Harambee Kingston NY

 FESTIVALS & EVENTS

VENDOR INFORMATION

What You Need To Know About

Vending At Harambee Kingston NY Festivals and Events



Thank You for Vending with Us!

We’re thrilled that you’ve chosen to be part of the vibrant festivals produced by Harambee Kingston NY, Inc. and sponsors.


Harambee Kingston is dedicated to honoring, preserving, and uplifting African American culture, local artists and small businesses in Kingston, New York.


Celebrating Culture. Creativity. Community

Our free community festivals are more than just gatherings,  they’re joyful celebrations of culture, connection, and community.


Each event offers a platform for local food and craft vendors to showcase their talents, share their heritage, and grow their small businesses.

It’s all about community supporting community.


Our free community festivals are more than just gatherings, they’re celebrations of culture, creativity, community and connection. These events provide a platform for local food and craft vendors to shine, showcase their talents, and grow their small businesses. It’s all about community supporting community!


Everyone Is Welcome

Our festivals are inclusive, family-friendly spaces where all are invited to celebrate, learn, and connect.


Your Support Makes a Difference

Every smile, every dance, and every moment you share with us helps sustain Harambee’s mission. Funds raised through vending and event participation allow us to offer free programs, youth activities, and cultural events that benefit the entire Kingston community. Your presence and contributions keep the spirit of Harambee alive,  unity, pride, and shared purpose.


Thank you for your support and participation. The funds raised through vending at our events help us offer free programs and activities that benefit the entire Kingston community. Your support also helps with stewardship and programs at the Pine Street African Burial Ground.   


Our festivals and events are inclusive, welcoming spaces where everyone feels welcomed.


There’s always a place for you at Harambee!  Ase!


- Harambee Kingston NY Team


Harambee Kingston NY Inc. is a non-profit organization in Kingston, NY.


Harambee Kinston NY is also the steward of the historic Pine Street African Burial Ground, the oldest one in NYS.


Harambee Kingston NY, Inc.

157 Pine Street -  Pine Street African Burial Ground

231 Clinton, Ave. - African Cultural Center

Kingston, NY.

 

info@harambeekingstonny.org



 



Upcoming Harambee Kingston NY Events 2026

8th Annual African American Festival

Saturday, August 8th, 2026

12pm - 7pm

Kingston Point Beach . Kingston, NY

Free . Outdoor


Vendor Application and Payment due: Monday, August 3rd, 2026


Vendor Fees:

  • General Booth: $125.
  • Food Truck: $250.
  • Food Booth: $200.
  • Information Booth: $25. (Refundable reservation fee required) 


Please fill out the Vendor Application and use of the Payment Options below.



Vendor Payment Options:


  • Check or Money Order Payment :  Harambee Kingston, NY. Mail or deliver to Harambee Kingston: 157 Pine Street, Kingston, NY 12401


  • Cash Payment with Vendor Application: Mail or Deliver to Harambee or Vendor Coordinators


Please contact our Vendor Coordinators if you have any questions or need assistance: sidneydethomas@yahoo.com and Micropris613@gmail.com


List of Suggested Vendor Options


  • Drums and Musical Instruments
  • Women's Hair Care Products
  • Health and Wellness Product
  • Musical Instruments, Drums
  • Yard Sale - Flea Market
  • New and Slightly Used Clean Clothes and Apparel
  • Home and Garden Goods
  • Plants, Herbs, Vegetables
  • Lotions and Salves
  • Organic Food and Ingredients
  • Art Prints, Paintings, and Handmade Crafts
  • Books, Music Games and Toys
  • Children's Face Painting
  • Henna Hand Painting
  • Chair Shoulder Massage
  • Crystals, Stones and Beads
  • Organic Jelly, Jams, Preserves
  • Organic Gluten Free Bread a
  • Organic Vegetables
  • Jewelry (low to mid-range price)
  • Packaged Vegan and Vegetarian Food
  • Organic, Vegan Gluten Free Baked Goods
  • Hats, Caps and Hand Bags
  • Photobooth
  • Portrait Drawing
  • Smoothies / Juice Bar / Ice Cones
  • Food Truck and Booths / Vegan / Vegetarian





Harambee Kingston NY

Vendor FAQs

Got a question?  We’re here to help.

  • What are the Required Documentation to Vend at Harambee events and festival

    Indoor events produced by Harambee only require that Vendors fill out Vendor Application with the Payment Amount.


    When events are outdoors, where food is sold the City of Kingston has requirments for Vending at public events. The Vendor Application form provides moe information about requirements.

  • How much Booth Space does Harambee provide

    Generally Vendor Booth space allocation for outdoor events is 10x10.  Food Trucks is 10x20 . Please indicate your the type  of Vending on the Vendor Application.


    Some of Harambee events are located indoors and provides space for Vendor Tables and Chairs only.

  • Do I need to bring my own Tables and Chairs?

    Yes, all Vendors must provide their own Tables and Chairs at Harambee Kingston NY events and booths. Indoor events do not include Booths or Tents.

  • Will Vendors have designated Parking and Early Load-In location

    Yes, each event will have secheduled load-in times and designation parking.  Load-In and Booth Set Up must be set 1hr prior to event time. 


    Load-In Time will be provided for each event and upon recieiving Vendor Application and Registration Fee payment.

  • Will the event location have electricity available for Vendors?

    No, Harambee Kingston NY can not provide or confirm that Vendors can use eletricity at outdoor public events.  Vendors must provide their own generator, extention cords with surge protector if needed.


    Electricty may be available at indoor venues, but can not be gaurenteed. 

  • What type of Payment Methods do you accept?

    Payment methods for Food and Craft Vendors can be paid by Check, Money Order or by Harambee Kingston NY Secure Pay Pal (Donate Button)Application and Payment must be done 2 weeks prior to the event date to insure your participation. 


    Information Only Vendors must also complete Vendor Application, but does not have to pay for the Booth Space.


    Check or Money Order Payment should be made to:   Harambee Kingston NY


    Mail to: 

    Harambee Kingston, 157 Pine Street Kingston, NY 12401

  • Event Closing Requirements

    All Vendors and Food Trucks are responsible for their area clean up, trash and recycling disposal.  A designated area will be provided for trash disposal, recyclables and food waste.  

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