Complete an application. 

What types of vendors are you looking for?
We’re looking for vendors that fit the theme of cosplay, holidays, and pop culture. This includes holiday-themed merchandise, anime and comic collectibles, festive artwork, and holiday gifts related to fandoms and pop culture. We promote this event as “the best shopping in the universe for geeks and nerds!”

What are retailer booth sizes and costs? 

Retailer booths are 8’x10′ with an 8′ table. Two chairs provided. Extra chairs and table can be provided for free (let us know during move-in). Retailer corner is $375 per booth, and retailer interior is $325 per booth (plus tax and processing). There is a $25 multi-booth discount.

What are artist booth sizes and costs?

Artist booths are 8’x7′ with a 6′ table. Two chairs provided. Extra chairs and table can be provided for free (let us know during move-in). Artist corner is $275 per booth, and artist interior is $225 per booth (plus tax and processing). There is a $25 multi-booth discount.

What happens after I submit my application?

We will confirm that we’ve received your application as well as let you know if you’re accepted/not accepted. And if accepted, you’ll receive a link that will take you to the Con Map where you can choose your booth location, register, and pay all at once — and you’ll be set! Once registered/paid, you are sent a link to create your profile — which includes photos, videos, social media links, and more — that is located on the Con Map. 

Can I share a booth with another vendor?
Booth sharing with 2 vendors are permitted. Please include the names of both vendors in the application. 

How are booth locations determined?

You select your booth location from what’s available on the Con Map.

Do you accept food vendors?

Yes, we accept a limited number of food vendors that range from desserts and candies to snacks and treats.

Do you need food trucks?

Yes, we need 3 food truck vendors on Saturday, and 2 food trucks on Sunday. The cost for a Saturday food truck is $300, and for Sunday is $200 (plus tax and processing). Applications become available at the same time as other vendor booths.

When can I load in and load out?
Move-in and Move-out is easy at the St. Petersburg Coliseum. Schedule is: Move-in is Friday 9am-4:30pm, and Saturday 8am-9:30pm. Move-out is Sunday 5pm-7pm.

How much is parking?
Parking is free, and there is easy access for loading in and out.

Do vendors have access to Wi-Fi?
Complimentary Wi-Fi will be provided to vendors, though bringing a backup hotspot is recommended due to high traffic during the event.

What is your refund policy?

We do not offer refunds for booth cancellations. However, if a vendor cancels within 60 days of the event and we are able to fill the booth, we may provide a 100% rollover credit to be used at a future event, minus a $100 restocking fee. If we are unable to fill the canceled booth, no credit will be offered. And not showing up without notifying us results in no credit as well as not being allowed to participate in our events in the future. We’re strict about no refunds as well as flexible in offering credits in some circumstances. This policy allows us to manage event logistics while offering flexibility to vendors as possible.

What safety measures are in place for vendors?
Safety for vendors and attendees is the top priority. In addition to our attendee policies related to harassment, the event also employs one St. Petersburg Police Department law enforcement official as well as the St. Petersburg Fire Marshal.

Do you ever cancel or reschedule events?

The event is rain or shine. We will never cancel an event, rather, if needed, we would reschedule the event- which is the industry standard, keeping in mind reschedulings are rare among fan conventions. In addition, rescheduling decisions are up to the venue, which is the St. Petersburg Coliseum.

Do you promote your vendors?

Yes, we promote our vendors is a few ways. First, each vendor has an online profile as part of our Con Map. In your profile, you can add photos and videos of your merch and art as well as include social media, websites, and more. Second, we provide template graphics for you to personalize and share on social media- make sure to tag us and we’ll share! Third, we promote our vendors as part of a shopping guide, which organizes the shopping experience for attendees.

How do vendors contact you?

For any additional questions, please reach out to Dewey Caruthers, who is the con organizer, via email:  Dewey@FloridaComicCons.com.