Vendor Interest
We continue to see strong interest from vendors for the Carolina BalloonFest 2026 event, which speaks to the excitement and momentum surrounding the festival year after year. Vendor applications for 2026 will officially open in the spring, giving businesses time to plan and prepare for another incredible weekend. If you’re interested in being part of the Carolina BalloonFest experience, stay tuned — more details and next steps will be shared as we get closer to opening applications.
Eat Street Vendor
Application is closed for 2025. Please check back for more information regarding 2026 vendor applications.
Wine Garden Vendors
Application is closed for 2025. Please check back for more information regarding 2026 vendor applications.
Marketplace Vendors
Application is closed for 2025. Please check back for more information regarding 2026 vendor applications.
Marketplace Vendor – Corporations and businesses looking to showcase their products and services
$650 for 10x10 spot
Marketplace:
Resellers | Businesses | Sponsors
Artisan Village Vendors
Application is closed for 2025. Please check back for more information regarding 2026 vendor applications.
Artisan Village – Upscale artworks & handcrafts by regional artists. All crafts/artwork must be handcrafted by the original artist for acceptance in the Artisan Village. No manufactured, mass production crafts or kits are accepted in the Artisan Village.
$350 for 10x10 spot
Artisan Village
Quality Products | Handcrafted