Become a Vendor
Every year from the end of November to the beginning of December, thousands of guests from near and far fill the streets of historic Old Town Rock Hill, SC, to attend the most anticipated and magical festival of the year…ChristmasVille. The festival has reached such popularity for many reasons, but the vendors featured at our Artisan and Craft Market are at the top of the list. The festival would not be the success it is today without amazing vendors whose products. Here is your chance to make an impact on ChristmasVille 2024 and take advantage of the benefits that come with being a featured vendor.
Food Truck vendor applications are no longer being accepted for the 2024 festival.
Thank you to all our 2024 ChristmasVille Food Truck vendors. You really help to bring the magic of the season alive for our festival attendees.
If you are interested in being a food truck vendor for the 2025 festival, check back in July, 2025 for more info, as well as an application.
Benefits of Being a ChristmasVille 2024 Vendor
Exposure to Thousands of Festival Goers
ChristmasVille attracts an abundance of local residents and out-of-town visitors/tourists looking for a fun-filled experience at Christmas time. With so much foot traffic, you have the opportunity to get your products in front of thousands of guests shopping for Christmas-themed art and various other items while attending the festival. Just imagine the amount of products you could sell and the revenue you could generate, making your time and presence at the festival worthwhile.
Stand Out in Your Category
We believe in providing our visitors with a diverse and exceptional experience. We have limited the number of vendors per category to maintain this standard. Signing up early increases your chances of securing a coveted spot and becoming a prominent vendor at ChristmasVille.
An Opportunity for More Business Outside the Festival
Being a featured vendor gives you a chance to connect with other vendors and gain loyal customers. Networking with other vendors in attendance can present future opportunities to showcase your products at other events. Also, the customers you gain from being a vendor at the festival may continue to purchase items from you in the future. You never know what could come out of being a ChristmasVille vendor. The possibilities are limitless.
A Chance to Brighten Up Someone’s Day
ChristmasVille is truly a magical festival. With lots of smiles and the anticipation of Christmas, imagine the impact you can have on festival-goers. Your vendor station could be what is needed to brighten someone’s day with holiday cheer. By setting up shop at our festival, you can do just that and make ChristmasVille even more magical.
The ChristmasVille Artisan and Craft Market
The ChristmasVille Artisan and Craft Market provides high-quality handcrafters, artists, and vendors with a venue to showcase their products to an audience of shoppers and festival-goers who are looking for unique and creative gift items…just in time for Christmas!
Apply Now for a Chance to Join the Exciting ChristmasVille Artisan and Craft Market!
New Location and New Space Options for 2024!
The ChristmasVille Artisan and Craft Market will have a new home this year at Freedom Temple Ministries, right on the corner of Main Street and Oakland Avenue, to allow for both indoor and outdoor vendors and closer proximity to the festival.
Space Fees
Spaces are first come, first served while still preserving the integrity of local, handmade/homemade items.
NEW this year, we have 3 options for vendors to choose from!
- Indoor Space | $400* – completely indoors
- Open-Air Tent | $300* – similar to the most recent layout
- Open-Air Sidewalk Space | $200* – smaller space depth, more visibility
*There are minimal convenience and service fees that will be applied following acceptance.
Vendor Market Operating Dates and Times
While there are a few events and activities scheduled for the evening of Thursday, December 5th, the official Artisan and Craft Market hours are as follows and must be respected unless otherwise approved by festival organizers
The Artisan and Craft Market will operate during the following hours:
Friday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Important Information
Remember, a completed application does not guarantee participation. Due to our commitment to quality and diversity, we have a limited number of vendors per category. Be sure to submit your application as early as possible to secure your place in this enchanting event.
Winner of four Southeast Festival and Events Association 2023 Kaleidoscope Awards.
Event Photography
By attending ChristmasVille, you understand and agree that your photograph or image may be taken in any public place. You further grant permission and consent to ChristmasVille Rock Hill to use any such photograph, video, or image for any reasonable purpose, including promotion of the festival.