*** THIS APPLICATION IS FOR VENDORS ONLY. DO NOT COMPLETE THIS FORM UNLESS YOU ARE APPLYING TO BE A VENDOR OR EXHIBITOR SELLING OR DISPLAYING AT POE FEST INT'L. To apply as a performer at the festival, please click
here.
If you'd like to volunteer at the festival, please click
here . ***
Get Ready!
The International Edgar Allan Poe Festival & Awards is back for a 7th and very special year: the 75th Anniversary of the Poe House & Museum and Commemoration of the 175th Anniversary of Poe's Death in Baltimore. This year's festival will be held October 4th - 6th, 2024, right in the neighborhood that Poe himself once called home.
We have a great lineup of programming for the enjoyment of Poe fanatics coming out for the festival. To this end, we're also seeking vendors, writers/booksellers, artisans with historical and/or artistic connection to Edgar Allan Poe’s life or works** and would like to collaborate in our festivities!
We have two options for potential vendors:
Street Festival Booth
$400 at Poe Fest International Oct 5-6 (Vendors get a 10 x 10 booth, 1 table and 2 chairs)
Carroll Mansion Vendor Table:
$150 to have your table at Carroll Mansion Oct 4-6 (Limited to 2nd floor spaces, includes one 6' table and 1 chair)
***Returning vendors receive a 10% discount***
The seventh annual International Edgar Allan Poe Festival and Awards (Poe Fest International) is a free, public event featuring Poe-themed performances, art, vendors and food, celebrating Poe’s influence and legacy in the arts. Baltimore is the city where Poe was first recognized for his writing talents, and it is his final resting place. No other city embraces Poe like Baltimore, and we want to share and celebrate his legacy in Baltimore and beyond!
Street Festival Vendor Setup: Saturday, Oct 5, 8 AM to 10:30 AM
Street Festival Times: Saturday, Oct 5, 11 AM to 5 PM; Sunday, Oct 6, 11 AM to 4 PM
Location: The Edgar Allan Poe House and Center/West, 203 N. Amity Street, Baltimore, MD
FREE PARKING FOR ONE VEHICLE (subject to availability. Please arrive early!)
Additional Vendor Location Setup: Friday, October 4, 12PM - 2PM
Venue Hours: Friday, October 4, 4PM - 8PM, Saturday, Oct 5, 12PM - 10 PM; Sunday, Oct 6, 11AM to 4PM
Location: Carroll Mansion (also Carroll Museums,) 800 E. Lombard Street, Baltimore, MD
NO PARKING PROVIDED (limited street/metered parking available, pay-to-park garages on President Street)
**FOR VENDORS & ARTISANS:
We define “connection” as works either adapting or inspired by Poe, as well as his literary and gothic themes. To apply, please complete the application and provide a description of your offerings detailing how it is inspired by Poe or significant to Poe’s life/history. We encourage creators from diverse backgrounds to apply. Please note: Festival is open to all-ages. Vendor offerings with gothic or mature themes are permitted, however vendor placement is at the discretion of festival staff.
If chosen, all vendors will be asked to provide a brief pre-recorded promotional video or graphic showcasing objects in your store or portions of your performance (readings, musical performance, etc.)
Vendors may also propose a longer video demonstration (optional) to be presented to virtual attendees online.
