A Nature Coast Chamber of Commerce Event
Where Legacy Meets Innovation & Community Comes to Life
Vendor Opportunities & Pricing Guide
📝 Vendor Participation Guidelines
In celebration of Hernando County’s signature harvest, all vendors must include a blueberry-themed product, menu item, or predominantly blue booth display to be considered. 💙🫐 🎨 Please describe your blueberry-themed contribution in the comments of your application or upload photos—creativity is encouraged! ⚠️ Submitting an application does not guarantee acceptance. All entries will be reviewed for quality, fit with festival goals, and space availability.
⏳ Application Deadlines
- General Vendor Deadline: February 1, 2026
- Business Branding & Sponsorship Applications: Accepted until December 15, 2025
- Applications received after February 1 will be added to the Wait List, with final notifications made up until the event weekend.
💰 Booth Fees & Pricing
All booth fees include your application fee. Payment is due upon approval and is non-refundable.
🧑🌾 Local Hernando County Farms
For small, locally operated farms growing within Hernando County
(Blueberry presence is required)
🍽️ Charity Groups
🌯 Food Vendors
All food vendors must serve at least one blueberry menu item. Priority is given to vendors with creative, blueberry-centered dishes.
Cart (no tent) $150
10' x 10' Tent Setup $300
15' – 25' Truck/Trailer $500
28’+ Food Truck/Trailer $900
Electric access is available as an add-on for $75.
🛍️ Retail & Artisan Vendors
All vendors in this category must incorporate blueberries or a blueberry theme, whether through product, color scheme, or display. Please provide examples in your application.
- Single Booth (10x10) – $200
- Double Booth (10x20) – $350
🧾 Add-On Options
- RV Site for the Event – $100
apply now
Your application will be reviewed within 24 hours.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
The Hernando Blueberry Festival is a nostalgic celebration of local agriculture, community pride, and small-town tradition. This three-day event features blueberry-themed food competitions, live music, livestock showcases, and family fun—all without carnival rides, creating a more grounded, community-first experience.
Anticipated attendance: 8,000–12,000+ over three days
Marketing reach: 60,000+ impressions across digital and print platforms
Media: Local TV, radio, newspaper, Facebook/Instagram, and Chamber of Commerce networks
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Become a Sponsor
Sponsorships are a great opportunity for your business to obtain direct engagement with local families while giving back to the community. Each Sponsorship includes custom social media content, branded signage, and a high traffic exhibitor space.
🎖️ Presenting Sponsor
- Hernando County Blueberry Festival presented by [Your Company]”
- Logo on all promotional materials (banners, posters, flyers, website, social media)
- Stage banner and introduction before each main performance
- Full-page ad in festival program
- Premium 10x20 booth space in high-traffic area
- Opportunity to speak on stage each day
- 10 VIP Passes + reserved seating at entertainment area
- Mention in all press releases, interviews, and media engagements
- Rights to use festival branding in your promotional materials
🫐 Blue Ribbon Sponsor
- Logo placement on stage banner and website
- ½-page ad in the festival program
- 10x10 premium vendor booth
- Recognition during live announcements
- 6 VIP Passes
- Social media spotlight feature (1 dedicated post + shared stories)
🥧 Pie-Eating Contest or Recipe Competition Sponsor
- Logo/signage at contest location
- Naming rights to one of the main contests (e.g., “[Your Brand] Pie-Eating Contest”)
- ¼-page ad in the program
- 10x10 booth space
- 4 VIP Passes
- Recognition on social media and event website
🐄 Livestock Arena Sponsor
- Logo on arena signage and ribbons
- Recognition during livestock shows
- 10x10 vendor booth
- Name included in program and website
- 2 VIP Passes
🎶 Community Partner
- Business name listed on website and select signage
- Shared vendor area (space permitting)
- Name included in printed program
- 2 VIP Passes
🧾 Custom Sponsorships
We are happy to create custom packages to suit your business goals, such as:
- Kids’ Zone Sponsor
- Blueberry Marketplace Sponsor
- Volunteer T-Shirt Sponsor
- Petting Zoo or Ag-Demo Sponsor
Let us tailor something just for you!
📣 Marketing & Exposure
Your brand will be promoted across:
• Social Media Campaigns (60+ scheduled posts & stories)
• Email Newsletters to 10,000+ regional subscribers
• Local Newspapers and Radio Stations • Event Signage & Printed Programs
• Website and Vendor Map Listings
Request Sponsorship Opportunities
Your request will be reviewed within 24 hours.
Community Markets & Events LLC
Cheryl Taylor, Event Planner and Market Manager
Call or Text: 727-365-6411
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