Nash Yarn Fest 2027
Location: The Nashville Fairgrounds, Expo Center 1 and 2, 401 Wingrove Street, Nashville, TN 37203
Schedule
Please note that times and details are subject to change.
Thursday, March 11, 2027
Vendor load-in (more details to come)
Friday, March 12, 2027
MARKETPLACE 10 AM to 5 PM Shopping, music, livestock, a fashion show, food, and more! Plus: classes and events in the adjacent Expo 2 building.
NYF HOOTENANNY 5 PM to 8:30 PM A festive gathering of attendees and vendors to help us kick off a knittin’ good weekend with music, line dancing, and togetherness.
Saturday, March 13, 2027
MARKETPLACE 10 AM to 5 PM Shopping, music, and livestock, plus a special guest lecture, classes, and events in Expo 2.
Please submit your completed application no later than July 27, 2026. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
Applicants will be notified of a decision by August 7, 2026. If any spots remain, we will open applications for a second round at a later date. If accepted, you will receive a contract and an email with a link to pay the booth fee in full. Payment is required within five business days of receiving the acceptance email.
What kind of vendors are we looking for?
We are looking for a variety of vendors and makers specializing in yarn making, yarn dyeing, knitting, crochet, fiber arts, tools, bags, accessories, home goods, local eats, and more! We are working hard to provide a diverse and artful selection of items that will create a joyful experience for all of our attendees.
Disclaimer
By participating in Nash Yarn Fest, all vendors agree to exhibit their work at their own risk. Nash Yarn Fest does not guarantee number of attendees or sales. Booth fees are non-refundable. In the very unlikely event that we must cancel the event due to extraordinary circumstances, booth fees will be refunded.
Refunds
Booth fees and subsequent rental fees are not refundable. If your application is accepted, the Nash Yarn Fest team will send you a contract and an invoice for the appropriate booth fee. Rentals may be requested at a later date as we approach the dates of the show.
Sales Tax
Each vendor will be responsible for collecting and remitting sales tax per Tennessee state law. Nash Yarn Fest will provide you with information on registering and collecting sales tax at a later date.
Insurance
Vendors will be required to obtain event insurance for Nash Yarn Fest. We will be working with ACT Insurance to set up a Nash Yarn Fest policy that you can purchase if you’d like. It is not required that you use this company, but you will be responsible for submitting a Certificate of Insurance to us before the show.
Drayage
For the third year we will be working with Midnight Logistics to provide drayage to those who need it. They are an experienced team who will work with each vendor individually to store inventory, bring inventory to the show, and return anything left over to the vendors after the show.
WiFi
Secure WiFi will be available inside Expo Center 1 of the Nashville Fairgrounds. We will provide you with the vendor password before showtime.
Preparing for the Market
We highly recommend putting in time to develop cohesive branding, such as signage, social media, and specially offered limited-edition products for Nash Yarn Fest. We received feedback from attendees that they appreciate clear brand signage so a booth is easily identifiable.
We will be sharing branding assets for Nash Yarn Fest, such as links and graphics, and recommend posting them on your social media to bring awareness to the event. We will likewise be sharing your information with our followers as well.
Booth Options and Fees
Due to rising costs and improvements we’ve made—including extending marketplace hours to two full days—booth prices will increase for 2027. We appreciate everyone's enthusiasm and support as we continue to grow and improve.
All booths include electricity and high-speed WiFi. Booths do not come with signage or fixtures. There will be no pipe-and-drape at the show. If your display requires a means of separation between your neighbors, you must provide your own. While the area is well lit with overhead LEDs, you may consider bringing additional ambient lighting if you’d like.
Tables and chairs will be available for rent before the show. We highly recommend bringing extension cords and power strips, as these will not be provided on site.
Fees
Single Booth $600 — 10’ x 10’ floor space
Shared Single Booth $700 — 10’ x 10’ floor space
Double Booth $1,200 — 10’ x 20’ floor space
Shared Double Booth — $1,400 10’ x 20’ floor space
Triple Booth $1,800 — 10’ x 30’ floor space
Shared Triple Booth $2,100 — 10’ x 30’ floor space
Mobile Shop up to 20’ long $1,200 — 10’ x 20’ floor space
Mobile Shop up to 30’ long $1,800 — 10 x 30’ floor space
*Mobile shops/yarn trucks will be located inside Expo 1 on the show floor.
Due to high demand, we are taking requests for end cap spaces, which will incur a $150 fee. Limited spots available.
Thank your for your interest in vending at Nash Yarn Fest 2027!
