The 2025 regular registration period for vendors has closed on August 28th, 2025. However, we are accepting late registrations. All registrations after the regular registration date will need to include the $20 Late Registration fee. Fees and more information on the registration form.
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What's my vendor type?
HERITAGE SKILL EXHIBITORS
Presenting traditional crafts and techniques through live demonstrations. May sell their demonstrated crafts.
EDUCATIONAL EXHIBITORS
Offering informative exhibits and engaging activities throughout the festival. Absolutely NO sales.
SCHOOL CLUBS/YOUTH ACTIVITY
Showcasing student-led projects, fundraising efforts for school or local youth clubs, or interactive events for young attendees.
POLITICAL CAMPAIGNS
Engaging in campaign-related activities or outreach during the festival.
FOOD VENDORS
Providing food items for sale, with proper permits or submission of the Temporary Food Establishment form.
ALL OTHER VENDORS
Selling anything at all other than food items. This includes but not limited to raffle tickets, jewelry, cookware, plants, candles, clothes, etc.
FLOATER
For vendors who prefer to walk around and distribute information rather than having a designated booth space. Floater vendors will be provided with lanyards for identification but will not have a set area, table, or chair.
REGISTRATION HAS CLOSED FOR THE 2025 LOCAL TALENT PORTION
Our Local Entertainment Show showcases the talent of Jones County and surrounding areas. Whether you'll be singing, dancing, lip-syncing, acting, performing martial arts, playing an instrument, citing poetry, have a comedy act or other activities the stage is yours!
REGISTRATION EXTENDED TO SEPTEMBER 8TH, 2025
The aim of this pageant is to provide young women in North Carolina with a platform to showcase their talents, forge new friendships through friendly competition, and, above all, to enjoy themselves! We're excited to see the youth actively participate in festival activities and contribute to our heritage this year and in the years to come!
Registration information and questions can be directed to Jones County Parks & Recreation Director, David Mallard, at 252-448-1660 or recreation@jonescountync.gov.