August 31, 2024 - GULFPORT GECKOFEST
GULFPORT GECKOFEST ~ 23rd Annual
2024 THEME: Saturday Night Live!
Est. Attendance: 15,000
Location: 3101 Beach Blvd. S., Gulfport, FL 33707
Date: August 31, 2024 Time: 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
Load in: 6:00 am, Saturday Load out: 10:01 pm, Saturday
Applicant Info: Applications must include three (3) photos of work or items for sale and one (1) photo of outdoor booth set up. Be sure to note any filled categories listed in red before submitting an application. Applications will be reviewed by committee. Applying for an event does not guarantee acceptance. Confirmation or rejection of acceptance will be sent via e-mail and will not be given over the phone without prior written confirmation. Exhibitors can can check the status of an application by logging into their account and viewing the “My Festivals” tab. A waiting list will be established in case of cancellation. Alternates will be made from the wait list at the discretion of the committee. *Applications must be paid at the time of submission.
Space Size: Food Vendor spaces are sold by linear foot. Enter the total space you'll need when opened and fully operational, then reclculate to determine your fee.
Exhibitor spaces are sold in 10’ x 10’ increments. Please make arrangements for your display to fit within your purchased/assigned space.
Application Fee: $15.00 Payable to SIK Promotions, Inc. *Non-Refundable
Artist/Crafter: $215 (Items must be handmade or 75% embellished by the artist)
Fair Trade/Import: $265 (Maximum 24 spaces available to also include Resale/Retail)
Resale/Retail: $265 (Maximum 24 spaces available to also include Fair Trade/Import)
Commercial/Corporate: $1100 and up
Charities/Non-Profits: $215 (Space is limited - Application must include a copy of 501(c)(3) designation)
Mainline Food Vendors*: $33.00 per linear foot (Maximum 9 Mainline spaces available) Electric Included
Single Item Food Vendors*: $28.00 per linear foot (Single (1) Item ONLY - Maximum 9 Single Item spaces available) Electric Included
* Mainline and Single Item Food Vendor Applications must include complete menu with prices, copy of mobile vending permit or license and copy of insurance. Once approved, vendors must submit a certificate of insurance naming the City of Gulfport, the Gulfport Merchant’s Chamber of Commerce and SIK Promotions, Inc. each as additional insured, and must also complete the Gulfport Fire Departments temporary permit application.
Performers: All applications must be received with a press kit. Please note, SIK Promotions events are considered family-friendly and vulgar language, violence, nudity, alcohol, and/or drug use are prohibited at any of our events. SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION DOES NOT GUARANTEE ACCEPTANCE FOR PERFORMANCE.
Exhibitor Cancellation Policy
NOTE: New Cancellation Policy as of June 15, 2024 - there will be a $50.00 cancellation fee for every canceled booking. *All cancellations must be made in writing via email.
30 days or more: If you cancel 30 days or more from the event set up date you will be offered 2 options:
- Booth fee refund excluding the 8% processing fees PLUS a $50 administrative fee. Application fees are non-refundable.
- Show credit may be offered for a future SIK Promotions, Inc. event and must be redeemed within one calendar year from the date of your original application.
8 - 29 Days: If you cancel 8-29 days from the event set up date, no refunds will be offered. Show credit may be available for a future SIK Promotions, Inc. event and must be redeemed within one calendar year from the date of your original application.
7 Days or less: If you cancel 7 days or less from the event set up date, no refunds or credits will be available.
Redeeming show credit: You must apply to a future SIK Promotions, Inc. show available within one calendar year from the date of your original application. Enter your show credit date in the “Notes Here” section and submit your application. Once a credit is applied to the event it is considered redeemed in full and is non-transferable. You will be notified via email if there is a balance due.
If you book and cancel twice within a calendar year, your fees will be non-refundable, and no credit will be offered for any future events.
Vendor Insurance: Vendors are encouraged to purchase event cancellation insurance to protect their investment in case of unforeseen circumstances.
Event Cancellation Policy
We will not cancel a show for inclement weather unless informed by state, city or local officials that it will be in the best interest of safety for all.
If an event is canceled by officials due to adverse weather, exhibitors will be notified via email and offered show credit towards a future SIK Promotions, Inc. event.
All events are rain or shine. No credits or refunds will be issued if the show is affected by forces of nature beyond our control during the event taking place.
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