Booths FAQs

How do I obtain a paper application?

Online applications are preferred. However, if you require a paper application, you may request one via one of the following methods:

Email - Booths@HarvestHomecoming.com - please include your mailing address.
Phone - (812) 944-8572 - please provide your mailing address when leaving a message.
Mail - a request may be mailed to our office. Please provide your mailing address with the request:

Harvest Homecoming

ATTN: Booth Application

PO Box 102

New Albany, IN 47150

Are electronic payments accepted?

No, Harvest Homecoming is not set up to accept electronic forms of payment including credit/debit cards, Venmo, Zelle, Paypal, etc. If you are set up with bill pay through your online banking platform, you should be able to pay us via that method by providing our name and address. Your bill pay provider will mail the check to us. In this instance, you are still required to mail a Booth Rent Payment Form to be paired with your application and payment.

May I drop off payment and my Booth Rent Payment Form at the Harvest Homecoming Office?

Yes. If the office is not staffed, please use the mail slot on the front door. Make sure your form and payment are in an envelope marked accordingly. The next time we’re at the office, we will be sure to retrieve it and provide it to the Booths VP.

Are all booth applicants accepted?

No. The Booth Committee reviews every application for acceptance each year. Applying does not mean you will participate in the festival. Additionally, booth spaces are limited to the streets utilized for Booth Days; we only have so many spaces to fill.

How are booth participants determined?

All applicants are reviewed to ensure alignment with our Booth Purpose. Booth applicants are then prioritized as follows:

Returning vendors/downtown merchants in good standing. Any remaining spaces are then filled by:
New applicants - local vendors (small business, non-profits, charities, civic organizations)
New applicants - non-local vendors (small business, non-profits, charities, civic organizations)
Commercial and large businesses/corporations and services industries (i.e. home remodeling, cell phone sales, real estate, etc)

Do I need to open during the morning hours if my product does not cater to the morning crowd?

Yes. All vendors agree to our Booth Days operating hours as part of their acknowledgement and acceptance of our booth rules. You are required to be open during all advertised hours. Failure to do so results in many complaints and questions from our patrons who expect the booths to be open on time and may result in the vendor being excluded from future events.

What size is a single booth space?

Booths are 10 feet by 10 feet (10' x 10') or 100 square feet. Booths longer than 10 feet may rent additional spaces to accommodate their setup. Booths cannot be wider than 10 feet.

My booth/trailer/set-up is larger than 10' x 10'. How do I mark this on the application?

Measure the length of your booth/trailer and divide by 10 feet (include the bumper and hitch if applicable) to determine how many spaces you need. Example: If you have a 25 foot long booth, you will need to rent 3 booth spaces or 30 feet.

How do I make sure my application/product/offering stands out?

Note that most declinations are simply due to lack of space. However, the more detailed you are with the description of what you offer is very helpful. We are also looking for unique offerings as we do our utmost to ensure a wide variety of vendors for our patrons.

Should I submit photos of my booth?

Photos are not required as part of the application process. If the Booth Committee has any questions, they will reach out to the vendor.

When will I know if my application is accepted or not?

We use the month of August to conduct final reviews and make decisions regarding booth placement. Vendors are notifed by Labor Day whether they've been placed for the festival. Some declination notices may go out sooner but we cannot announce official acceptances until the beginning of September.

Do I need a food permit?

If you sell pre-packaged food and drinks (i.e. bags of chips, cans of soda, etc.), you do not need a permit. Any other food and beverage sales may require a permit. All questions should be directed to the Floyd County Health Department as they issue the permits. They may be reached at (812) 948-4726.

When and how do I apply for a food permit?

The Health Department will make their Harvest Homecoming Temporary Food Permit application available later in the year. We will link it to our website when it is available. We advise that vendors wait until they know whether they've been accepted before they apply as the fee is non-refundable. Any questions need to be directed to the Floyd County Health Department at (812) 948-4726. Harvest Homecoming does not govern or issue the food permits.

How do I know what type of electric I need?

Each booth space includes one, 20amp outlet. (Think of the type of outlets you have in your home.) Booth vendors are responsible for knowing the type of electric they need to safely power their booth. If you are unsure of the needs of your setup, please consult with an electrician so that you may complete your application accurately. Electric needs do determine placement, therefore this information is very important.

Is access to running water available?

While some long standing, legacy vendors are positioned near a few, non-potable water hookups, vendors need to be prepared for their water needs including water used for food service. Water needed for food preparation and consumption is not supplied.