Vendor Information
Frequently Asked Questions about becoming a vendor
Interested In Becoming A Vendor?
Vendors may apply for full time or part time participation in the Albemarle Farmers Market. An application must be submitted, approved and vendor fees paid prior to selling at the market. Vendor applicant must also submit a signed Indemnity Agreement.
IF you would like to become a vendor please first read the Rules and Guidelines. Vendors may then access and complete the application and Indemnity Agreement via this website to be considered as a vendor for the upcoming 2024 market season.
You may also request an application and information by emailing us at
albemarlefarmersmarket@gmail.com
Frequently Asked Questions about becoming a vendor
How do I become a vendor?
Submit a vendor application and fees for vendor acceptance. You can apply to become a vendor on this website under the vendor application tab. - or you can email us at Albemarlefarmersmarket@gmail.com for an application to be emailed to you.
Where is the market located? The market is located in the gravel lot across from Starbucks in the Hollymead Towncenter shopping center. This is an open air market on gravel.
What are the Vendor Fees?
The full time vendor fee for participation on each Saturday of the market is $160 total, paid at time of application for a single space, $320 total if requesting two spaces for the season. The part time vendor fee is $15 per date of participation paid at time of application.
How and when are vendor fees paid? Vendor fees may be paid by check, money order, cash or credit card. Instructions for payment is listed in the application..
When is the market in session, and hours?
The Market runs each Saturday from 8:30am - 12:00pm (noon), the first Saturday in May (5/4) to mid September (9/14).
What is provided to the vendor at the market?
Vendor space only is provided. Any materials needed for vendor to set up and or display their products must be supplied by vendor. Electricity and Wifi are not provided at the market site.
What is the size/description of the vendor space? A single vendor space is 10' wide and 12 plus feet deep. A vendor may apply to use one or two spaces (fees double for two spaces). The vendor spaces are gravel base and will be marked and numbered.
Can yard sale type items be sold at the market? No
Can items not made by the vendor be sold at the market? Items not made by the vendor may only be sold at the market with prior approval from the market manager. Our goal is to sell from local artisans, farmers, and bakers - HOWEVER, if there is an item or type of items made be others you wish to sell it may be allowed - Examples: Embroidered goods, Woven baskets. Approval of items made by others is at the discretion of the Market Manager. Contact Lisa at Albemarlefarmersmarket@gmail.com to discuss.
Can livestock be sold at the market? Small livestock (chicks, rabbits, etc) may be sold at the market only on a per date approval from the market manager if adequate space is available. Vendor must provide adequate space and humane conditions while displaying the animals for sale. Shade must provided while on display at market if a hot or sunny day. Food and water for animals while on display at market is required to be provided to animals by vendor. If excessive heat animals will not be allowed at market on that date (over 90 degrees)
Is there a bathroom at the market? A portable toilet will be at the market. The toilet is scheduled to be cleaned prior to each market date. Other nearby stores have restrooms available to/for public use. However you must consult store policies if you wish to use their facilities as they may be for customers use only. Harris Teeter has public restrooms that do not require you to be a customer in order to use facilities.