Indian Traders Market
Gathering of Nations Powwow features the best in Native American Art, Craft, Jewelry, Fine Art, Clothing, Quilters, Epicurean Delights, Craft Suppliers & Traders, and much more. Vendors are from Tribes across the Americas. In addition to our artisans and crafters, the Gathering of Nations Traders Market includes Health & Wellness vendors, and Educational and Vocational vendors. It’s a shoppers delight! Vendors are located in the Creative Arts and Lujan Buildings on the Powwow Grounds.
Traders Market Vendor Booth Space Application NOW Available
PLEASE READ THE INFORMATION BELOW PRIOR TO PURCHASING A BOOTH SPACE!!!
No Wait List for Booth Spaces
Not accepting Food Vendor Applications – If you would like to be considered when a space is available, please email details about your food booth (menu items, background details, where you have set up previously, and any other information, photos). You may email our office at info@gonltd.org
2025 Traders Market Booth Application for the Gathering of Nations Event
—**THIS IS NOT A FOOD VENDOR APPLICATION**
Event Details:
– Event Name: 2025 Traders Market Booth Application – Gathering of Nations Powwow
– Event Dates: Friday & Saturday, April 25 & 26, 2025
– Mandatory Vendor Check-in and Booth Setup: Thursday, April 24, 2025 (Assigned Times)
– Location: Gathering of Nations, Expo New Mexico
– Booth Operation Times (Open to Public): 10:00 AM daily, until the event concludes on April 26, 2025.
Application Guidelines:
This application is exclusive to exhibitors and vendors interested in showcasing Authentic Indian Arts and Crafts, in compliance with the Indian Arts & Crafts Act of 1990 (P.L. 101-644). Educational, Government & Health Organizations can apply for an information booth setup. Cosmetics or skincare products must be original and Native Made/Owned.
Items Not Allowed: Listed Below, but not limited to:
– Food (for cooking or preparing)
– Novelties (e.g., plastic toys, sunglasses, dash mats, phones)
– Printed, silk-screened, or embroidered merchandise (T-shirts, sweatshirts, jackets, bags, caps, etc.)
– Weapons, fireworks, firearms
– Alcohol, tobacco products
– Live animals
– Any items deemed inappropriate for the show
Vendor Obligations and Benefits:
-Booth Fee: $850 (not including credit card processing fee)
– Booth Size: Approximately 8’ x 8’
– Includes: One 6-foot table (Chairs not provided)
– Raffle Contribution: Each vendor must donate at least one product for the Miss Indian World Contestants Raffle (Minimum value of $70).
– Vendor Permissions: ** A maximum of four (4) booth spaces can be purchased per application.
– Admission Privileges: Two vendor admission wristbands (valid for both days) and one vendor parking pass are included per application, NOT per Booth Spaces purchased.
– Extra wristbands can be purchased at standard admission rates.
Additional Notes:
– Setup Details:
– Mandatory setup on April 24, 2025
– Times will be assigned individually
– Regulation and Compliance: Additional market rules/regulations will be provided post-application approval.
– Liability Disclaimer: The Gathering of Nations and Expo New Mexico are not responsible for theft, injury, product loss, or damages.
– **Refund Policy:**
– Refunds are provided ONLY if the event is sold out or the application is not accepted.
– No refunds for any reason post-purchase, includes force majeure events.
Conditions:
– The event is Drug and Alcohol-free.
– Completing all parts of this application and successful payment submission is required for processing.
For food vendor inquiries, contact info@gonltd.org.
This is a unique opportunity to participate in a prestigious event, connect with a culturally enriched audience, and showcase authentic items and crafts in an appropriate setting. We look forward to seeing your contributions at the Gathering of Nations, where tradition meets community spirit.