Vendor FAQ

Vendor applications are available exclusively on the Black on the Block Vendor Portal. Create an account to apply to be a vendor and stay updated on all upcoming events. Please read this FAQ before you apply for more detailed vendor information. Applications are not first come, first serve. This is a curated market, so all vendors must go through an approval process. For more insight on our selection process, please read the "How are vendors selected" tab next. After you apply, you will receive an email within 2 weeks if you have been accepted with further instructions. Black on the Block does not send decline emails or application status updates to applicants. Requests from applicants regarding the status of their application may not be answered. If we contact you and do not hear from you within 72 hours, your spot may be given to another vendor on the waitlist.

Approved vendors participating in Black on the Block must comply with all permit requirements specific to the county where the event is held. If your business meets the necessary sellers permit requirements (also known as a Sales Tax permit), you must submit proof of your permit on the Black on the Block Vendor Portal. It is your responsibility to research and ensure you are fully compliant with local regulations. Please note that Black on the Block is not responsible for any failed vendor inspections during the event due to the vendor lacking the proper permits.

All accepted food, beverage, and pre-packaged vendors participating in Black on the Block must comply with all Health Department permit requirements specific to the county where the event is held. It is your responsibility to research and ensure you are fully compliant with local regulations. If your business meets the temporary food establishment permit requirements, you must either submit your food permit application or proof of permit to Black on the Block. Deadlines will be communicated to accepted vendors. Failure to submit by the deadline will result in additional fees administered by the Health Department. Please note that Black on the Block is not responsible for any failed vendor inspections during the event due to the vendor lacking the proper permits.

Due to limited space and hundreds of applicants, our acceptance process is selective. We want to ensure there are not too many vendors within the same category in order to maintain variety and for our vendors to maximize their sales. Each market is a combination of returning vendors and brand new vendors. In terms of selection criteria, the amount of followers you have does not matter. We are only looking for a level of professionalism, thoughtful branding, and quality products that stand out when making our selections. We seek vendors that have their own brand/products vs. reselling items. You must be able to provide a website or Instagram account where we can view a variety of what you will be selling or services you will be offering. Our team thoughtfully reviews each application to make sure they're a good fit for the market atmosphere.

2025 dates coming soon!

At this time, we do not allow vendors to apply for future dates. You may only apply for the events available on the vendor portal.

Yes, as a vendor you are responsible for your entire setup. This includes tents, tables, chairs, generators, extension cords, and anything else you may need for your setup.

We get back to all selected vendors within 2 weeks of application. Black on the Block does not send decline emails or application status updates to applicants. Requests from applicants regarding the status of their application may not be answered. Please be sure to check your email and spam for your acceptance email. If we don't hear from you within 72 hours, another vendor on the waitlist will take your place.