Vendor Rules

🔧 Setup & Breakdown

● Setup begins: 8:30 AM

● Ready by: 10:00 AM sharp

● Breakdown starts: 3:30 PM (No early breakdowns without permission)

🎟️ Table Assignments

● Vendors choose their tables during the purchase stage—no moving or swapping after

purchase.

🧾 Cancellation Policy

● 14+ days before event: Full credit toward a future show

● Reselling your table: Allowed if you notify us at least 5 days in advance.

● Late/No-show: Must contact to avoid being

banned from future events.

🛑 Prohibited Items & Activities

● No fake merchandise

● No food or drink sales

● Zero Tolerance on Vape Smoking inside instant boot no warnings.

● No weapons or substances

● No loudspeakers or microphones without approval

📦 Booth Setup

● Each vendor space includes:

○ 6ft x 2.5ft table

○ (2) chairs

○ Bring your own table linen

● Bring your own display cases

● You will have room to put shelves behind your table for things like sealed products.

● Tables cannot be moved or repositioned

● Displays must not block walkways, fire exits, or neighboring vendors

● Space for wall vendors 5ft, 7-8ft back to back.

💬 Conduct & Behavior

● Treat everyone respectfully

● Family-friendly only: no swearing, arguing, or aggressive sales tactics

● Intimidation, bullying or sketchy behavior = immediate removal and possible ban

● One strike policy

📱 Promotion & Media

● Want a shoutout?

Send your logo/social handles to Dark Star Comics on Facebook at least 7 days before the

event

🚫 Theft, Loss, & Liability

● Dark Star is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged property

● Keep valuables close—no insurance is provided

📦 Load-In & Parking

● Details will be sent via text before the event

● Follow instructions—don’t block aisles or walkways

🛑 Pets

● Only service animals allowed inside

👕 Branding & Booth Quality

● Keep your booth clean and professional

● Branded elements (banners, signs, table covers) are highly encouraged

🧠 Sales Are On You

● We bring the traffic—you drive the sales

● No refunds for low sales. Your setup, energy, and engagement make the difference

● Greet people and connect please.

✅ Final Notes

● Staff may remove or ban vendors for rule violations, unsafe setups, or disruptive

behavior

● By purchasing a table, you agree to all rules above