A stylized African mask is centered above bold text announcing "VENDORS for ASHEVILLE GOOMBAY FESTIVAL" with closing dates and the year 2026, all set against a dark background with colorful geometric shapes and palm fronds.

Ymi Cultural Center Inc

LXCL: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

LXCL: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

LXCL: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

LXCL: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

LXCL: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

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

Power Ad On

LXCL: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

LXCL: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

Tents

🎉 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 - ensuring preservation efforts, cultural opportunities, and social interaction to our community! Thank you for supporting our annual festival, your support is invaluable.

Thank you for registering to join us as a vendor for Goombay Festival 2026, taking place September 12-13 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 September 7, 2026. 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 <a fr-original-style="" href="mailto:info@ymiculturalcenter.org" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">info@ymiculturalcenter.org</a> and 828.617.9001 Thank you again for being part of Goombay 2026&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 - ensuring preservation efforts, cultural opportunities, and social interaction to our community! Thank you for supporting our annual festival, your support is invaluable.

Ymi Cultural Center Inc

Goombay Registration for Vendors & Tables 2026

80 Court Plaza

Non-Profit/Community Org/ Business Not Selling Anything

$250

Merchandise Vendors

$500

Power Ad On

$100

Additional 10x10 Space

$400

Additional 10 x 10 - Non-Profit Category

$200

Tents

$100

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