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  VENDOR REGISRATION IS CLOSED  

Local BBQ VENDOR APPLICATION
Main Street Laurens’ 22nd Annual Squealin’ on the Square
October 4 & 5 2024
 

Applications are now being accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis. The Committee reserves the right to final selection. 

 

Multiple BBQ vendors will be permitted and may sell any meat, sides, combo plates. No sodas are allowed to be sold, only tea & lemonade.


**NOTE-Food vendors must present a certificate of insurance showing Main Street Laurens as an Additional Named Insured with your application.**

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RULES & REGULATIONS
1. Date: Friday, Oct 4 and Saturday, October 5
2. Time: Friday 12pm–9pm and Saturday 11am–7pm
3. Location: Downtown Laurens – Courthouse Square (Hwy 76)

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PEOPLE’S CHOICE
Friday, October 6 - 11:00am to 3:00pm
BBQ vendors are required to participate.
Required 2oz any meat per ballot holder. Suggestion to have a separate area with
warming pan for P.C.

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BOOTH FEES:
10% of gross sales + participation in People's Choice

$100 Deposit before September 15

POWER: 30 AMP 110V Available

*Squealin’ on the Square is a fundraiser for Main Street Laurens.

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  • A City of Laurens Business License is required ($20 fee included in this application fee). Form must be completed and returned to Main Street Laurens by Sept. 30.

  • Spaces are 20 feet x 20 feet (Due to construction on the square, you must set up in the 20 X 20 spaces. NO ADDITIONAL SPACE WILL BE AVAILABLE!)

  • Electrical power is provided only for those who request it. Extension cords will not be provided. Generators ARE NOT allowed.

  • BBQ VENDORS ARE ALLOWED TO SET-UP THURSDAY NIGHT! Food vendors may begin assembling areas by 8:00 am Friday and 7:30 am Saturday. Areas must be set up and all service/supply vehicles removed from the square by 11:00am Fri. and 8:30am Sat.

  • Canopies are welcomed and encouraged, but MUST NOT exceed booth space. Any shelters, tables or display racks provided by the vendor must be removed by the vendor no later than 10pm Sat. Vending area must be clean and clear of trash and debris.

  • DRINK SALES PERMITTED BUT ONLY FOR THE FOLLOWING: Tea & Lemonade. Main Street Laurens will sell all other drink products at 2 drink locations on opposite sides of the square. NO EXCEPTIONS.

  • Food Sales: As a bulk BBQ vendor, que-pons will no longer be used for food purchases, but cash and card only. You will keep 100% of the money.

  • Water and electrical hookups are available at no charge (no sewer). All contestants must adhere to all health (864/833-0000), electrical, fire and other codes applicable to this event (must provide fire extinguisher). No generators!

  • The steering committee reserves the right to deny any application at any time.

  • Cancellations after September 1, 2024 will result in forfeiture of entire space deposit.

  • Main Street Laurens carries NO insurance for vendors and WILL NOT be liable for loss or damage from any cause.

  • South Carolina Sales Tax is the responsibility of each vendor and should be collected and paid by that vendor. The South Carolina Department of Revenue will require a sales tax number if/when visiting the festival. Forms can be obtained either by calling the SC Department of Revenue or online at sctax.org.

 

Note: Food Vendors are allowed to sell tea and lemonade only.

For more information, contact Craig Scharton, via email at craig@mainstreetlaurens.org or by phone at 559-281-9129.

Local BBQ Vendor Form 2024
Will you require an electrical connection?
Amps to be used

First time participants must include photographs of your setup/items. Mail photographs, this application and fee (see fee schedule) payable to Main Street Laurens to:

 

Squealin’ on the Square – PO Box 1736 – Laurens, SC 29360

Contact Craig Scharton (559) 281-9129 with questions.

 

Participant's Agreement

The undersigned agrees that he/she will be responsible for any loss or damage to his/her work during Squealin’ on the Square. He/She agrees to abide by all rules as set forth by the Squealin’ on the Square Officials and as explained in the materials enclosed with this application. My signature below and enclosed payment indicate that I understand that failure to abide by these rules and regulations may result in the termination of my contract and my participation in future events with Main Street Laurens. I also agree to maintain my booth space until the close of the festival and understand that if I don't, I may not be allowed to participate in the future.

 

Application fee and photo must accompany this application. This is a rain or shine festival - No refund due to weather. The registration fee is refundable until September 1, 2024.

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CONDITIONS

The Squealin’ on the Square Barbecue Cook-off Committee reserves the right to reject any application. If your application is not accepted, your money will be refunded. However, no refunds of the application fee will be made once you have been accepted into the contest. Any photographs or videos taken of your team on-site become the property of Main Street Laurens and may be used for promotional purposes.

 

By signing the application, contestants agree to indemnify and hold Main Street Laurens, the Squealin’ on the Square Committee, the city of Laurens, the Laurens CPW, their employees, agents and volunteers, harmless from any and all claims made against same; including without limitation, all costs, liabilities, judgments, expenses, damages or reasonable attorneys’ fees, arising out of, or in connection with; (1) any structure erected by Contestant; (2) any apparatus, equipment or personal property used by Contestant; (3) any act or omission to act of Contestant, its agents, invitees, participants, representatives, employees, servants, and assigns; and (4) any claims made on account or resulting from contestants participating in the contest. Any legal action concerning this contract will be conducted in the County of Laurens, South Carolina.

Thanks for submitting! One of team members will be in touch.

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