Indian Traders Market Booth Application for the 2026 Gathering of Nations Event

**Note: This is a NON-Food Application. Food Vendors should contact info@gonltd.org.

This is a unique opportunity to be a part of history at the Gathering of Nations Powwow "The Final Dance". Participate in a prestigious event, connect with a culturally attuned audience, and showcase authentic handmade items and wares at the Gathering of Nations Powwow. We look forward to seeing you at the Gathering of Nations, where tradition meets community spirit.

Apply now to secure a booth at one of the most anticipated cultural gatherings in history!

Booth Fees and additional purchases are NON-REFUNDABLE. No Refunds for any reason, please be aware before purchasing your booth space. Once booth space is sold out, there is no wait list or exceptions.

📅 Event Details:

Dates: April 24–25, 2026 (Friday & Saturday)

Vendor Setup: Thursday, April 23rd, 2026 (Assigned times)

Location: Expo NM – New Mexico State Fairgrounds, Albuquerque

Booth Hours: Friday/Saturday 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM daily

Booth Application Guidelines

• Exhibitors and Vendors: Must showcase Authentic Indian Arts & 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:
• Food (for cooking or preparing). Commercially prepackaged, ready-to-eat is OK.
• Novelties (e.g., plastic toys, sunglasses, dash mats, phones).
• Printed, silk-screened, or embroidered merchandise (T-shirts, sweatshirts, jackets, bags, caps, etc.), unless consent is given, there may be other restrictions.
• Weapons, fireworks, alcohol, cannabis/marijuana, and tobacco.
• Live animals or inappropriate items.
• Any items deemed inappropriate for the show.

Vendor Obligations & Benefits

• Booth Fee: $900 (Includes credit card processing fee)
• Booth Size: 8’ x 8’, includes one 6’ table and electricity (chairs not provided). Vendor Booth maximum: A maximum of four (4) booth spaces can be purchased per application (this is considered one large booth space). NOTE: YOU WILL ONLY GET 2 WRISTBANDS PER APPLICATION. This is a standing policy. If you submit/purchase separate vendor applications under the same name, booths will NOT be placed together. PLEASE SEE EXHIBITOR & VENDOR ADMISSION INFORMATION BELOW.

🎟 Exhibitor & Vendor Admission Information

• Included with each application:
• Two wristbands (one per person, valid for both days, must be worn continuously)
• One parking pass is included. Additional parking passes are not available.
• Please plan your vehicle arrangements and coordinate with your drop-off and staffing needs in advance.
• Extra wristbands can be purchased online $49.50 each includes service fee. May be purchased at Registration/Check-in with cash $45.00 each (no service fee). All credit card purchases will include a service fee.
• We recommend purchasing extra wristbands early, as they are limited.
• Please coordinate with your helpers and volunteers in advance to ensure smooth entry and avoid confusion.
• Admission Privileges: Two vendor admission wristbands (valid for both days, for one person each) and one vendor parking pass are included per application, NOT per number of booth spaces purchased. NO additional parking passes are available!

Additional Notes:

VENDOR SETUP DETAILS:

- Mandatory Checking/Registration & setup on April 23rd, 2026 (Thursday).

- Check-in Times will be assigned individually.

-Requests may be made for location (corner, near bathroom, building, etc.); however, BOOTH LOCATION IS NOT GUARANTEED in the requested location, as there are too many requests for the same locations to accommodate everyone.

- 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.

- All Sales are Final. No refunds for any reason post-purchase, including force majeure events.

CONDITIONS:

- The event is Drug and Alcohol-free.

- Completing all parts of this application and successful payment submission are required for processing.