Charleston County Park & Recreation Commission hosts a diverse calendar of festivals and events where we carefully select food, craft, merchandise, and non-profit vendors to enhance the overall experience for our attendees. We support and advocate for Lowcountry vendors offering local products and services.
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Sunday, March 8, 2026
11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Palmetto Islands County Park
Mount Pleasant
Expected Attendance: 1,000Vendor Fees
- Craft/Merchandise: $100
- 501(c)(3) Information: $50
Timeline
- Applications Open: January 2, 2026
- Deadline: January 30, 2026
- Notifications Begin: February 6, 2026
- Payment Deadline: February 17, 2026
APPLICATIONS CLOSED.
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Saturday, April 18, 2026
12 - 6 p.m.
James Island County Park
Charleston
Expected Attendance: 6,000Vendor Fees
- Food: $250*
- Dessert or Snacks: $200
- Craft/Merchandise: $100
* Base fee for food vendors is $250 for a 10-foot space. Add $100 for every additional 10 feet of space.
Timeline
- Applications Open: January 20, 2026
- Deadline: March 6, 2026
- Notifications Begin: March 13, 2026
- Payment Deadline: March 23, 2026
APPLICATIONS CLOSED.
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May 29, June 26, July 17, and August 7, 2026*
7:30 - 11 p.m.
James Island County Park
Charleston
Expected Attendance: 1,900 per concertVendor Fees
- Food: $1,000
- Dessert or Snacks: $600
- Craft/Merchandise: $400
*Vendor must commit to all four Fridays
Timeline
- Applications Open: March 9, 2026
- Deadline: April 13, 2026
- Notifications Begin: April 20, 2026
- Payment Deadline: April 30, 2026
APPLICATIONS CLOSED.
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Sunday, September 13, 2026
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Whirlin' Waters Waterpark
North Charleston
Expected Attendance: 1,000 dogs/1,200 peopleVendor Fees
Craft/Merchandise: $100
Timeline
- Application Opens: June 8, 2026
- Deadline: July 23, 2026
- Notifications Begin: July 30, 2026
- Payment Deadline: August 10, 2026
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Sunday, October 4, 2026
12 - 5 p.m.
Wannamaker County Park
North Charleston
Expected Attendance: 3,000Vendor Fees
- Food: $250*
- Dessert or Snacks: $200
- Craft/Merchandise: $100
- 501(c)(3) Information: $50
*Base fee for food vendors is $250 for a 10-foot space. Add $100 for every additional 10 feet of space.
Timeline
- Application Opens: June 8, 2026
- Deadline: July 23, 2026
- Notifications Begin: July 30, 2026
- Payment Deadline: August 10, 2026
IMPORTANT: In order to participate in Latin American Festival as a food vendor, vendors must also complete a City of North Charleston Mobile Food Vendor (MFV) Fire Permit Application and, in accordance with the City of North Charleston Business License Ordinance, obtain a business license.
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Sunday, October 11 2026
11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Palmetto Islands County Park
Mount Pleasant
Expected Attendance: 1,000Vendor Fees
- Craft/Merchandise: $100
- 501(c)(3) Information: $50
Timeline
- Applications Open: July 20, 2026
- Deadline: August 17, 2026
- Notifications Begin: August 24, 2026
- Payment Deadline: September 3, 2026
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Saturday, November 7, 2026
11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Johns Island County Park
Expected Attendance: 4,000Vendor Fees
- Food: $250*
- Dessert or Snacks: $200
- Craft/Merchandise: $100
- 501(c)(3) Information: $50
* Base fee for food vendors is $250 for a 10-foot space. Add $100 for every additional 10 feet of space.
Application Timeline
- Applications Open: August 18, 2026
- Deadline: September 29, 2026
- Notifications Begin: October 6, 2026
- Payment Deadline: October 16, 2026
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Saturday, January 23, 2027
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Palmetto Islands County Park
Mount Pleasant
Expected Attendance: 800Vendor Fees
- 501(c)(3) Information: $50
Timeline
- Applications Open: October 26, 2026
- Deadline: December 2, 2026
- Notifications Begin: December 8, 2026
- Payment Deadline: December 18, 2026
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Craft/Merchandise Vendors
If you are considering applying as a craft/merchandise vendor, please note the following carefully as policies may have changed:
- Products must be designed, fabricated, and hand-crafted by the artisan vendor.
- Vendors cannot be part of a national franchise, corporate chain of businesses, or an independent consultant.
- Products must not be readily available through national distribution channels.
- Vendors must supply their own electricity, tent, tables, and chairs.
- Vendors must be prepared to process payments independently (cash, credit/debit, PayPal, Venmo, etc.)
- Duplicate products may be denied entry. In the case of duplicate items, the grading criteria is as follows: authenticity, level of innovation of products and menu items, Charleston County location status, booth appearance, past performance, and value of products and services.
- CCPRC events occur rain or shine. Vendors will receive a full refund if the event is canceled by CCPRC and not rescheduled. Vendors withdrawing prior to the event will receive a 50% refund.
Food Vendors
If you are considering applying as a food vendor, please note the following carefully as policies may have changed:
- Vendors must supply their own electricity, tent, tables, and chairs.
- Vendors must be prepared to process payments independently (cash, credit/debit, PayPal, Venmo, etc.)
- Priority is given to vendors serving authentic food specific to the event.
- Food vendors will be permitted to sell only items listed on the application and approved by the festival committee.
- Duplicate products may be denied entry. In the case of duplicate items, the grading criteria is as follows: food authenticity, level of innovation of products and menu items, Charleston County location status, booth appearance, past performance, and value of products and services.
- CCPRC events occur rain or shine. Vendors will receive a full refund if the event is canceled by CCPRC and not rescheduled. Vendors withdrawing prior to the event will receive a 50% refund.