FOOD FOR TODAY

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FOOD FOR TODAY

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Basement Festivities Vendor Partners

300 Carpenter Blvd

Carpentersville, IL 60110, USA


Food Vendors (Early Bird)
$350
Available until Jun 30

Food Vendor Registration – On-Site Cooking & Food Truck Vendors


Designed for food vendors preparing or serving food fresh on-site, this vendor package includes one designated 10x10 vendor space with the option to request an extended area for grills, smokers, fryers, trailers, or additional large cooking equipment based on operational needs and event approval.


Food vendors will receive:

  • One 10x10 vendor space
  • Optional extension space for approved cooking equipment
  • Vendor recognition on event social media platforms
  • Event-day acknowledgment and featured placement opportunities
  • Access to a high-traffic community festival audience
  • Opportunity to engage directly with attendees throughout the full-day experience


We’re seeking vendors who bring quality food, professionalism, great energy, and community-centered service to help create an unforgettable festival atmosphere.

Retail Vendor (Early Bird)
$150
Available until Jun 30

Retail Vendor Registration – Merchandise, Treats & Specialty Goods


This vendor package is ideal for retail businesses, artisan brands, prepackaged food sellers, dessert vendors, boutiques, beauty brands, creators, and specialty businesses selling products during the event. This category also includes food vendors not preparing food on-site, such as bakers or businesses selling packaged treats, beverages, snacks, or premade items.


Retail vendors will receive:

  • One designated vendor space
  • Opportunity to sell products directly to festival attendees
  • Social media recognition leading up to the event
  • Event-day visibility within the festival marketplace
  • Exposure to families, community members, and supporters from across the region

We encourage vendors to create an engaging and visually appealing booth experience that showcases the spirit of your brand to the community with creativity, and celebration.

Nonprofit & Community Organization
Pay what you can

Nonprofit & Community Organization Registration


This opportunity is designed for nonprofit organizations, community groups, outreach programs, and service-based organizations looking to connect with attendees, share resources, increase awareness, and engage the community in meaningful ways.


Nonprofit participants may:

  • Pay the reduced nonprofit vendor fee

OR

  • Provide a complimentary community-centered activation, giveaway, resource, or interactive experience in place of the fee upon approval by the event team

Nonprofit vendors will receive:

  • One designated community partner space
  • Opportunity to engage directly with families and attendees
  • Visibility as a community impact partner
  • Recognition throughout the event experience
  • Opportunity to distribute resources, information, and promotional materials


We welcome organizations committed to wellness, education, youth development, advocacy, culture, health, and community empowerment.

Fitness & Wellness Vendor
$50

Fitness & Wellness Vendor Registration – Classes, Experiences & Wellness Services


This vendor opportunity is designed for fitness professionals, wellness brands, gyms, instructors, health practitioners, recovery specialists, and organizations focused on promoting physical, mental, and holistic wellness within the community.


Participants may offer:

  • Free fitness or movement classes
  • Wellness demonstrations or activations
  • Health screenings or educational resources
  • Interactive experiences centered around self-care and healthy living
  • Wellness products and services


Fitness & wellness vendors will receive:

  • One designated vendor or activation space
  • Opportunity to lead complimentary classes or wellness sessions during the event
  • Social media recognition as a wellness partner
  • Event-day highlighting and engagement opportunities
  • Direct interaction with attendees seeking health, wellness, and lifestyle resources
  • Complimentary Basement Festivities T-Shirt


We encourage vendors to create energizing, inclusive, and community-centered experiences that inspire attendees to move, learn, connect, and prioritize their well-being.


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