The Bloom and Grow Garden Society will be hosting its 23rd annual "Spring Fever in the Garden"
April 5th & 6th, 2025 in Historic Downtown Winter Garden.
2025 VEndor Application
VENDOR APPLICATIONS WILL BE AVAILABLE 09/15/2025
ALL FOOD AND DRINK SPACES ARE CLOSED FOR VENDORS.
DO NOT APPLY.
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Online Application: Please complete the application form online. Once your application is approved, you will receive an email with payment instructions.
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Mail-In Application: If you prefer, you can download and print the application form, then mail it along with a check.
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Food & Drink Vendors: We are currently not accepting any new food or drink vendor applications at this time. Please do not apply.
Spring Fever in the Garden 2025
Join us for the 23rd Annual “Spring Fever in the Garden” festival hosted by the Bloom and Grow Garden Society on Saturday, April 5th, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. and Sunday, April 6th, 2025 from 10 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. in historic downtown Winter Garden.
Experience the unique charm of Spring Fever, a garden show featuring plant vendors, garden décor and nature-related products. Last year's Spring Fever festival saw an estimated 2-day attendance of over 60,000 visitors.
Spring Fever is an excellent selling platform for vendors, and it’s a huge draw bringing people to the downtown festival area with a variety of additional exciting activities. From the Chalkin’ It Up! Art Contest and the engaging Kidzone, brimming with endless entertainment for children, to the musical performances in front of city hall, the festival offers something for everyone.
Vendor applications will be reviewed by our committee, with acceptance notification and further instructions provided. The final decision regarding vendor acceptance rests with the Spring Fever in the Garden committee.
The festival stands as the cornerstone of Bloom and Grow’s fundraising efforts. Proceeds go to supporting our higher education scholarships and other well-screened local planting and educational initiatives.
Don’t delay; applications will not be accepted after March 10, 2025.
Vickie Parrish- Vendor Chair
parrishnursery@gmail.com
VENDOR APPLICATIONS WILL BE AVAILABLE 9/15/2025.
ALL FOOD AND DRINK VENDORS SPOTS ARE CLOSED. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY.
*IMPORTANT INFORMATION BELOW
Spring Fever in the Garden Vendor Criteria
Please note that this is a rain or shine event. There are no rain dates.
NEW THIS YEAR: White Tent Requirement!
In compliance with new city regulations, all tents must be plain white, in good condition, and free of graphics. Limited, simple bannering is permitted, but signage must not overwhelm the tent. This requirement ensures a clean, consistent, and professional look throughout the festival. Please plan accordingly and contact us if this impacts your participation.
Operating Hours:
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Saturday, 4/5/25, 9:00 – 5:00 and Sunday, 4/6/25, 10:00 – 4:00
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Vendors must sell their products until 5:00 pm on Saturday and 4:00 pm on Sunday.
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Vendors who wish to stay open later on Saturday may do so.
Space Allocation:
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Vendors will be assigned 10 feet by 10 feet space.
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Vendors have the option to purchase multiple spaces.
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The fee for one space is $200, and each additional space is $175.
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Vendors are to contain their products within the allocated space.
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All fees are non-refundable, except in cases where we do not accept your application.
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Vendor spaces will be assigned based on booth requirements and event layout; keeping the best interest of the event in mind at all times.
Product Restrictions:
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All sales should be related to plants, nature, gardens, garden décor and horticulture.
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Vendors are strictly prohibited from selling tee shirts, drawings, or raffle tickets.
Set Up and Attendance:
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Approximately two weeks before the festival, vendors will receive an email with set-up times, zone and parking details.
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Late arrivals may be relocated and required to hand-carry their items to their space.
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Vendors who fail to set up on Saturday will not be allowed to set up on Sunday.
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Failure to show up for the event may impact future participation in Spring Fever festivals.
Equipment and Supplies:
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Vendors are responsible for bringing their own tents, tables, and chairs and they must be in good condition.
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Tent weights are required for all canopy tents with appropriate weight for tent size. Typical weights are approximately 96 lbs. for a 10’ x 10’ tent.
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Banners, Snipe Signs, Balloons and Flags are not allowed.
Electricity, Water, and Generators:
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Limited access to electricity and water can be provided, but vendors must indicate their requirements in the application.
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Generators are not allowed.
Sales Tax and Booth Sharing:
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Each vendor is responsible for collecting and reporting their own sales tax at the event.
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Vendors may not share booths with other vendors.
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"Hawking" merchandise on the street is not permitted.
Inclement Weather:
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Vendors are encouraged to monitor the weather during the festival.
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In case of inclement weather, please cover your goods, lower the top of your tent, and seek shelter.
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Tent weights are required for all canopy tents with appropriate weight for tent size. Typical weights are approximately 96 lbs. for a 10’ x 10’ tent.
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No refunds issued for inclement weather.
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There are no alternate rain dates.
Music and Entertainment:
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Additional music or entertainment at booth is not allowed.
Security and Liability:
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Security on Saturday night will be provided.
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The City of Winter Garden and the Bloom & Grow Garden Society are not liable for any lost, stolen or damaged merchandise.
Vendor Breakdown on Sunday:
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Early breakdown is not permitted.
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All vendors must sell until the official closing time of 4:00 pm, and no sales are allowed after that time.
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At 4:00 pm, vendors must be in their booths and ready to pack up. If not present in their booths during breakdown, their goods may be moved.
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If your booth is on the street in the driving path, you must move tent and items off street and begin packing after clearing the street.
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You may pack and wheel your items to your parking area and exit in that manner.
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It can take up to an hour or longer before the streets will be opened to vendor vehicle traffic.
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The city will open the streets when it is deemed safe and responsible to do so. The streets must be clear of all pedestrian traffic and any festival equipment and belongings.
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Information will be provided to you at the festival detailing festival breakdown procedures.
We appreciate your cooperation and participation in Spring Fever in the Garden.
If you have any further questions or require assistance, please don't hesitate to contact us.