South Elgin Riverfest Express Craft Show and Small Business Expo
Rules and Regulations

 

The annual South Elgin Riverfest Express is a four-day outdoor event.  Activities include carnival rides, stage entertainment, food booths, car show and much more.  The craft show/flea market is held on Saturday and Sunday during the event.  The festival activities will be held in several parks along the Fox River all within easy walking distance of each other.  In an effort to encourage participation we are including an area for small businesses and vendors wishing to sell antiques and collectibles as well as craft items.  We offer exhibitors the option of participating on one or both days.

Please read the attached application carefully and return it along with the appropriate application fee as soon as possible.

Exhibitor Rules and Regulations

NO ONE EXHIBITOR WILL BE GRANTED THE EXCLUSIVE
RIGHT TO SELL A SPECIFIC ITEM OR ITEMS

  • Exhibitors must supply own table, tents, chairs, etc.
  • Exhibitors are responsible for transporting items to their space, providing own materials, arranging displays and staffing their area.
  • Exhibitors are required to arrive during set up time and have their displays set-up, attended and open to the public during all hours of the show.  No exhibitor shall remove their display prior to closing time without exclusive permission of the committee.
  • Security will be provided overnight, but we are not responsible for any merchandise, tables, tents or for any items belonging to exhibitors.  Leave items at your own risk and liability.
  • Exhibitors are expected to keep their area neat and orderly and to conduct themselves in a proper and dignified manner throughout the show.
  • Failure to comply with exhibitors rules will result in removal from show.
  • Once a space is assigned. No changes may occur without approval of the committee.

To apply, complete the application and mail it along with a check payable to:
Village of South Elgin/Riverfest Express or drop off at 10 N. Water Street, South Elgin, IL  60177, Attn: Special Events Committee.

For more information, please call the hotline at 847-774-1151