
Vendor Application for the 2026 Festival
8th Annual Virginia Osprey Festival in Colonial Beach
This is a ‘Rain or Shine’ Event
April 11, 2026
Vendor and Exhibitor information
LOCATION: Colonial Beach Town Hill (at the corner of Colonial and Washington Avenues)
EVENT DATES: Saturday, April 11, 2026
TIMES: 9:00am - 4:00pm (Mandatory)
FEES: $40 per 10’ x 10’ space; 501c3 non-profit exhibitors are fee exempt unless individuals are selling items for personal profit such as art galleries, etc.
Parking – More info to come
Tents larger than 10 x 10 will need to be inspected (Per Town of Colonial Beach) at Vendor/Exhibitor’s expense
Last year we had a waiting list to be part of the festival. Spaces are limited, we must receive your vendor fee and paperwork by March 11, 2026 to ensure a space for you. We don’t want you to miss out!
GUIDELINES:
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Applications are due by March 11, 2026 and must include the application and payment (NO EXCEPTIONS)
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A $35 fee will be charged for all returned checks.
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One vendor per space. Vendor or proxy must host display.
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Spaces must be set up by 8:45am. You may arrive as early as 7am on April 11, 2026 for area prep.
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No vehicles will be allowed on Town Hill except for loading and unloading.
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Confirmation provided upon receipt of application/payment. Please include a valid email address.
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The entry fee is non-refundable for cancellations made fewer than 30 days from the event date.
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This event takes place Rain or Shine.
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By signing the application to participate as a vendor in the 8th Annual Osprey Festival, all parties acknowledge and agree that the Town of Colonial Beach and/or Virginia Osprey Foundation, or any persons affiliated with these entities, will not be held responsible for theft, loss and/or damage to any property, or liable for injury to any participant.
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The Osprey Festival Committee/Virginia Osprey Foundation reserves the right to dismiss vendors for inappropriate wares, behavior, or customer interactions.
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Please understand, there will be no “off-sides” vending without prior permission.
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Vendors MUST park in designated area – More info to come
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Please manage your booth’s trash.
**All food vendors must have a current Health Department permit displayed prominently at event

