Terms & Conditions

Artist Booth Operations

Artists are required to have personnel present to operate their booths continuously during the official operating hours of the show. No vendor may open later or close earlier without prior approval of Festival Manager. In case of inclement weather or other problems, Festival Manager will determine if official operating hours should be shortened. Artists who leave the show prior to closing hurt the success of neighboring artists. Artists who leave early will not be invited to return to future shows.

Cancellation Policy

An application is a commitment to show. If your cancellation (in writing) is received before June 5, your registration fee will be returned to you minus a $25.00 cancellation fee. No refunds will be made after June 5.

Display Booths

Each exhibitor must provide a display booth and racks or tables for his or her work to be properly displayed outside on grass or pavement (depending on space assignment). Please be prepared for inclement weather conditions with rain covers and appropriate tie-down or weights. Each booth is limited to 100 square feet (10x10) of display space. All tables must be draped to the ground. Boxes and packing crates must not be visible. Poor appearance of an exhibit may be grounds for rejection. Generators are not allowed.

New York State Sales Tax

All exhibitors who do shows in New York State are required to collect New York State sales tax. A “Certificate of Authority” may be obtained by calling 1-800-CALL-TAX or by visiting licensecenter.ny.gov. Local tax rate is 7.5%. Proof is required at show registration. Please allow 4 weeks for processing.

Security and Liability

Canandaigua Art and Music Festival shall not be liable for loss of personal property, personal injury or other damages involving an exhibitor or exhibitor’s agents and employees. Exhibitor shall defend and indemnify promoter from any and all claims, liabilities, expenses, damages and penalties caused or incurred by wrongful acts of exhibitors, or exhibitor’s agents and employees. Exhibitor shall secure and maintain adequate liability and property insurance.