VENDING AT

Harambee Kingston NY

FESTIVALS & Events

Thank you for choosing to be a part of the Festivals produced by Harambee Kingston, NY, Inc. We are a non-profit organization that honors and celebrates African American Culture in Kingston, NY.

Harambee Kingston NY's free community festivals and events create an opportunity for local food and craft vendors to showcase their products to festival attendees, while supporting the growth of small businesses and promoting service providers within the community.

The funds raised from our festivals and events support free programs and activities for the Kingston community. Harambee Kingston NY events are inclusive and open to all. Everyone is always welcome! Ase!

- Harambee Kingston NY Team

What You Need To Know About Vending At Harambee Kingston NY Events

Harambee Kingston NY will provide the following:

10x10 Tent / Booth / Food Truck Location (Location is based of type of vending and date of Vendor Application)
Priority Load In and Parking Location

Vendors must provide your own :

Tent / Booth / Food Truck
Tables
Chairs
Electricity / Generator (if needed)
Food Vendors must have Ulster County Health Department Vendor Permit

Vendor Application and Payment

All Vendors Download and return City Of Kingston Vendor Application
Vendor Fee can be paid by Check Credit - Debt via PayPal
Informational Only Booth must also complete and return the City Of Kingston Vendor Application. Vendor Payment is not required.

Upcoming Harambee Kingston NY Events 2024

5th Annual

AFRICAN AMERICAN FESTIVAL

Saturday, August 24th, 2024

Harambee Kingston NY - African American Festival & Parade

Event Time: 12pm - 7pm

Location: The Kingston Strand Waterfront - Kingston, NY

Venue: Outdoors

FOOD Vendor : $150.00

CRAFT Vendor: $125.00

Information Only: Free

Vendor Application with Payment Due: August 9th, 2004

Contact: tywilson35@gmail.com

Event Vendor Requirements

The City of Kingston has specific criteria for vendors participating in public events. Please ensure that your application is fully completed with all necessary information, including the Department of Health permit and other mandatory credentials as outlined on the Vendor Information: FAQs

Download City Of Kingston Vendor Application below - or pick up Application and Return with Payment to Harambee at 157 Pine St. Kingston, NY.

Vendor Application and Payment

All Vendors must Download and return City Of Kingston Vendor Application to return to Harambee Kingston NY by email or mail.
Vendor Fee can be paid by Check , Credit - Debit Card via PayPal (or)
Check / Money Order Payable to: HARAMBEE KINGSTON NY with the completed City Of Kingston Vendor Application (Food and Craft Vendors only)
Informational Only Booth must also return the City Of Kingston Vendor Application (No Vendor Fee Required)

Mail or Drop Off to:

Harambee Kingston NY

157 Pine St. Kingston , NY 12401

Download City Of Kingston Vendor Application

Click DONATE Button for Credit Card / Debt Payment (Food & Craft Vendors Only)

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

The City of Kingston has requirments for Vending at public events. Event Vendor Applican provides this information on the form. City Of Kingston Vendor Application
How much Booth Space does Harambee provide

Vendor Booth space allocation is must be no larger than 10x10. Food Trucks are permitted, please indicate in your appication.
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.
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 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.
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 Harambee Kingston NY Secure Pay Pal (Donate Button) 2 weeks prior to the event date to insure your participation.

Information Only Vendors must also complete the City of Kingston Event 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 area clean up, trash and recycling. A designated area will be provided for trash disposal, recyclables and food waste.