Please take a moment to review our set-up and operating procedures before filling out the online application.

Who can Participate

The Mashpee Open Market is a juried show. All applicants will be reviewed for acceptance. It is our goal to have a wide variety of products offered at the Market with little or no duplication. We are currently accepting applications for the following types of vendors:

Artists and artisans - All artwork and crafts must be hand made using original designs.

Farmers and Prepared Food Vendors

The only vendors who will be considered,  are those selling artisan made items.

We do not accept vendors who sell mass produced or imported items.

Market Information

The Mashpee Open Market is open every Friday from June 13, 2008 – September 5, 2008. Our hours of operation are 10am-4pm. Parking and admission is free.

How to Participate

There are two ways you can be a vendor at the Mashpee Open Market, either as a reserved or unreserved vendor. Please note: as this is a juried show you are required to submit 3 photos of your work for review.

Reserved Spaces

Reserved spaces are the only way to have a guaranteed spot at the Mashpee Open Market. In order to reserve space you must sign up for a minimum of 5 days.

Please fill out the Online Application with the dates you would like to reserve. In addition to filling out the application you must send 3 images of your work to info@mashpeeopenmarket.com. If you are sending in the application via snail mail, please make sure to send in 3 photographs of your work.

Online applicants will receive notification of acceptance within one week. Postal applicants will receive their notification within two weeks.

After acceptance into the Market, payment is due no later than 10 days prior to each event. To view payment deadlines for each date, please go to the Calendar Page on the website. If all payments are made at once, you will receive one free Market date.

Please note: by choosing reserved dates, you are making a commitment to the Mashpee Open Market. You are automatically put into the system for those dates and will be billed electronically. If you are not prepared to make the five day commitment, please see our Unreserved Policy below.

Unreserved Spaces

Vendors who cannot commit to the 5 day minimum, may participate in the Market unreserved. In order to participate as an unreserved vendor you must have an approved application. To apply please send your business information and 3 digital images to info@mashpeeopenmarket.com

The fee is $100.00 the day of, cash or money orders only (personal checks will not be accepted). Unreserved vendors can check in with the Market manager starting at 8:00 am. After all of the reserved vendors are set-up, we will then show you to your space.

Vendor Fees

Reserved Spaces (per Friday)
10’X10’ - $75
10’X20' - $100

Unreserved Spaces (per Friday)
10’X10’ - $100 – paid day of event
10’X20' - $120 – paid day of event

How to Make a Payment

Mail A Payment
Please include in the memo of your check, Mashpee Open Market and the dates you are making a payment for. Make all checks payable to NE Open Markets, LLC and send to:

NE Open Markets, LLC
233 Atlantic Street, #4
Quincy, MA 02171

Make An Electronic Payment
After being accepted, click below to make a payment using Pay Pal. You can use Pay Pal or any major credit card. Just click on one of the buttons corresponding to the amount of dates you wish to pay for. Before completing the transaction be sure to type in which dates you are paying for. A detailed automated receipt will be sent to your email account following the completion of the transaction.
 

1 reserved Friday - $75.00
2 reserved Fridays - $150.00
3 reserved Fridays - $225.00
4 reserved Fridays - $300.00
5 reserved Fridays - $375.00
1 reserved 10x20 Friday - $100.00

Set-Up and Operations of Vendor Booths

Set up times are assigned in groups. An email with the specific time for each vendor is sent Thursday prior to every Market.
Please arrive on time. Vendors will not be permitted to setup or get in line earlier than your appointed time.

Our staff will assign spaces to vendors as they arrive at the Market. Booth set-up is not permitted before 7:30AM on Market day and vendors must be ready for operation by 10:00AM. Booths must be staffed during operating hours, 10:00AM - 4:00PM. Breakdown of your booth before 4:00PM is not permitted, unless permission is first obtained by the Market Manager. Operations of the Market should not be disrupted, nor the safety and convenience of shoppers or vendors be jeopardized.

Vendors shall provide their own booths/tables/tents and sun / rain covers.

Weights for tents are mandatory at each of our Markets. At least 40lbs per tent leg. For instructions on how to make your own and purchase, please click here.

Vendors should display a sign identifying the artists or business name. Signage must be securely attached to booth or stall as not to interfere or impede foot traffic.

Vendor parking is located at the far end of the parking lot. Vendors and their employees should not park in the lots next to the Market.

Spaces may be shared by two vendors producing separate products, however, each vendor must still submit separate applications.

The Mashpee Open Market is a rain or shine Market, please be prepared by bringing the necessary tents or awnings.

Vendors are responsible for keeping their space attractive during Market hours and for cleaning up their space after the Market closes. This includes keeping all storage boxes neatly tucked away and covered by a floor length cloth, any remaining boxes that cannot be hidden must be stored in your vehicle. Vendors leaving debris or garbage at rented space will be fined or not welcome to return. Thank you for your cooperation.

The Mashpee Open Market reserves the right to refuse or terminate any vendor without refund who does not comply with the above guidelines.

Tax ID Certificates

Tax ID Numbers are REQUIRED in Massachusetts. All Exhibitors must be in compliance with State & Federal Tax Laws and display Tax ID Certificate in booth. This is required for both in state and out of state vendors. If you do not have a tax id certificate, you can obtain one online in a few minutes at no cost. Click here to register with the Massachusetts Department of Revenue.

Food Permits

Food vendors must display & obtain permits at their own expense. If you are sampling, or plan to sell prepared food at the Market a special permit is required through the City of Mashpee. This permit must be displayed and presented to the Market Manager prior to opening. A limited amount of food spaces will available each Sunday. For more information about obtaining a Temporary Food Permit please contact Chris Masci @ 617-481-2257

Farmers
There is  no fee for farms that participate at the Mashpee Open Market. For more information about obtaining a seasonal space, please email info@mashpeeopenmarket.com

Cancellations / Date Switching / Inclement Weather

Cancellation Policy
Cash refunds will not be granted for paid dates, instead a credit may be applied toward a future Market date. All cancellations must be received in writing (email or letter) 10 days prior to each reserved Market. Please include the day you are rescheduling for. If you miss the 10 day deadline, you are still responsible for payment regardless if you attend or not. In order to receive a credit, please read Switching Dates below.

Switching Dates
In order to switch a date we need at least 10 days notice. Credits will only be issued to vendors using the Date Switch Form.  Click here to make a date switch

Weather
The Mashpee Open Market is a rain or shine Market. Please be prepared by bringing the required set-up materials (tents or awnings). In the event of a cancellation due to severe weather, refunds will not be granted. Instead a credit may be applied to a future Market date.

Promoter Statement

The Mashpee Open Market managers and promoters reserve the right to restrict or terminate any vendor’s activity or remove any product, which, in their opinion, is objectionable or inappropriate or is detrimental to the quality of the event as a whole. In the event of any restrictions or evictions, the Mashpee Open Market and its affiliates will not be liable for any refund of rental or other expenses.

The Mashpee Open Market managers and promoters reserves the right to remove, without refund or recourse, any exhibitor who misrepresents himself or his product. In addition, the promoter reserves the right not to select vendors who may not be suitable for the Market.

The Mashpee Open Market reserves the right to amend or add to the applicable rules pertaining to and governing the Mashpee Open Market at any time during and before the operating season. All participating vendors at the Mashpee Open Market will be made aware of all additions or amendments. The interpretation of all the rules by the promoters shall be final.