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🌿 TBM 2026–2027 Season Vendor Registration is now underway! 

Whether you are a New Vendor or a Returning Vendor – Here is how you apply!

Hello to all TBM Participating & Prospective Vendors,

It’s that time of year again! We are excited to officially launch Tampa Bay Markets’ 16th season and begin accepting Vendor applications for market dates running October 2026 through September 2027.

As a reminder, Tampa Bay Markets operates on an annual season schedule from October through September each year. Returning vendor registration opens between May and June.  Once approved in the TBM Organization Annual Application, returning vendors have until July 30th to submit individual market applications for priority consideration for the upcoming season. 

New and returning vendor individual market applications will continue to be reviewed for booking consideration throughout each season.

First Step: Renew Your Annual TBM Organization Application

All Returning Vendors must first complete the annual Tampa Bay Markets Organization Annual Application for the 2026.2027 season.  

This application allows vendors to:
• Update Marketspread profiles and contact information
• Refresh product listings and booth photos
• Upload current insurance COI naming TBM as additional insured  and any required licensing documentation
• Review updated vendor requirements and policies

TBM Organization Application Fee

A $20 non-refundable annual processing fee is required with the TBM Organization Annual Application and upon approval, provides access to register for participation consideration in TBM-operated markets and events throughout the season.

Before You Apply — Please Gather the Following

📸 Photos Needed

Please have updated photos ready for upload, including:

• Current booth setup photos
• Product photos
• Tent/display/signage photos
• Tent weights visible in setup photos

📄 Documents Needed

• Current Certificate of Insurance (COI) listing Tampa Bay Markets as additionally insured.  Your COI should read, Tampa Bay Markets PO Box 340207 Tampa, FL 33694
• Applicable food permits/licenses for food & beverage vendors

Helpful Links

👉 Application Checklist: [Checklist Link]
👉 Sample COI: [COI Link]
👉 Food Vendor Guidelines: [Food Vendor Guidelines Link]

💡 WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER APPLYING

Once your application has been submitted, our team will review it to ensure:

• Licensing and insurance documents are current and valid
• Booth setup and display meet TBM standards
• Product offerings align with market category availability and balance

If any additional information or corrections are needed, you will receive a notification through Marketspread comments.

✅ Once approved, you will receive an official approval letter containing this season’s vendor password, which will provide access to apply for individual markets and events for the upcoming season.

📌 Please make sure Marketspread emails are marked as safe senders so important notifications do not end up in your spam or promotions folder.

⏳ Apply early — Once approved in the TBM Organization Annual Application, Returning vendors have until
July 30th to submit individual market applications for priority consideration for the upcoming season.

We look forward to another exciting year supporting local businesses and continuing to grow our amazing TBM vendor community together!

Warmly,

Tiffany and the TBM Team