Ymi Cultural Center Inc

This option is for vendors who only need a table over the three days who are NOT selling any items.  Giveaways are encouraged, but are not necessary.

Non-Profit/Community Org/ Business Not Selling Anything

This option is for vendors who are NOT selling food.  Examples of vendors who fall in this category include those selling clothing, art, books, greek paraphernalia, body oils, soaps, and fragrance products.

Merchandise Vendors

This option is for those who might be selling food items that are packaged and do NOT require on-site cooking.  Because of licensing there is a $150 cleaning and waste fee attached to this option.  Examples of this option might be packaged food options

Food Tent that does NOT include Cooking On-Site

This option is for those who are selling food that they will be cooking on site.  Other rules related to sanitation will apply. The fee includes $150 cleaning fee because of sanitation.

Food Tent that includes Cooking On-Site

This option is for those who have a mobile cooking space, better known as a food truck who will be vending from their trucks.  This option includes $150 cleaning fee because of sanitation.

Food Truck

Should you need power, please add this to your cart!

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Do you need additional spaces for your vending.  Choose up to 2 additional for $650 after paying for your space.  If you are a non-profit ($250 price point) please do not use this form.

Additional 10x10 Space

need space to spread out, consider adding an additional space or spaces up to 1 additional space. A limited number of these spaces exist.

Additional 10 x 10 - Non-Profit Category

🎉 Excitement is in the air! Get ready to be part of something extraordinary at YMI Cultural Center Inc&#39;s annual Goombay Festival. It&#39;s a festival like no other, and we want you to become a vendor at this historic event!! 🎉 🎉 Every registration to this campaign will bring us closer to achieving our mission. Together, we can create a brighter, more compassionate world for all. Thank you for supporting our annual festival, your support is invaluable.

Thank you for registering to join us as a vendor for Goombay Festival 2025, taking place September 5&ndash;7 in the heart of downtown Asheville. We&rsquo;re thrilled to welcome you to this vibrant celebration of Afro-diasporic culture, heritage, and community. Your participation helps bring this beloved tradition to life! Please note: Your registration is not yet complete. To ensure a smooth and successful event for all, there will be required vendor meetings to review event logistics, compliance guidelines, and final paperwork. These meetings will be held on or before August 22, 2025. More details&mdash;including meeting dates and required documentation&mdash;will be shared in the coming weeks. We&rsquo;re committed to making this year&rsquo;s festival an incredible experience for vendors and guests alike, and your presence is a key part of that. If you have questions before then, feel free to reach out to us at [your contact email or phone number].Thank you again for being part of Goombay 2025&mdash;we look forward to celebrating with you! Warmly,The YMI Cultural Center Goombay Team

🎉 Excitement is in the air! Get ready to be part of something extraordinary at YMI Cultural Center Inc's annual Goombay Festival. It's a festival like no other, and we want you to become a vendor at this historic event!! 🎉 🎉 Every registration to this campaign will bring us closer to achieving our mission. Together, we can create a brighter, more compassionate world for all. Thank you for supporting our annual festival, your support is invaluable.