2026 Vendor Rules & Requirements
Location: Downtown Trinidad Central Business District
Application Deadline: August 1, 2026
Festival Overview
Trinidaddio Blues Fest is a free two-day music festival held annually in historic downtown Trinidad, Colorado. The festival supports tourism, local businesses, and community organizations while presenting high-quality blues entertainment to residents and visitors alike.
Vendors are an important part of the festival experience, and we appreciate your participation.
Vendor Selection
Submission of an application does not guarantee acceptance.
Trinidaddio Blues Fest reserves the right to accept or reject any application based upon available space, product mix, event needs, and compatibility with the festival's mission and family-friendly atmosphere.
Booth Space
- One 10' x 10' booth space unless otherwise approved.
- Placement determined by festival staff.
- Vendors may not relocate without approval.
- Booths must be maintained in a neat, attractive, and professional manner.
Tents & Displays
- Tents must be capable of withstanding wind and weather.
- Stakes are not permitted in city streets.
- Minimum 40 pounds of weight per tent leg recommended.
- Vendors leaving booths overnight should provide four-sided tent enclosures.
Setup & Teardown
- Setup times provided upon acceptance.
- Vehicles must be removed before the festival opens.
- Booths may remain overnight at vendor's risk.
- All booths and equipment must be removed immediately following Saturday's performance.
Electricity
Generators are not permitted.
Battery-powered lighting and displays are permitted.
Special electrical accommodations require prior approval.
Safety Requirements
Every booth must have:
- A current 5 lb. fire extinguisher.
- Unobstructed emergency access.
- Compliance with directions from festival staff, police, fire personnel, and emergency responders.
Merchandise Restrictions
Only approved merchandise may be sold.
Prohibited items include:
- Weapons.
- Drug paraphernalia.
- Hazardous materials.
- Offensive materials.
- Glass containers intended for public use.
Downtown Business Partnership
One of the primary goals of Trinidaddio Blues Fest is supporting businesses within the Downtown Central Business District.
Food and beverage sales are reserved for existing downtown restaurants, bars, and approved beverage partners.
Outside food vendors are not permitted.
Insurance Requirements
A Certificate of Liability Insurance with minimum limits of $2,000,000 aggregate is required.
Additional Insureds:
- Trinidaddio Blues Fest, Inc.
- City of Trinidad
No exceptions.
Deposits
A separate refundable deposit check is required.
Deposits are returned following the festival provided:
- Booth area is cleaned.
- No damage has occurred.
- Rules have been followed.
- Booth and equipment have been removed as required.
Vendor Application
By continuing, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to the Trinidaddio Blues Fest 2026 Vendor Rules & Requirements.
- Applications are due August 1, 2026.
- Two separate checks are required.
- One check for the booth fee.
- One separate refundable deposit check.
- Deposit checks are returned after the festival if all vendor requirements are met.
- Food vendors are not permitted.
- Vendors may leave booths overnight at their own risk.
- All booths and equipment must be removed immediately following the Saturday performance.
Complete the application and return it with the required booth fee, refundable deposit check, insurance certificate, and supporting materials.
