THE SPRUCE MEADOWS MISSION:
To create a premium experience with an excellent festive atmosphere. Visitors will discover the fusion of modern crafts in a traditional, walkable, European atmosphere. In 2023, the Spruce Meadows International Christmas Market will offer several new initiatives that will expand our guest experience which will continue to ensure the market is a must-see Christmas tradition.
EXHIBIT FAQ AND SELECTION CRITERIA
When do applications open?
- Applications for all events open March 15 and close April 30, 2023.
- Applications received after April 30 will be automatically placed on the waitlist and will be notified should a space become available.
When will I know if I've been accepted?
- Applicants will be notified by email beginning the week of April 30, 2023. All vendors will be notified by May 15, 2023.
How do you select vendors?
- Acceptance into the market is decided by several factors listed below. When completing your application, this is your time to shine! Please take the time to provide us with all relevant details about your business and what items you will be selling, as well as quality images.
- The information you provide will be used in the jurying process. All products to be offered for sale must be listed on the application form and any additional requests will be subject to the Spruce Meadows Exhibits Team approval.
How do you select entertainers?
- The market Entertainment will be once again curated for 2023. For those interested, please email exhibit.programs@sprucemeadows.com
SPRUCE MEADOWS SELECTION CRITERIA
Excellence
The product and booth display are thoughtfully designed and created. All items are completed in a professional and consistent manner. Please ensure the photos submitted in the application show off your work in the best way possible.
Local
Products are locally made or locally designed. We believe that local small businesses are the heart and soul of Alberta. We want to support makers from our city, province, and country.
Returning Vendors & Multi Event Vendors
Support by participating in previous exhibit programs at Spruce Meadows or have committed to exhibit at a minimum of two Spruce Meadows events in 2023.
Originality
The product stands out from the crowd! The work is unique and innovative and adds value to our market. Acceptance into the market is decided by ensuring there is no saturation in any one category and that all offerings are unique.
EVENT DATES & TIMES
Dates:
- Friday, November 17–Sunday, November 19, 2023
- Friday, November 24–Sunday, November 26, 2023
- Friday, December 1–Sunday, December 3, 2023
Hours:
- 12:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. (Friday)
- 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. (Saturday)
- 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (Sunday)
- Tickets on sale to the public: October 16, 2023
OUTDOOR HOECKER TENTS
Fully Enclosed and heated hexagonal structure located in the outdoor courtyard and Founders Plaza.
- 700 sq ft.
- Two Skirted 2' x 8' Table and 4 chairs
- 1,000 watt, 110 VAC Outlet
- 3' x 3' Sign
- 5 vendor passes, 3 parking passes
$5,950.00*
20'x15' DRAPED BOOTH | EQUI-PLEX COUNTRY BOOTHS
Fully Enclosed and heated structure.
- Skirted 2' x 8' Table and 2 chairs
- 1,000 watt, 110 VAC Outlet
- 8' x 1' Sign
- 4 vendor passes, 2 parking passes
$4,500.00*
10'x15' DRAPED BOOTHS
Fully Enclosed and heated structure.
- Skirted 2' x 8' Table and 2 chairs
- 1,000 watt, 110 VAC Outlet
- 8' x 1' Sign
- 2 vendor passes, 2 parking passes
Riding Hall | $3,450.00*
Twin Peaks, Horizons & Founders Pavilions | $2,600.00*
10'x10' DRAPED BOOTHS
Fully Enclosed and heated structure.
- Skirted 2' x 8' Table and 2 chairs
- 1,000 watt, 110 VAC Outlet
- 8' x 1' Sign
- 2 vendor passes, 2 parking passes
Riding Hall | $2,300.00*
Twin Peaks, Horizons & Founders Pavilions | $2,000.00*
10'x10' CANOPY DRAPED BOOTHS
Fully Enclosed and heated structure.
- Skirted 2' x 8' Table and 2 chairs
- 1,000 watt, 110 VAC Outlet
- 8' x 1' Sign
- 2 vendor passes, 2 parking passes
Equi-Plex | $2,500.00*
Riding Hall | $2,200.00*
10'x5' DRAPED BOOTH
Fully Enclosed and heated structure.
- Skirted 2' x 8' Table and 2 chairs
- 1,000 watt, 110 VAC Outlet
- 8' x 1' Sign
- 2 vendor passes, 2 parking passes
Riding Hall | $1,150.00*
10'x10' BOX STALL BOOTHS
Fully Enclosed and heated structure.
- Skirted 2' x 8' Table and 2 chairs
- 1,000 watt, 110 VAC Outlet
- 8' x 1' Sign
- 2 vendor passes, 2 parking passes
Candy Cane Lane (2 weekends) | $1,300.00*
Candy Cane Lane (1 weekend) | $800.00*
CORNER BOOTHS | Additional $300.00 for all weekends
ADDITIONAL VENDOR PASSES | $45/PASS
ADDITIONAL PARKING PASSES | $45/PASS
*All booth prices are subject to 5% G.S.T. and $90 Service Charges. Please be aware that venue exhibit and booth layouts may change without notice and booth preference cannot be guaranteed. Spruce Meadows Management reserves the right to change, without notice, the floor layout as registrations, building code, and aesthetics dictate.
