Arts Alive! Vendor Application

You are invited to participate in Arts Alive! 2025 on Saturday, September 14, 2025 from 12 PM to 5 PM at the Hylton Performing Arts Center, 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas, VA 20110. This free family oriented festival normally receives 2,000+ visitors who would love to see your artwork or handcrafted items.

Tables and chairs will be available for use, display stands, hanging walls, etc. should be provided by the vendor. Self-supporting pop-up tents and canopies are allowed. WiFi connection is available. Set up time is 10:30 – 11:30 AM. Vendor Rules are attached.

Please complete the application form and return it by July 13, 2025, to indicate your interest in participating. Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis. The Arts Alive! Working Group will review all application forms, schedule performances and assign exhibit spaces. Your organization will receive a follow-up letter and contract from the Hylton Performing Arts Center with your assigned set up location. Set up time is 10:30-11:30 AM and break down may not begin before 5 PM.

Questions?
Contact Em Smith, Office Manager, Hylton Performing Arts Center:
Email: esmith68@gmu.edu
Phone: 703-993-1234

Exhibitor/Vendor Rules

Loading and Set Up
• Load in/load out times will be strictly enforced.
• The primary loading area is the circle in front of the main lobby doors. Unload and immediately move your vehicle to the parking lot behind the building.
• Keep exits and aisles clear at all times.
• Displays must be self supporting.

Parking
• No parking in the circle in front of the building or in the loading dock. Park in the regular parking lot or as directed by event staff.

Miscellaneous
• No weapons are allowed on the GMU campus.
• No balloons allowed.
• We are a non smoking venue. Smoking is allowed only on the smoking terrace.
• No pets or other animals allowed except assistance animals.