The last Saturday in April brings music, fine arts, arts and crafts, food, children's activities and lots of fun and excitement to beautiful Kiesel Park, nestled in Auburn, Alabama. If you would like to participate in Auburn CityFest as a vendor please complete the appropriate application below. For more information on the event, please visit the Auburn CityFest website: HERE
Vendors will be automatically added to a wait list before being accepted. Accepted vendors will be moved off of the wait list and all fees will be applied to your account. You will have 48 hours to pay your vendor fees. Vendor fees not paid within 48 hours will result in a canceled application.
A photograph of a sample of products being sold must be emailed to Sara Custer at scuster@auburnal.gov or mailed to/dropped off at the Harris Center (425 Perry Street, Auburn, AL, 36830) in order for your application to be accepted. You must resubmit photos even if they have been submitted in the past. Photos will not be returned.
Registration opens November 5, 2025
Application Deadlines
Food Vendors-Friday, April 1, 2026
Non-Profit Vendors-Friday, April 1, 2026
Arts & Crafts Vendors-Friday, April 1, 2026
Festival Schedule
Friday, April 24, 2026
Vendors are encouraged to set-up on Friday, April 24, 2026 from Noon-6 p.m. Overnight security will be provided: however, we will assume no responsibility for theft or damage. No vendor is be allowed to set up prior to noon on Friday.
Saturday, April 25, 2026
Vendors may also set up on Saturday, April 25, 2026 beginning at 6 a.m. No one will be allowed to enter the park prior to 6 a.m. on Saturday. Set up must be completed by 8 a.m. and all vehicles must be moved to the parking area. If you have an accessible hang tag, or are in need of assistance returning to your booth, please alert festival staff. If you are late to the park, you will not be allowed in the park and there will be no refunds. Break down must not begin until 4 p.m. This will be strictly enforced.
Sponsorship Opportunities:
Community Sponsor - $5,000 (Exclusive)
As our exclusive Community Sponsor, your organization would enjoy unparalleled visibility and engagement, including:
- Premier 24 x 24 booth space at Auburn CityFest, complete with a tent, tables, chairs, and 6 lunches.
- Largest logo placement on event materials, including posters, t-shirts, the website, OA News and Parent Magazine ads, and sponsor banners.
- Recognition on Auburn Parks and Recreation’s social media channels.
- Featured placement in the television commercial, with your company name mentioned in both TV and radio ads as the Community Sponsor: “Auburn CityFest, sponsored by Your businesses name and Auburn Parks and Recreation.”
- Prominent logo display on four electronic billboards for three weeks leading up to the event.
- Live mentions during radio interviews on six stations promoting CityFest.
- Six official festival t-shirts as a token of our appreciation.
Official Sponsor - $1,000
The Official Sponsorship offers excellent promotional opportunities:
- Sponsor booth space onsite at Auburn CityFest.
- Your logo featured on the event t-shirt.
- Your business name mentioned in radio ads.
- Your logo included in the TV commercial.
- Four official CityFest t-shirts.
- Your logo listed in the OA News ad and on signage at CityFest thanking sponsors.
- Your logo included on the CityFest poster and website.
Patron Sponsor - $500
The Patron Sponsorship provides an entry-level option for supporting the event:
- Your name listed at the bottom of the CityFest poster.
- Your name listed at the bottom of the OA News ad.
- Two official CityFest t-shirts.
- Your name listed on signage at CityFest thanking sponsors.
- Your name listed on the CityFest website.
Contact
Sara Custer
scuster@auburnal.gov
334-501-2947