JOIN OUR VENDOR COMMUNITY!
JOIN OUR VENDOR COMMUNITY!
Have you got the next immaculate food fusion or a passion for crafting something from scratch? Is your brand thriving and ready for a bigger audience? This is your chance to showcase your creativity, passion, and business at one of the most exciting night markets in the region!
We’re looking for food vendors, food trucks, artists, makers, performers, nonprofits, contractors, local businesses, and organizations to be part of the SWAE Night Market experience! This is more than just a market—it’s a hub for culture, community, and connection.
💡 Why join?
✅ Get your brand in front of a diverse, engaged audience
✅ Network and grow with fellow entrepreneurs and creatives
✅ Be part of a high-energy, immersive experience
Our vendor application is open to all businesses—whether you're in food, fashion, art, wellness, education, or entertainment, there’s a place for you here.
🔗 Apply now and be part of something unforgettable!
Vendors
Vendor Application Process
Visit Our Vendor Application Link
Start by clicking HERE to access our vendor applications.Enter Your Business/Organization Information
Provide all necessary details about your business or organization. Be clear and concise about what you offer. It is highly recommended that you include photos of your products and booth presentation. Don’t forget to include links to your website and social media pages!
**Please note, to become a vendor at our Night Market events, you must have an active EIN or UBI number and a City of Lacey business license, NO EXCEPTIONS!Complete the Application/Processing Fees
Please note that vendor applications will not be reviewed until the application/processing fee has been submitted. Each market location requires a separate application fee; however, once paid, the fee covers all events at that specific location for the remainder of the calendar year.
**Please note that the application/processing fee is non-refundable and does not guarantee application or booth space approval.Select Your Event Dates
Select the dates for all the events you'd like to participate in through ManageMyMarket. Please note that vendor spots are not guaranteed for every event. Once your application is accepted, we recommend requesting your preferred dates early.
We look forward to having you join us!
Questions? Email us at hello@swaenightmarket.com
Night Market at Ricardo’s
8'x5' Indoor Booth - $50 + 5% of gross profit.
10'x10' Outdoor Booth - $50 + 5% of gross profit.
10'x20' Outdoor Booth - $100 + 5% of gross profit.
Prepared Food Vendor (Truck/Trailer/Canopy) - $60
Non-profit organizations, promotional booths, educational booths, and advertisers that do not collect payment or profit on-site - $70
Vendor Fees
Lacey Night Market
8'x5' Indoor Booth - $50 + 5% of gross profit.
10'x10' Outdoor Booth - $50 + 5% of gross profit.
10'x20' Outdoor Booth - $100 + 5% of gross profit.
Prepared Food Vendor (Truck/Trailer/Canopy) - $60
Non-profit organizations, promotional booths, educational booths, and advertisers that do not collect payment or profit on-site - $60
Lacey Block Party - June 7
8'x5' Indoor Booth - $60 + 5% of gross profit.
10'x10' Outdoor Booth - $60 + 5% of gross profit.
10'x20' Outdoor Booth - $120 + 5% of gross profit.
Prepared Food Vendor (Truck/Trailer/Canopy) - $70
Non-profit organizations, promotional booths, educational booths, and advertisers that do not collect payment or profit on-site - $70
Lacey Holiday Market
Coming Soon!
Frequently Asked Questions
(Vendors)
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To become a vendor at our Night Market events, you must have an active EIN or UBI number and a City of Lacey business license, NO EXCEPTIONS!
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Yes. However, before the event, booth sharing requires approval from the event organizer. Additionally, both vendors must possess an active EIN or WA UBI.
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Vendors may not bring pets to their booths to ensure compliance with liability regulations.
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No, we are not hosting multi-level marketing businesses at SWAE Night Market at the moment.
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Approved vendors for the event will receive an invoice from SWAE Night Market. It's important to emphasize that we will never request your personal or credit card information. Additionally, invoices will not be sent through Facebook messaging or any direct messaging channels.
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Event pricing is outlined in the application; please note that pricing may vary for each specific event.
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Yes, the event load-in/out info will be sent out during the event week.
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At SWAE Night Market, we prioritize events that offer visitors a diverse range of products and options. We limit the number of vendors in the same categories to ensure this. If you have not received a response within three to four weeks, we are likely either fully booked for the event or have reached the maximum capacity for vendors in your specific product category. Please consider submitting your application for a different event. We appreciate your understanding in this matter. Kindly double-check your spam folder for any missed communications. Thank you.
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Yes, all new and returning vendors must complete an application for every event they wish to participate in.
(Food Vendors)
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Food/food truck vendors are required to have all necessary permits and documents available on the day of the event.
For permits, guidelines, and applications, please visit https://www.thurstoncountywa.gov/phss/Pages/food-temporary-events.aspx
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A Single Temporary Event Permit from the Thurston County Public Health allows food vendors to participate in a single temporary event within Thurston County. All portions of this application must be completed, legible, signed, and submitted, with full payment, to Thurston County Public Health & Social Services at least 14 days prior to the public event. Applications received less than two full business days or less prior to the event may NOT be accepted.
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If you use the same equipment and menu, the multiple temporary permits will cover all your public events in Thurston County for the calendar year. The fee is the same as three single temporary event permits, so if you are doing more than three events, you will save money.
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Food and Environmental Services Section: 360-867-2667
Email: foodapplication@co.thurston.wa.us
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Cottage Food Permit are managed by Washington State Department of Agriculture, NOT Thurston County Public Health. A Cottage Food Permit allows a resident of Washington State to make food that is not potentially hazardous such as baked goods, candies, jams, jellies, preserves, fruit butters, dry spice blends, or dry tea blends in their primary residential kitchen.
A Cottage Food Permit must be issued BEFORE you sell your product.
Please visit https://agr.wa.gov/cottagefood for cottage food permit application. (You do not need to submit a temporary Event Application with Thurston County Public Health if you have an ACTIVE cottage food permit with WSDA.)
Contact:
General Information: 360-902-1876
Email: cottagefoods@agr.wa.gov
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No temporary food establishment permit is required for a nonprofit organization operating for religious, charitable, or educational purposes and selling non-TCS baked goods. View the Bake Sale Guidelines for more information.