Fair and Festival Event Checklist

What to bring to your show

So you are getting ready to sell your crafts at a show? You'll need an event planning checklist to help you out. You are already going to be overwhelmed with creating your fabulous product. So you don't need to be stressed about reminding yourself to bring the right stuff. Here is a great checklist to start from! Just add anything specific for your product or show to your event checklist. Now you don't need to stress about forgetting things! Is this your first show? Get some additional advice and tips and check out Craft Show Organizing 101.

Indoor Event Checklist

Tables & tablecloths (often included in booth cost- be sure the check)
Display items and fabric for decor
Comfy shoes you can stand in all day (in between sitting in your comfy chair)
Aspirin
Tissue Paper
Camera, (take pictures of your booth or other booths that inspire you)
Chair and Chair cushion, something you are comfortable on all day.
Display items to hang necklaces, earrings, etc.
Hand mirror (if you are selling wearable items)
Cooler with beverages and snacks
Packaging (small boxes, tissue paper, bags)
Cash box for money, checks and credit card receipts (bring plenty of change!)
Receipt book
Adding machine w/ tape (include extra batteries and roll paper)
Pens
Guestbook, (great for visitors to write down what they like)
Credit card sale supplies (if you choose to do this)
Small stapler with staples
Business cards
Business card holder
Brochures or price list
Copy of business license
Radio & batteries (if allowed)
Portable hand cart (for carrying in supplies from car)
And last- STUFF TO SELL!

Outdoor Event Checklist (everything above plus this list)

Pop up 10x10 tent or canopy (if event is outside and not provided in cost of booth
Umbrella
Jacket, Gloves and a Hat
Tarp or large garbage bags,(to cover up your product if it's windy and rainy and the tent isn't working)li>
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Have a great Event!