What is the application process?

Applicants must complete the official application form and submit it along with the $25 non-refundable application fee. Applications will be reviewed by a jury. Accepted artists will receive a notification via email, along with instructions to complete payment of booth fees and secure their space.

What is the refund and cancellation policy?

Exhibitors must notify BHNA in writing as soon as possible if they are unable to attend. Fees are non-refundable and non-transferrable in ANY CASE unless BHNA cancels the event and reschedules the event date.

Compliance and Liability

Exhibitors are responsible for complying with all local, state, and federal regulations related to their products (e.g., food permits, sales tax collection). Exhibitors are encouraged to carry liability insurance to protect their business and products during the event. BHNA & it’s venue partners are not liable for any loss, theft, damage, or injury incurred before, during or after the event. By participating, exhibitors agree to hold BHNA & partnering venues harmless from any claims arising from their participation.

What payments & fees are associated?

Application Fee: $25 (non-refundable)

Booth Fee: $100 for a 10'x10' space

Electricity: Limited access available for purchase in designated areas.

All booth fees must be paid in full upon acceptance. Failure to pay by the deadline may result in forfeiture of your spot.

What are the exhibitor requirements?

All exhibitors must be approved before participating.

Set up must be complete before the event starts.

Booths must remain intact until the end of the market. Early teardown is prohibited and may impact future acceptance.

Do artists keep all their sales?

Artists retain 100% of their sales and are responsible for collecting and reporting state and local sales tax.

All vendors selling any items the appropriate Denver sales tax must be paid.

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Existing brick and mortar businesses in the City and County of Denver will report event-related sales. Non-local or pop-up vendors must register for a Special Event Sales Tax License and file their sales tax return online. Click here for more information.

Any questions regarding Denver City Taxes may be directed to 720-913-9446.

Booth Placement & Guidelines

• Booth placement is at the sole discretion of BHNA to optimize the layout and flow of the market. Exhibitors must:

• Fit within their assigned space.

• Not expand into walkways or neighboring booths.

• Provide their own setup (tables, tents, tent weights (40 lbs. per leg, etc.).

• Placement may change prior to the event to ensure best aesthetics and operations.

How are artists selected?

Submissions are reviewed in a blind jury process, where jurors do not know the identity of the artist.

Artwork must be original, artist-made, well-conceived, and expertly executed. Selection is based solely on merit. A balance of style, quality, and creativity is key. No quotas are used.

Top-rated applicants receive invitations; others may be placed on a waitlist. All jury decisions are final.

How will BHNA promote the event?

BHNA may use exhibitor-submitted photos, business descriptions, and logos in promotions including:

• Social media

• Website

• Email newsletters

Exhibitors are strongly encouraged to promote their participation to help increase event visibility and foot traffic.