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Mission Bazaar Exhibitor Information & Registration
You may register for Mission Bazzar booth spaces, table spaces, or non-profit spaces in two ways:
If you wish to register by mail, please click here to download info and registration form (PDF) This PDF has the complete information from this page plus the registration form. You can simply print a copy and mail it to the address listed on the form.
If you wish to read complete exhibitor information and register online, please continue on below:
• What is Mission Bazaar?
• Dates & Hours
• Important Deadlines
• Marketing & Promotion
• Transportation & Parking
• About the Armory
• Performance & Entertainment
• Exhibitor Spaces
• What to Bring
• Hours & Security
• Exhibitor Fees
• Application Procedure
• Eligibility
• Selection Process
• Contact Information
• Online Application Form
What is Mission Bazaar?
Mission Bazaar is a twice a year “shopping spectacle” which combines a more traditional arts and craft expo with a dynamic performance and music event. Featuring over 200 artisans exhibiting their uniquely designed creative products and accessories and over 20 hours of live performances by singers, musicians, circus and dance acts, online slots, performances artists, DJs and much more, the Mission Bazaar is an extraordinary happening in one of San Francisco’s landmark buildings.
The Mission truly represents the Bay Area’s artistic soul, and it’s our intention to reflect and celebrate this richness. We’ll solicit participation from artisans in the Mission District and beyond to engage the public in this community celebration of the artistic and cultural life of the Bay Area. With this event, the San Francisco’s historic Mission District will come alive as the Bay Area’s preeminent melting pot of – and destination for – multicultural arts and artists.
Mission Bazaar Dates & Hours
Our inaugural event is Saturday and Sunday May 17th and 18th. Hours are from 10 am to 8 pm both days. This is an indoor event; the Bazaar goes on rain or shine. Admission is only $5 for the public.
Important Deadlines
• APPLICATIONS must be filled out online or postmarked by Friday, April 11th.
• SELECTION RESULTS will be emailed or otherwise confirmed by Friday, April 18th.
• BOOTH & TABLE FEES are due May 2nd.
Marketing & Promotion
Mission Bazaar will be widely promoted beginning in April throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. The campaign will include media partnerships with weekly newspapers, online services, email providers, publicity and a broad postering and post card distribution outreach.
Mission Bazaar will also be marketed through its community of participants that include over 150 artisan vendors, 20 non-profit organizations and over 50 performing acts featured throughout the weekend.
Transportation & Parking
The Armory is located just two blocks from the 16th Street Mission BART Station. There will be limited parking lot spaces and street parking available around the building.
About The Armory
Mission Bazaar is proud to present the first public event at the historic San Francisco Armory in over thirty years. This 200,000 square foot reproduction Moorish Castle was completed in 1914 and was used as a National Guard facility until 1976. It is full of period detail including cavernous dungeon-like basements, stone staircases, sweeping corridors, and a gigantic drill court spanning almost an acre. The Armory was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978 and has been out of official use since this time. The current owners plan to revive this historic building in consideration of gentrification, and social and environmental concerns while restoring and renovating The Armory to its original splendor, style and beauty.
Performance & Entertainment
While this event is focused on the display and sale of artisan crafts, we are pleased to present these elements in a rich, creative environment, integrated with and amongst the performing arts. Taking place in the 40,000 sq. ft. drill court of The Amory, the Mission Bazaar will feature several performance areas, including a main stage, a central performance area, and a DJ stage to provide a lively, eclectic soundtrack to the day’s events. Entertainment will be amplified, but within considerations of conversation, commerce, and family-friendly volume.
Exhibitor Spaces
Mission Bazaar provides two kinds of artisan exhibitor spaces as described below. Please choose one in your application:
8’x10’ Booth Spaces
The majority of artisan vendor spaces are basic 8’ x 10’ booths with white fabric sides and back wall. The booth will not be covered or carpeted. A generic sign with your company name, a 6’ rectangular table and 2 plastic chairs are included. Electricity is not included. However, we can offer a limited number of exhibitors electricity for an additional $50 fee on a first-come, first-served basis. Generators are not allowed.
6’ Table Spaces
We are offering a limited number of table display spaces that include a 6’ rectangular banquet table and two chairs. Table spaces will be allocated first to a small number of local non- profit organizations, followed by select artisan vendors whose presentation needs are appropriate for small table display (e.g. Jewelry).
What You Might Want to Bring
We invite you to bring anything to dress up, decorate, or otherwise distinguish your display space. This may include table coverings, custom signage, rugs or other floor coverings. You are also responsible for bringing your own change, payment systems, and storage to completely manage all of your own transactions.
Hours & Security
Hours: All load-ins will take place on Friday, May 16th between 12 noon and 8 pm. If you have very simple load-ins, we will grant permission to load- in Saturday, May 17th between 7:30 am – 9:00 am. The building will be closed at 10 pm on Saturday night. Overnight sleeping is not permitted.
Security will be provided starting Friday at 6 pm and continues nonstop through Sunday at 10 pm.
Application & Exhibitor Fees
Applications: There is no fee due with your initial online application.
Exhibitor Booths & Tables: 8’x10’ Booth spaces are $300 for the weekend.
Corner Booth spaces are an additional $50.
Limited number will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Booths with electricity are an additional $50.
Limited number will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
6’ Table spaces are $200 for the weekend.
Non-Profit Table spaces are $150 for the weekend. Limited non-profit fee waivers and discount rates are available.
Application Procedure
Do not send in a booth fee with your application; wait until your application has been accepted and you receive confirmation of acceptance with your agreement and booth invoice. Booth fees will be due no later than May 2nd, if accepted.
Cancellations: 75% of your booth fee will be refunded if you cancel before May 9th.
Eligibility
We look forward to representing the spectrum of the creative work done by artists in the Bay Area. We anticipate having more applications for booths and tables than there are available spaces. Therefore, please review the Eligibility section and fill out your applications and return to us as soon as possible.
Artisan Booths & Tables
Anyone is eligible to apply who creates original, handmade work in any art or craft media. In the spirit of this event, it is suggested that the artists who created the work be present. It is acceptable to have people helping you produce and represent your work. Manufacturers, dealers and agents are ineligible.
If you are applying online, please complete the online application form at: www.missionbazaar.com
If you apply by mail, you must include with your application form, 2-3 photos of your work, and a SASE with 65 cents postage. Send to: PARADOX Media, 1674 Cypress Avenue, Richmond CA, online casino USA, 94805.
Photos can get lost or damaged in the mail – please send duplicates rather than originals. If you would like to share a booth space with someone you know, you must each apply separately and each be accepted. Please indicate on your application that you intend to share, and with whom.
Artisans working together on the same body of work should submit one application.
You will be notified by April 25th if your organization has been selected to have a booth at the event.
Non-Profit Organizations
Any registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization is eligible to apply for a Non-Profit Table space. The primary purpose of the non-profit tables is to share information about your organization and mission. Small items that represent your organization may be sold at your table (stickers, buttons, small books, stamps, etc.). Larger, more expensive arts and crafts may not be sold at a non-profit table, even if sale of items is to benefit your organization. Mission Bazaar reserves the sole right to determine if your for-sale items are appropriate for a Non-Profit Table or if you need to register for an artisan booth or table.
Selection Process
Artisan Booths & Tables
Since anticipate more applications than available booths and tables, priority will be given to first-come, first-serve. However, our goal is to reflect the creative spectrum of products and accessories and our final choices will be based on reflecting that spectrum. All decisions are final.
Community Outreach
An important goal of the Mission Bazaar is to support the greater Mission community. We’ll give first priority to non-profits that are based in and serve the Mission. Other organizations are welcome to apply and will be selected based on their mission statements and the extent to which they support the creative community.
You will be notified by April 25 if your organization has been selected to have a table at the event.
Contact Information
Producers & Vendor/Performer Coordination:
Brad Nye – brad@missionbazaar.com
Justin Katz – justin@missionbazaar.com
Marketing/Public Relations:
Jamye Mannick -jamye@missionbazaar.com
Phone (info only) 415-435-7527
Address:
PARADOX Media
Attn: Mission Bazaar
1674 Cypress Avenue
Richmond CA 94805
