Shop the Street Vendor Information
Become a Vendor
Our Shop the Street events are vibrant, high traffic experiences that bring 4,000 to 10,000 visitors to Downtown Brockville. With King Street closed and filled with local businesses, vendors, food trucks, entertainment, and activities, these events offer a great opportunity for exposure, sales, and connection within the community. We welcome both retail vendors and food and drink vendors who enhance the downtown experience.
Vendor Types
Artisans, makers, and small businesses offering products that complement the event atmosphere.
Space & Fees
10 ft x 10 ft space: $50
Additional space: $25 per extra 5 ft
Retail Vendors
Food trucks, carts, and beverage vendors offering a variety of food and drink options.
Fees
Tent or Cart: $100
Food Truck: $250
Food & Drink Vendors
Submit your application using the appropriate form. Once reviewed, you will receive an approval or denial by email within 10 business days and asked to confirm your attendance. Further details will be sent once confirmed.
How It Works
To ensure a safe and successful event, all vendors are expected to follow these guidelines.
Vendor Guidelines
Event Schedule
Set Up
8:00am-9:00am
Vehicles must be removed from King St. by 9:00am
Event Hours
10:00am-3:00pm
Vendors must remain set up and operational
Tear Down
3:00pm-4:00pm
Important Notes
Events take place rain or shine
No overnight setup or parking permitted
Vendor locations are provided the week prior to the event after payment
Bathroom locations will be included on the vendor map
What to Bring
Vendors must bring their own tables, tents, & chairs
Tents are required and must be properly weighted
No water or electricity is provided
Food vendors should plan for independent power (inverter generators preferred)
Setup & Safety
Vehicles may be used for setup but must be removed by 9:00AM
Barricades must be replaced immediately after moving to ensure safety
Policies & Requirements
Vendors must leave their space clean and free of garbage
Vendors must provide their own equipment and secure setups
$2 million liability insurance is required
Vendors must remain set up for the full duration of the event
Payment must be made 3 weeks prior and is non refundable
Vendors must act professionally and respectfully at all times
Additional Requirements for Food & Drink Vendors
Completion of the Health Unit Special Events Food Vendor Application is required at least 10 business days prior to the event
TSSA and ESA requirements must be met where applicable
Food vendors must comply with all health and safety regulations
Frequently Asked Questions
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You will receive an approval email within 10 business days of submitting your application.
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Yes, vendors must bring their own tents, tables, and chairs.
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No, access to water and electricity is not provided.
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Events take place rain or shine. In the case of severe weather, the event may be delayed or cancelled for safety reasons. Vendors will be notified if any changes occur.
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Vendor maps are sent out the week prior to the event after payment has been received.
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Vendor locations are assigned by the Downtown Brockville BIA to ensure a balanced and well organized event layout.
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Yes, you can request to be placed beside another vendor. Both vendors must notify the Downtown Brockville BIA of this request no later than 3 weeks prior to the event. While we do our best to accommodate requests, placement is not guaranteed.
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Requests to be located in front of a specific downtown business must be discussed directly with the business owner. The business owner can then notify the Downtown Brockville BIA of the request.
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Vendor fees are non refundable.
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Yes, all vendors must remain set up and operational for the full duration of the event.
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If you need to cancel your participation, please notify the Downtown Brockville BIA by email at info@downtownbrockville.com as soon as possible.
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If you have any questions or run into issues on the day of the event, please contact Ainsley by call or text at (343) 260-0194.
If you are unable to reach Ainsley, please call (613) 802-3988.
You can also visit the Downtown Brockville BIA tent, located in front of Shoppers Drug Mart at 126 King St. W.
Vendor payment can be sent via Eventbrite link sent to approved vendors.