vendor, please bring it to the attention of the Market Manager.

While at the Markets, please no smoking or drug use. *

I agree.

While at the Markets, respectfully please do not “open carry” any weapon. *

I agree.

Should an issue arise with a shopper or vendor, please bring it to the Market Managers’ attention. *

I agree.

The Market Managers have final say. *

I agree.

Trash Removal Policy

Vendors are required to haul away their trash at the end of the market. Vendor spaces should be clean when the vendor departs for the day. Pack in / Pack out. Specifically at Tower Grove Park, trash cans are for shoppers only. *

I agree.

Communication

Vendors will receive an email a few days prior to each market they are signed up for. The weekly email will contain set up information and any other necessary information that vendors need to know for Market day.
The safety of vendors, shoppers and staff is of the utmost importance.

It is the vendors’ responsibility to know what dates they are expected to attend. *

I agree.

Please be sure that this email is shared with whoever will be coming to work for you at the markets, paying close attention to load in and load out instructions. *

I agree.

I WILL READ THE SET UP EMAIL *

I agree.