Applications are through our registration system, Marketspace here. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Include pictures of the items you want to sell.

Space is limited. There are a small number of non-selling booth spaces for businesses. Vendor fees must be paid in full within a week of acceptance or booth space will be forfeited. If vendors fees not paid one month prior to the event, your booth space will be given to waitlist vendors.

Vendor fees: Selling vendors $108, Non selling businesses (promoting themselves only) $250, Non profits with less than 5 employees $30. All vendors will be charged a $4 registration fee when accepted.

Vendors who plan to sell processed foods must apply for a 1 day permit with the Dedham Board of Health AFTER your vendor application is approved. Complete and return the permit form with $100 fee to the Dedham Health Department.

include a copy of your health permit from your local health department with your Board of Health application.

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Board of Health Contact:

Dedham Health Department, Town of Dedham, 450 Washington Street, Dedham, MA 02026, 781-751-9220, Leontia Flanagan, Asst. Director, lflanagan@dedham-ma.gov or Sam Menard, Director smenard@dedhamma.gov

Vendors must have completed applications to the Health Department by June 14, 2026.

ALSO, Food vendors must provide a valid Certificate of insurance naming Dedham Square Circle, PO Box 593, Dedham MA 02026 as additionally insured within one week of being accepted as a vendor.

General Information

·      The Dedham Square Circle will determine if vendors can be part of the Summer Stroll to ensure an appropriate mix of products in the space available.

·      The Summer Stroll is run by the Dedham Square Circle. The Summer Stroll is NOT affiliated with the Town of Dedham.

Applications, Vendor Fees, Permits and Insurance

·      All vendors must submit an application for the Summer Stroll and include all items to be sold at the Summer Stroll. Only approved items can be sold at the Summer Stroll.

·      Vendors are accepted first come first serve. The Summer Stroll limits the number of vendors of similar types of products.

·      Each vendor must sign a statement that they have read, understood, and agreed to abide by the rules and regulations of the Summer Stroll.

·      Health and sanitation are priorities at the Summer Stroll. Vendors bringing items to Summer Stroll from a supply producer will ensure that all relevant permits are obtained relating to those items. All vendors will adhere to all federal and state health regulations, subject to oversight by the Dedham Health Department.

·      Once your application to be a vendor at the Summer Stroll has been approved, you must submit the following:

·       If you plan to sell processed foods (such as jams, baked goods, or ready to eat food), you must secure a one day health permit ($100) from the Town of Dedham at least 4 weeks prior to attending the Summer Stroll. Contact info for Board of Health: Dedham Health Department, Assistant Director Leontia Flanagan lflanagan@dedham-ma.gov at 781-751-9220 or Director Sam Menard smenard@dedhamma.gov 781-751-9220.

o   (for processed food vendors) Upload a copy of their Residential, Commercial or Wholesale Kitchen Permit.

o   Pay vendor fees within one week of acceptance and by June 16, 2026 to secure your spot. Checks should be made payable to “Dedham Square Circle” and mailed to Dedham Square Circle at PO Box 593, Dedham, MA 02027.

o   A Certificate of Liability Insurance (COI)* naming Dedham Square Circle, PO Box 593, Dedham, MA 02027 as additionally insured is required for all vendors selling items for human or pet consumption, anything applied to any part of the body of a human or pet and flammable items. This is not a complete list. Proof of general liability insurance may be required for vendors of other products.

o   Insurance Waiver* (for artists and makers only) Artists and Makers may attend the Summer Stroll as long as they sign a waiver. This exception applies only to vendors who will not sell, give away or sample: candy or food items, anything edible for pets, items to be put on pets or the human body including but not limited to lotion, oils, hair care, perfume, soap, cosmetics and lip balm. Waivers are located on the Summer Stroll page of the Dedham Square Circle website.
*You may scan and email these items to dedhamsquarecircle@gmail.com.

·      All vendors will allow the Summer Stroll to use their business names, logos, and other public information in print and electronic advertising and other promotions for the benefit of the Summer Stroll.

At The Summer Stroll

·      Summer Stroll vendor locations will be assigned. Displays must be kept within space allotted and maintained to ensure public access.

·      Vendors provide their own tables, chairs, tents and must have tent weights. Colorful signage, tablecloths and pleasing displays are encouraged.

·      Vendors are responsible to clean their areas and remove all trash at the end of the event.

·      All vendors will arrive at 4pm at the latest for set up and be cleaned up by 9pm.

·        All prepared foods must be under cover, may not be handled with bare hands, and must have an ingredient label, an address of origin, and a net weight, according to MA regulations. Perishable items must be maintained in an appropriately chilled container, subject to approval and inspection by the health inspector. Approved food handling guidelines for the Summer Stroll are available to vendors from the Dedham Health Department. Should further questions arise, you may contact Dedham Health Department Dedham Health Department, Assistant Director Leontia Flanagan lflanagan@dedham-ma.gov at 781-751-9220 or Director Sam Menard smenard@dedhamma.gov 781-751-9220.

·      Vendors must keep their hands clean at all times, including washing them after using the restroom and smoking.

·      No plastic single use plastic bags. The Town of Dedham has a plastic bag ban.

·      To ensure a positive experience for vendors, customers, and the community, hawking and aggressive solicitation are strictly prohibited. Vendors, businesses, nonprofits, and representatives may not walk through the market to solicit sales, donations, or promote products or services. Loud or disruptive sales tactics, including shouting, amplified broadcasting, or interrupting the business of other vendors, are not permitted. All sales, promotions, and customer interactions must take place within the boundaries of the participant’s assigned space and in a manner that does not interfere with neighboring vendors or the overall event environment. Vendors in violation must leave the market, forfeit any future vendor fees, and may be banned from any and all future Dedham Square Circle events and Farmers Markets.

 Should you need additional information or have questions, please don't hesitate to contact us: at dedhamsquarecircle@gmail.com

Vendor fees can be paid through Marketspread or by check.

Make checks payable to Dedham Square Circle, PO Box 593, Dedham, MA 02027. Checks must be received within 10 days of acceptance.

Artists (painters and photographers) are not required to have liability insurance as long as they sign our waiver. This exception applies only to vendors who will not sell, give away or sample: candy or food items, anything edible for pets, items to be put on pets or the human body including but not limited to lotion, oils, hair care, perfume, soap, cosmetics and lip balm.

Download, print, sign and return the below waiver.

WAIVER