Vendor Information 2021 - Salem Haunted Happenings Marketplace

EXCLUSIVELY on the Salem Common, vendors that are with us from Saturday to Sunday MAY leave their tables and tents but ABSOLUTELY no product. Tents will be secured and dropped down to their lowest level (or fully enclosed with secured tent sides), weights will be checked. We have hired overnight security, but they are NOT responsible for damage due to weather, lack of proper tent weights, or negligence on the part of the vendor.

There is ONE WAY IN AND ONE WAY OUT! If we see anyone trying to sneak out of any other area than the one we have assigned you may be asked to not return and you will not receive a refund.

Location 2: Derby Square

(All times subject to change) You will be assigned your specific spot upon arrival, there are no guarantees about placement throughout the month.

Saturdays – 10 AM – 8 PM (Load in begins at 7:00 AM, cars off-site by 9:45)

Oct. 2,9,16,23,30

Sundays – 10 AM – 6 PM (Load in begins at 7:00 AM, cars off-site by 9:45)

Oct. 3,10,17,24

Friday, Oct. 29th will follow the same rules as Saturdays.

There is not enough room to bring cars to every spot and you may be asked to roll some of your items out, please be prepared to do this. We will be instructing everyone on exactly where you can enter and exit from and exactly where we will allow cars.

Liability

Creative Collective is not responsible for any damage or theft of personal belongings or merchandise, or loss of any product. Please be careful and responsible for your selling area and we recommend that vendors carry their own insurance. Any accidents caused by a vendor’s set-up of or goods will be the responsibility of that vendor. Creative Collective is not responsible for any personal injury during the market events.

Vendor exercises any rights under this agreement at the Vendor’s own risk and voluntarily assumes all risks attend of such use, including without limitation, the risk of property damage and personal injury or death to the Vendor, to any of the Vendors officials, agents, representatives, employees, or volunteers.

Media Release/Consent

All Vendors agree to allow Creative Collective permission to display all business information and photos on its Vendor page on social media and websites. Further, all Vendors grant permission for Creative Collective to publish any photos or videos taken during the Market. All photographs and videos will be the sole property of Creative Collective.

Weather Policy

This event is rain or shine. By participating you assume all risks associated with weather conditions.

Code of Conduct Policy

Vendors will act with respect to others. Physical abuse to others will not be tolerated. All people shall be treated with respect. Vendors will report any inappropriate activity to on-site managers. Violations of this code of conduct will result in immediate removal from the event without refund. Creative Collective and Salem Main Streets reserve the right to restrict or terminate any vendor whose activity is disruptive or detrimental to the quality of the event. Creative Collective and Salem Main Streets also reserve the right to remove any vendor who misrepresents their products without a refund.

Internet and WiFi

WiFi/internet access is not available. PayPal & Square readers will need to work using your phone’s data.

Electricity

There will be no electricity available for individual vendors at any location. THIS MEANS THAT YOU NEED TO BRING LIGHTS IF YOU WANT PEOPLE TO SEE YOUR STUFF AT NIGHT! There are some supplemental safety lights on the Salem Common, but we highly suggest you don’t rely on these. We highly suggest purchasing some lights to enhance your booth aesthetics. The investment in a small power pack and some lights can really make a huge difference. There are also some great battery powered lights out there.

IMPORTANT NOTES!

(Any non-adherence to the below restrictions can lead to vendors being asked to leave and no refunds will be issued. Creative Collective and its management have the final say in all the matters included here and in the aforementioned details included in the application.)

-Tents are required to be sturdy, straight-legged, and professional with tent tops being clean and well maintained. Great example here.

-We HIGHLY suggest having a sturdy cart that can help you move your equipment, the Common is NOT like the pedestrian mall or other locations in Salem and you may not be able to pull right up to your space. Let us know if you need suggestions on what to purchase. We have had success with this one.

-Your Business Name/Logo MUST be visible on your tent, banner, and/or signage. Not only does it help management but it also is an essential business practice!

–Please make sure and have tablecloths that are floor-length for all tables, this makes the next requirement a lot easier!

-Please make sure that additional stock, boxes, trash etc.. will be hidden under your tables.

Displays must be kept tidy, neat, and organized.

-All trash must be kept out of view of the public and must be removed by you at the end of the day.

-There are limited public trash receptacles due to safety regulations and bags and boxes left by vendors may lead to termination of agreement and loss of future vending opportunities. Trash in and trash out, the city has been pretty specific that they do not want vendors using the trash receptacles for boxes, broken equipment, packing materials, etc.

-Smoking of any kind is not permitted in or around your booth. Please be respectful of your customers and neighbors.

-Professional tent weights, 40 pounds per leg minimum, are required for all tents for a myriad of reasons including the safety of the visitors/consumers as well as providing a layer of safety for you and your products. A quick trip to amazon.com and a search for 40-pound or greater tent weights can give you many affordable options. There are also options to make your own… however milk jugs, concrete blocks, stones are not going to be approved, you can make your own and see more info at this link: https://www.saaca.org/uploads/8/4/1/5/84155836/tent_weights.pdf

Can I keep my car at my booth?

No. Firm, don’t ask. Parking info here

How far will my vehicle be parked?

There is no specific designated vendor parking but we can direct you to the best spot available in the area. Parking Info here

Where are the closest restrooms?

https://www.hauntedhappenings.org/plan-share/restroom-locator/

Does the tent have to be white or black? Can we have other colors?

Yes, we prefer white and/or black. If you have already spoken to us and made special arrangements, that is fine as well.

Is there electricity?

See above

Can I share my tent with a friend to cut costs?

No.

I didn’t get my invoice yet!

Check your spam filter, it’s coming directly from Quickbooks. If you don’t see it please email vendors@creativecollectivema.com

If I want to leave early, can I?

After some challenges the first week we would like to have everyone stay the duration of the event. If you have a legitimate reason or emergency that puts you in a position that you have to leave, please speak to your venue captain or call us at the number above.

I have to pull out of some/all dates, can I get a refund?

Apologies, no. The deadline has passed.