Become a Food or Craft Vendor
The IFBC board is eager to welcome vendors to the 18th Annual International Falls Bass championship which has a guaranteed $30,000 payout based on the 60 teams allowed for the tournament.
Again this year it will all be happening at Smokey Bear Park in downtown International Falls, MN.
Again this year it will all be happening at Smokey Bear Park in downtown International Falls, MN.
There will be a large variety of entertainment starting with the Parade of Boats at 6 pm on Thursday the 26th.
Both Friday and Saturday’s events will start at 11:00 am in Smokey Bear Park. After an exciting day of fishing and weigh-ins, all will be able to grab a bite to eat and watch a variety of musical and non-musical entertainers at the end of each day.
Saturday afternoon will include the final weigh-in and the announcement of the winner of the 2022 IFBC. A large tent will be in the center of SMOKEY BEAR PARK housing the weigh-ins, beer garden, and the afternoon and evening entertainment.
We will also have a family fun zone area to include activities for the whole family. There will again be Lawn Mower Drag Races on Friday evening and the Antique Auto and Motorcycle Show on Saturday morning/ afternoon.
Both Friday and Saturday’s events will start at 11:00 am in Smokey Bear Park. After an exciting day of fishing and weigh-ins, all will be able to grab a bite to eat and watch a variety of musical and non-musical entertainers at the end of each day.
Saturday afternoon will include the final weigh-in and the announcement of the winner of the 2022 IFBC. A large tent will be in the center of SMOKEY BEAR PARK housing the weigh-ins, beer garden, and the afternoon and evening entertainment.
We will also have a family fun zone area to include activities for the whole family. There will again be Lawn Mower Drag Races on Friday evening and the Antique Auto and Motorcycle Show on Saturday morning/ afternoon.
Craft Vendor Terms & Conditions
I will not hold IFBC and/or the City of International Falls responsible for any accidents, theft, or any loss occurring against leased space or property thereon.
- There will be a flat fee of $10 for each space. The fee covers rental of approximately 10’ x 12‘ space in the City Square Park for the three day event. There’ll be a max.of 3 spaces available to rent in the first 2 sections of 3rd St, at the directors discretion. Crafters are responsible for tables and tents if needed for your display. Some high crested or oversized tents & carports may not fit under park trees. No Food Items will be sold in City Square Park as of 2017 & beyond.
- The coordinator reserves the power to assign the location of all crafters/artisans/sellers in the best interests of the event. Special consideration will be given to early paid entries.
- No electricity will be provided on the City Square side of the street. The strip of grass along the street isn’t to be used for crafter displays at any time. Limited parking of crafter vehicles on the grass behind their exhibits is at the discretion of the City of International Falls.
- Dogs/Cats/Goats must be on a lead & staked.
- Only IFBC Sanctioned raffles, 50/50 drawings,& game drawings are allowed in City Center Park, in select locations, with copies of required Mn & city licenses/permits submitted with IFBC entry forms.
- Crafters are prohibited from removing any fixtures, temporary or permanent established by the IFBC board. This includes trees and shrubbery.
- No selling of novelty items that can cause litter, i.e. silly string and stink bags/bombs.
- Crafters are responsible for items left in their booths over night. There will be night security roaming the park but the IFBC tournament and board are not responsible for lost, stolen or damaged items.
- Crafters must remove all structures from leased space within 24 hours after the closing day of the IFBC.
Food Vendor Terms & Conditions
It is mutually agreed upon by the Vendor and the Falls Bass Championship to enter into this agreement for vendor space on the dates of August 25, 26, 27, 2022 for the purpose of selling or displaying.
Vendors must send copy of current insurance, health certificate, and Mn Tax #. Vendors must comply with the rules and policies set forth in the above.
On your insurance policy, the IFBC and/or the City of International Falls must be listed as an additional insured. Vendors will not hold the IFBC and/or the City of International Falls responsible for any accidents, theft, or any other loss occurring against leased space of property thereon.
- There will be a flat fee for All Food Vendors of $325. The fee covers rental of approx. 25’ of space in the park for the 3 day event and electrical inspection.
- Electricity will be provided in the park-with (5) 50A, (1)30A, and several 20A power sources.
- N0 Raffles, 50/50 Drawings, or Lotteries to be run by Vendors, only IFBC Sponsored Raffles, 50/50 Drawings, & Game Drawings allowed in Smokey Bear or City Center Park.
- Vendors are prohibited from removing any fixtures, temporary or permanent established by the IFBC board. This includes trees and shrubbery.
- Once a vendor is set up it will remain in place for the duration of the events.
- If a vendor is selling novelties please refrain from selling products that can cause litter, i.e. silly string and stink bags/ bombs.
- Vendors must be set up before 2 pm and ready for electrical inspection on Thursday. For Friday and Saturday vendors should be open at 11 am and stay open for the duration of the event (approx. 11 pm). Please stay open for the entire event.
- Vendors must remove all structures from leased space within 24 hrs after the closing day of IFBC
- All food vendors must carry product liability insurance & current license for Mn dept of health. Mn dept of health inspector will be checking for compliance.
- Rental Agreement is attached. Return to IFBC by July 30, 2022 with fee to secure space. Space is limited so sign up early to guarantee a spot. IFBC will act in the best interests of the event when making final vendor selections & positioning. Any refund of vendor fees is at the discretion of the IFBC.
- Coca Cola Bottling Co. will be a major sponsor, so only their products will be sold in the park.
- No outside alcohol/ beer will be allowed in the park.
Vendors must send copy of current insurance, health certificate, and Mn Tax #. Vendors must comply with the rules and policies set forth in the above.
On your insurance policy, the IFBC and/or the City of International Falls must be listed as an additional insured. Vendors will not hold the IFBC and/or the City of International Falls responsible for any accidents, theft, or any other loss occurring against leased space of property thereon.
