For cancellations within 24 hours of a market date please text us at732-481-4691 with your name, business name and date/dates you need to cancel.Market Managers DO NOT receive emails when they are on site.Vendors who do not adhere to our cancellation policy, will not be booked for future dates.Please add this phone number to your contacts to avoid this outcome.

Please be aware that all of our markets are held RAIN OR SHINE! We cannot offer rescheduling or refunds for last-minute cancellations.

Vendors should use the second entrance on Rues Rd. If you reach the handicap entrance, you've gone too far. YOU WILL SEE: ASBURY A FRAME AT CORRECT ENTRANCE. IF YOU DO NOT SEE A FRAME, DO NOT ENTER. Proceed slowly down the gravel road, and when you reach the gate, look to your left for parking. Please park in rows 20 or 21 and unload your vehicle. The market site is approximately 350 feet from the parking lot. It's highly recommended to have a hand truck or cart to assist with loading and setup. There will be a Fresh Team member at gate to check you in and direct you to the site.

Load-In & Setup

Vendor load in:
Load in begins 6:30 AM SHARP
Please do not attempt to enter the farm until 6:30 AM

Load in is between 6:30AM -7:30AM.  Late arrivals will not be refunded/rescheduled and will not be allowed entry.

It is essential that vendor setups are fully completed by the market's starting time, which is 9:00 AM.

All staff members must be present for load in and will receive a lanyard. Which will allow you to leave the site if needed. Any employee/vendors arriving after 7:30AM will have to purchase a ticket to enter the farm.

Important Reminder: 

We're situated in the middle of an open field, so expect wind even on clear days. If you don't secure your tent with stakes and appropriate weights, you'll be required to leave without a refund. Thousands of event attendees and other vendors could be endangered by a tent that is not properly secured.


Break Down at the End of the Day

Early breakdown is not permitted. Breakdown starts at 5pm, and you must be fully packed and ready to leave by 6pm. We aim to minimize the duration their staff need to remain on-site. Please be mindful of the time and ensure a swift departure.

Holland Ridge is a gorgeous farm & the Fresh Family is lucky to be invited to their venue. Please be respectful of the grounds and be sure to remove any trash in your area as you are loading out.  DO NOT stuff their trash cans with broken down cardboard etc.. there are dumpsters in the parking lot if needed.

It’s a long day, we get it. But if you ever find yourself tired or bored, take some time to walk around and meet your fellow vendors! You never know what kind of connections or friendships you’ll make here. At Fresh Markets — it’s all about community!

If you need a market manager and can't find one, please see Erin at the "McKnits" tent.

Dude, where’s my space?

A market manager will be waiting to show you to your space.

How big is my space?

10x10 is max tent size (unless special arrangements have been made with the market manager). If your setup requires additional space, please contact us and we will attempt to make it happen.

All vendors are responsible for bringing entire set up.
It doesn’t matter what the weather is…Weights are not optional; they are a requirement. Failure to follow these safety measures will result in being asked to leave the event without a refund. This strict protocol is in place to safeguard not only yourselves but also your fellow vendors and the attendees. It cannot be stressed enough: having just 5/10 pounds of weight per tent leg is insufficient, 40 pounds will not hold your tent down with wind gusts up to 15mph or more . And rouge winds pop up without explanation. You should have at LEAST 80 pounds of weight on your tent. If you can do more, we would encourage it. If you have a heavy cart we would suggest using a bungee to attach it to your tent to help keep your set up on the ground.

We care about your well-being and want you to have an enjoyable day at the event. That's why we're being persistent in emphasizing these guidelines.
                                     
Where’s the bathrooms?🚽

The bathrooms are very close to the market site. Please ask a team member to point them out to you.

Making Sales💰

Creating a well-balanced market is a very delicate task, and it’s one we take seriously! You may only sell what you have been pre-approved to sell.
We want to alert vendors that they may need to resort to offline payment methods. We strongly advise you to set up alternative payment systems and test it out before arriving at the farm. Additionally, ensure you have sufficient cash on hand to provide change for large bills throughout the day. Please keep in mind that there is no electricity available so please make sure your devices are fully charged or plan on bringing a portable charger with you to the venue.

If you’re looking to sell new items that were not initially included on your application, email team@asburyfresh.com AT LEAST TWO DAYS BEFORE to see about getting approval on your new products. Without explicit permission, we can’t allow you to sell any new items. If we find out that’s been happening, you may be asked to leave! 😬

RANDOM TIPS

Wear appropriate shoes and layer up!

Food trucks will be available on-site, but there might not be enough time to walk to them and wait in line. It's advisable to bring some backup snacks and water with you!
We can't stress this point enough: Make sure your stakes and weights are top-notch. And if you think you're all set, well, bring some extra just for good measure.