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How to Become a Vendor at a Rock Concert

Rock concerts can be a great venue for a vendor to set up and a profitable day or evening. However, if you plan to keep yourself independent from the venue and the artists' merchandise vendors then there are some steps to take to ensure your booth or shop is able to maintain steady business.

Things You'll Need

  • Vendor's license
  • Contract with venue
  • Unique items
  • Attractive signing
  • Cash register or cash box
  • Paper cash and change
  • Portable station
  • Proper transportation
  • Storage space
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Instructions

  1. Getting set up

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      Make sure to stay up to date with your license to adhere to all local laws.

      Call or go to your county's auditor or consumer affairs office and obtain your vendor license. The cost can vary depending on the area you live in.

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      Signing a contract will help protect you and the venue from legal complications.

      Sign a contract with up-and-coming venues that have concerts on at least a weekly basis. You can inquire to bigger and more well-established venues, however, they will likely have a set group of vendors they have worked with for years.

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      Glow sticks can be popular at rock concerts.

      Offer unique and trendy items that will set you apart from the other venues at the rock concert. Artists and venues will already offer merchandise such as T-shirts and music, so it is advised to stay away from that market. The same can be said for food and drinks, as the venue will likely have an in-house cafe or bar.

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      A unique sign will set you apart from the other vendors.

      Use colorful or attractive signage such as neon lighting to catch the concert-goer's eye. In a loud, chaotic environment, such as rock concert, this is a necessity.

    Other Useful Items

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      Cash boxes are better for keeping your business portable.

      An electronic register with a built-in calculator would be best. But if space is limited a cash box with lock and separate calculator will be sufficient.

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      Not having correct change for customers could cost you a sale.

      Always have plenty of small bills and change on hand to make change for customers.

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      If you intend to be a vendor at multiple venues, then easily portable tables and equipment will be needed.

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      Depending on what items you sell, a truck or van may be needed to transport your goods to and from concerts.

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      Storage spaces would be optimal for keeping your equipment and merchandise while ensuring it's protected from theft.

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