Become a Vendor

An Introduction to the Mission Folk Music Festival Vendor Program

Thank you for considering joining us at the Mission Folk Music Festival! Here’s all the important information you need to know:

Event Details:
Location: Fraser River Heritage Park, Mission, BC
Dates: July 26th, 27th, and 28th, 2024
Celebrating: Our 37th year of music, song, stories, dance, and sharing of cultural traditions together in one of BC’s most beautiful parks.!

Vendor Opportunities:
We welcome both Artisan Market vendors and Food Truck vendors to join us.
Our festival is renowned for its high-quality, handcrafted artisanal products and mouth-watering food selections.

Public Hours:
Friday, July 26: Gates open at 4:30 pm; Music from 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Saturday, July 27: Gates open at 10:30 am; Music from 11:00 am – 11:00 pm
Sunday, July 28: Gates open at 10:30 am; Music from 11:00 am – 10:30 pm
*(Times subject to change)*

Artisan Market Vendor Arrival & Setup:
Vendor spaces are 10′ x 10′. MFMF does not provide tents, tarps, tables, or chairs. MFMF does not provide access to electricity.
Vendor placement is determined by MFMF and communicated via email prior to your arrival on Friday, July 26.
Booth setup begins at 10:30 am on Friday, July 26. Volunteers will assist in directing vendors to their designated spots.
Vehicles must be moved off the festival site to the parking lot by 3:00 pm on Friday, July 26. Reserved parking in our parking lot for one vehicle is included
Vendors are required to clear the Festival site by noon on Monday, July 29.
All vendors must be ready to serve when gates open and remain open until 9:00 pm each evening.

Food Truck Vendor Arrival & Setup:
MFMF requires that the vendor obtain all lawful and necessary insurance, licenses, and permits.
MFMF provides access to electricity, and shared access to running water, garbage, and disposal facilities 
MFMF does not provide tents, tarps, tables, or chairs. 
 Plastic water bottles are not permitted for sale at MFMF. Only compostable dishes are permitted. 
Booth setup begins at 9:30 am on Friday, July 26. Volunteers will assist in directing vendors to their designated spots.
Vendors spaces are designated by MFMF.   
Non food service vehicles must be moved off the festival site to the parking lot by 3:00 pm on Friday, July 26. Reserved parking in our parking lot for one vehicle is included
Vendors are required to clear the Festival site by noon on Monday, July 29.
All vendors must be ready to serve when gates open and remain open until 9:00 pm each evening.

Admission & Passes:
Each vendor receives two passes. Additional passes must be purchased for extra staff or guests.
Any special arrangements must be made before your arrival on July 26th. No exceptions.

Camping:
Free camping is available for two vendors per booth or food truck in the general camping area, starting at 3:00 pm on Friday.
Please note: camping behind booths or elsewhere on the festival public access site is not permitted.
The campsite offers cold water showers and drinking water. Fires are strictly prohibited.

Restrictions:
Prohibited items include generators, stereos, smoking, drugs, and unpermitted alcohol consumption.
The festival reserves the right to inspect all vehicles, bags, and coolers brought on-site.
Flood lights and lamps are prohibited. Shielded lights are allowed if they do not interfere with performances.

Community Note:
The Mission Folk Music Festival Society prioritizes a welcoming and inclusive environment. We have a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of abuse or threatening behavior towards our staff, volunteers, or participants.

If you have questions about our Vendor applications, please contact our vendor coordinator at vendors@missionfolk.ca .