Craft Show

Bucyrus is widely recognized as the “Bratwurst Capital of America”. The Bratwurst Festival was first celebrated in the summer of 1967. Today, it is estimated that over 100,000 people travel from far and wide to the annual event, consuming tons of fire-roasted bratwurst recipes. Our “Brats” were perfected by local butchers whose families emigrated here from Germany. Festivities include the crowning of Bratwurst Royalty, daily parades, eating contests, and a stein auction. We round out the festivities with continuous free entertainment, craft and art show, rides, games, beer gardens, and most of all- our friendship and hospitality.
This year, the craft area will be in the City Hall North Parking Lot and City Hall Patio. We are offering 1-, 2-, and 3-day spaces. Those choosing to participate all three days will be given higher traffic spaces. This year for vendors who opt to donate an item for our auction we’re offering a prize for the item that receives the highest bid. There is limited availability on placement of spaces requiring electricity.
While you are free to purchase your insurance wherever you like, we have found an option for approximately $49 that will meet our specifications. Visit https://app.actinsurance.com/events/5371 or ask the Craft Show Chairperson for additional information.
If you have any questions about the craft show, please contact Chairperson C. Aaron Sharrock at 419-569-8439 or by email at crafts.bratwurstfestival@gmail.com We look forward to seeing you at the 2024 Bucyrus Bratwurst Festival!

Requirements:

1. Decisions made by the Craft Show Chair and Festival Director are final.
2. Single day spaces are $25.00 each. A three day space is $60.00 or $50.00 plus a donated auction item from your inventory. Electric is $10.00 daily. Kids Market entries please contact Craft Show Chair prior to submitting application.
3. Exhibitor must provide their own tent made of flame-retardant material. Tent must be properly weighed down. Exhibitors will provide their own tables and chairs. Lighting, extension cords, handling material, hardware, and all other items necessary to display are the responsibility of the exhibitor.
4. Exhibitor must have a fire extinguisher, 5lb. minimum. This is state law and will be inspected by the Bucyrus Fire Department.
5. Exhibitor must have a valid Ohio vendor’s license in their possession. This is State Law, and no exceptions can be made. All exhibitors are responsible to collect Ohio Sales Tax per the Ohio Revised Code.
6. Exhibitor must provide a Certificate of Insurance in the amount of $1,000,000 and list the Certificate Holder as Bratwurst Festival, Inc., 330 S. Sandusky Ave., Bucyrus, Ohio 44820.
7. Exhibitor must provide their own electric cord (UL Listed) that will connect directly to our panel. NO PIGGYBACKING is permitted.
8. Setup must be complete prior to 10:30 each morning. Exhibitors may not dismantle their display until after 9:00pm daily. No vehicles will be permitted in the craft show area at any time. Exhibitors will receive ONE parking pass to the lot adjacent to City Hall. Craft vendors may not move any barricades that are placed for spectator and participant safety.
9. Booth space is allocated only to exhibitor who signs this contract. Booth space may not be subleased to anyone for any reason. Only one exhibitor may occupy a booth space.
10. This is a juried show. All work MUST BE ORIGINAL AND HOME MADE. Repurposed items and photography are allowed. NO WEAPONS OF ANY KIND will be permitted to be possessed, displayed, or sold. Craft media may be restricted at the discretion of Bratwurst Festival, Inc.
11. Bratwurst Festival, Inc. assumes photographic rights for publicity purposes.
12. All craft exhibitors are required to wear modest, weather appropriate clothing.
13. No pets are permitted in the festival area, including craft exhibitor areas.
14. Tables must be draped. All non-display items should be stored under the table to avoid clutter.
15. The Bratwurst Festival and the Bratwurst Festival Craft Show are held for the enjoyment of the community and are family friendly. Please be respectful in all ways.
16. Security will be roaming the entire festival grounds after hours. Obviously, they cannot be at every location at all times. Bratwurst Festival, Inc. is not responsible for lost or stolen items, and suggests securing valuables overnight to avoid theft.
17. Reservation deadline is July 1, 2024. Exhibitors wishing to register after the deadline will still be accepted based upon space availability and a $25 late fee. Returning exhibitors forfeit their previous year’s space if contract and all required documentation are not received prior to the registration deadline. Reservations are non-refundable. Confirmation will be emailed to all applicants with your space number(s) and other important information.

If you have any questions about the craft show, please contact Chairperson C. Aaron Sharrock at 419-569-8439 or by email at crafts.bratwurstfestival@gmail.com We look forward to seeing you at the 2024 Bucyrus Bratwurst Festival!

Chairperson C. Aaron Sharrock at 419-569-8439
or by email at crafts.bratwurstfestival@gmail.com