2026 Applications

What to Expect at Great American Craft Fairs

Communication:
-All communication must be done via gacfoffice@gmail.com – we do not communicate by phone.

Refunds:
-No booth fee refunds, except if your application is rejected.

Setup:
-Instructions emailed within 14 days of acceptance.
-Booth spaces assigned at check-in.
-Canopies must be secured with stakes or weights. No stakes on concrete.
-Missing weights or stakes? Rental required for $75 (no exceptions).
-Food vendors must be ready for inspections starting at 9:30 AM.

Festival Policies:
-Early breakdown is prohibited.
-Respect staff and volunteers — disrespect may lead to removal.
-Trash and cardboard must go in dumpsters. Do not leave waste behind.
-No pets during setup, event, or breakdown.
-No power or water provided — plan accordingly.

Parking:
-Vendor parking in designated lots; map provided 7 days before event.
One vehicle per vendor in the lot; additional vehicles must park offsite.

Sales Tax:
-California: Submit a Sellers ID at least 30 days before the event. No ID = no setup, no refund.
-Nevada: Complete one-time sales tax form at check-in; submit forms and payment by event close. Vendors with NV tax ID submit as normal.

Truckee Arts & Crafts Fair

July 4th: 10 AM – 5 PM July 5th: 10 AM – 4 PM Show information will be sent upon approval. Handmade applicants only. Please see details below.

Graeagle Arts & Crafts Fair

July 18th: 10 AM – 5 PM July 19th: 10 AM – 4 PM Show information will be sent upon approval. Handmade applicants only. Please see details below.

Art Walk on the Comstock

August 15th: 10 AM – 5 PM August 16th: 10 AM – 4 PM Show information will be sent upon approval. Handmade applicants only. Please see details below.

Name *

First

Last

Business Name if you have one

Email *

Phone *

Address *

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

California Sellers #

THIS IS REQUIRED FOR ALL CALIFORNIA EVENTS. Please apply for one online and submit to us by email at least 30 days prior to event

Please list items you will be selling *

Only handmade applicants will be accepted. No commercial products allowed. This includes t-shirts, tumblers, 3D prints, or any items not personally made by the artist. All items must be handmade arts and crafts by the artist. Even if you have vended in the past, applications that do not meet these requirements will not be accepted.

Items must be handmade *

I certify that the items being sold in my booth are handmade by me

Please note that your application will be rejected and a $25 application fee will be charged if the products you submit are not handmade by you. This policy includes items such as t-shirts, tumblers, 3D prints, and similar products. All items sold must be personally made by the seller. Applications that do not meet this requirement will not be accepted.

A link where your products can be seen

if you don't have one, please upload a photo below

Photos of work if no link available

Drag & Drop Files, Choose Files to Upload You can upload up to 3 files.

Questions, Comments or requests

we will do our best to fill all requests, however, we can not guarantee your request will be filled

Equipment Rentals

Please email me equipment rental pricing
I am providing my own equipment

Equipment for rent includes canopies, tables, chairs, and, in some cases, power.

Stripe Credit Card *

By selecting the boxes above and submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree to all terms outlined, including the following: *

Non-Refundable Application Fees: You understand that application fees are non-refundable for any reason, and any rollovers are solely at the discretion of the show promoter.
Liability Waiver: You agree to release, indemnify, and hold harmless Great American Craft Fairs, its employees, contractors, volunteers, and associates from any and all claims, damages, injuries, losses, or liabilities that may arise from your participation in this event, including but not limited to personal injury, property damage, or financial loss.
Compliance with Rules and Right of Removal: You agree to abide by all event rules, regulations, and policies set forth by Great American Craft Fairs. You acknowledge that Great American Craft Fairs reserves the right to ask you to leave the event at any time for any reason deemed necessary by the show promoter, including but not limited to non-compliance with event policies, inappropriate behavior, or actions that could endanger other participants or the public. In such cases, no refunds will be issued.
Representation and Responsibility for Damages: You agree that if the exhibitor’s work is not accurately represented in submitted photographs, Great American Craft Fairs reserves the right to request the exhibitor’s immediate departure from the event, without refund. The undersigned assumes full responsibility for any damages to the area used during the event and agrees to leave the event area in the condition it was provided.
Insurance and Assumption of Risk: You acknowledge that it is your responsibility to carry appropriate insurance coverage for any liability or risks associated with your participation. You assume all risks of participation, including but not limited to injury, loss, or damage, and waive any claims against Great American Craft Fairs and its affiliates for any incidents arising from inherent event risks.
Force Majeure and Schedule Adjustments: You understand that Great American Craft Fairs reserves the right to change event dates, modify schedules, or cancel events entirely due to unforeseen circumstances, including but not limited to weather conditions, acts of God, road closures, government regulations, or other extraordinary events. In such cases, Great American Craft Fairs shall not be held liable for any associated losses or inconveniences.

By submitting this application, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to all terms and conditions listed above.