Bucklers 3rd Annual Christmas in August Craft Fair and Food Dri

Location 3000 Ringling Blvd.
Sarasota, FL 34257
Dates August 07, 2010 - August 08, 2010 - CONFIRMED!
Primary CategoryArt & Craft Events
Event CategoriesArt & Craft Events, Craft Show, Art and Craft Show, Community Events, Fundraiser
Description: Grab a friend and come browse through unique one-of-a-kind items & gifts, custom home décor, sample delicious fudge & gourmet delights, try on custom made gold & silver jewelry, find that perfect piece of handcrafted furniture. You’ll also find country & traditional crafts, folk art, dolls, hair accessories, candles, baskets, baby items, artwork, pet items, quilts, wearable art, flags, painted glass, yard art, CD’s, framed prints, note cards, scrapbooking, herb pax, primitive, personalized items, and much more.
Do not miss this popular event. You are sure to find some unique treasures!!

Nationwide Exhibitors will be displaying and selling handmade items.

Grab a friend and come browse through unique one-of-a-kind items and gifts, custom home décor, sample delicious fudge and gourmet delights, try on custom made gold and silver jewelry, find that perfect piece of handcrafted furniture. You’ll also find country and traditional crafts, folk art, dolls, hair accessories, candles, baskets, baby items, artwork, pet items, quilts, wearable art, flags, painted glass, yard art, CD’s, framed prints, note cards, scrapbooking, herb pax, primitive, personalized items, and much more. Hourly giveaways of $20 shopping sprees!! Do not miss this popular event. You are sure to find some unique treasures!!

Adults $ 6, Kids 4-12 $1. One paid admission good all weekend with a hand stamp. BUY ONE ADMISSION – GET ONE FREE. Print this out or bring a canned good for this offer. Benefits the local food bank.

Buckler Promotions, Inc. 386-860-0092. www.BucklerCraftFair.com.
Contact nameCindy or June
Phone386-860-0092
Email Event PromoterClick Here
Show hoursSat 10am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm
Application Deadline2010-08-06
Days Left To Apply49
Setup timeFriday 2-8 or Saturday morning 7-9:30
Location TypeRobarts Arena
Still Accepting
Applications
YES
Public Admission PriceAdults $6.00 children 4-12 $1.00. One paid admission good all w
Attendance3,000
Attendance MethodEGate
Year #3
ParkingDesignated areas
Parking FeeFree Parking (compliments of Buckler Promotions)
Vendor ParkingDesignated areas
Restroomsindoor facilities
Entertainmentn/a
ActivitiesFree Parking! Hourly giveaways of $20 shopping sprees!! One paid admission good all weekend!
Jury Fee$0
Jury Requirements3 pictures mailed or emailed with application
Past Deadline Fee$0
Art/Craft Space
price
$225 10 x10
Art/Craft Spaces
this year
80
Response deadline2010-08-06
Event/Application Rules and Regulations
RULES AND REGULATIONS:
APPLICATION PROCESS: Buckler Promotions, Inc. reserves the right to accept products or companies that we feel will add variety and interest as well as compliment our other vendors in order to maintain a quality craft fair. You must submit three (3) photos or slides of your items and one (1) of your display. Limited number per category. All photos/slides will be kept on file. Mail your completed application, photos/slides, contract and payment. If you change your product line, you must re-apply. If your work is not accepted, your check will be returned.
PAYMENT AND CANCELLATION POLICY: Show fees are located in the schedule under the desired show. *First time exhibitors must pay their first show in full, additional shows $20.00 deposit each; if signing up less than one month before the show, a money order, certified check or credit card is required. We accept Visa, MasterCard and Discover. Prior exhibitors may place a $20.00 deposit per show, balance due 30 days prior to show. No refunds will be given. If you cancel at least 30 days prior to a show, a credit will be applied, less a $10 transfer fee. If you cancel less than 30 days prior to a show: a) you are responsible for the balance. b) no credit will be given on any monies paid. A $10.00 late fee will be charged if a balance is paid less than 30 days prior to a show. When signing up the week of the show a $5.00 late fee will be charged. Space rentals subject to change without notification.
BOOTH DISPLAY: All tables must be draped to the floor on all 4 sides. Boxes, coolers, totes or carts shouldn’t be visible. No homemade signs allowed. Sale or large signs are prohibited. Nothing shall be nailed, stapled or otherwise affixed to the walls, floors or any part of the exhibition rooms. Exhibitor’s booth must not interfere with adjacent exhibitors in any way. All of the exhibitor’s booth and display, including chairs, must be placed within the confines of the space. Buckler Promotions, Inc. reserves the right to remove any booth, or portion thereof, that does not meet with the professional standards of the show. We require exhibitors to remove any objectionable material: witches, wizards, occult items, etc. If you order electric, you must bring at least a 50 ft. extension cord.
SET-UP AND BREAK DOWN: Set-up rules: 2-day shows - No exhibitors are allowed in the building before 2:00 pm Fri. 3-day shows – No exhibitors allowed in the building before 10:00 am Fri. Upon arriving, check in at the Information Booth. You must be completely set up by 9:30 a.m. Saturday morning or forfeit your space. If you cannot make it to a show, please call our office and leave a message, as we do check it Saturday a.m. You must remain completely set up during show hours. No packing up early (no boxes/equipment brought in or out, no preparations made before 4:00 pm Sunday). Anyone arriving late, leaving before the show closes or breaking down during show hours will be excluded from our future shows. No vehicles to be brought up to building before 4:00 p.m. Sunday
SOLD OUT SHOWS: If a show is sold out, you may place your name on a waiting list (no deposit required). Prior exhibitors please call (386) 860-0092 or write. New exhibitors must send photos, application and contract to be pre-approved for the waiting list.
EXHIBITOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Exhibitors should keep a professional appearance and are responsible for clean up and daily maintenance of their area. All booths must be attended at all times. Exhibitors must be in their booth 10 minutes prior to the time of the show opening. If the exhibitor is not present when the show opens and the booth is closed or covered, Buckler Promotions, Inc. reserves the right to open the booth so as not to distract from the overall appearance of the show. No smoking allowed inside facility. Pets are not allowed at any shows. Alcoholic beverages are not permitted. Liability Insurance, if desired by the exhibitor, must be obtained by them at their own expense. Please come prepared with sweaters, etc. as large exhibit halls are hard to heat/cool to everyone’s satisfaction. Each crafter must collect Florida sales tax.
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Maps and Directions (from Google Maps)
3000 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34237.
From I-75 North & South, Exit 210 Fruitville Rd (780 west),
go west approx. 4 miles, facility on left.


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