# What to bring to a craft fair as a vendor.

Bring your shelter and weights, tables and cloths, display pieces, stock and spares, price signs, a way to take payments and make change, your permits and confirmation, packaging, cleaning and repair supplies, and water, food and sun or rain gear for yourself. Pack the night before from a checklist.

_Updated 2026-10-11._

## Structure and display.

- Tent or canopy, with weights or sandbags. Many events require them.
- Tables, chairs, tablecloths that reach the ground, and a stool or chair for you.
- Risers, shelves, hooks, stands and clips for your display.
- Banner and signs, including a price sign and an about sign.
- Extension cord and lights, if power is allowed.

## Stock, payments and packaging.

- More stock than you expect to sell, plus spares of your best sellers.
- A card reader, charged phone or tablet, and a backup plan if the signal drops.
- A cash box with small bills and coins for change.
- Bags, tissue, boxes and receipts or a way to send them.
- Business cards, flyers or a QR code that points to your page and email list sign-up.

## Documents.

- Your event confirmation, booth number and load-in instructions.
- Business license, sales tax permit and any food permit you need, in print or on your phone.
- Your certificate of insurance, if the event asked for one.
- Keep your licenses, permits and insurance certificates on file in one place.

## Tools and supplies.

- Tape, zip ties, scissors, a marker, a small toolkit and spare clips.
- Wipes, paper towels, trash bags and a broom or small brush.
- Pens and a notebook to record sales, questions and ideas.

## Look after yourself.

- Water, snacks, sunscreen, a hat or rain jacket, and layers.
- A helper for breaks. Bring a hand truck or wagon for load-in.

## Questions

**What do I need to sell at a craft fair?**

A tent or table as the event requires, stock, signs, a way to take payments, your license and permits, and basic supplies.

**Do I need weights for my tent?**

Many events require them for safety. Read the vendor rules and bring weights even if you have not been told, because wind picks up without warning.

**Should I bring cash?**

Yes. Bring small bills and coins for change, even if most customers pay by card.

**What should I do the night before an event?**

Pack from your checklist, charge devices, price your items, check the weather and confirm your load-in time and booth location.

## Related

- [Vendor event checklist](https://bzar.app/templates/vendor-event-checklist)
- [Vendor load-in and setup](https://bzar.app/guides/vendor-load-in-and-setup)
- [Craft fair display ideas](https://bzar.app/guides/craft-fair-booth-display-ideas)
- [How to take card payments at markets](https://bzar.app/guides/how-to-take-card-payments-at-markets)