Exhibitor FAQ

Where is the event?

The incredible Mohegan Sun, in Uncasville, CT.

Applying Artisan FAQ

  • Standard Booth Prices:

    10 x 10 Booth - $525

    10 x 15 Booth - $785

    10 x 20 Booth - $1050

    Popular Add Ons:

    Corner Location - $150

    Everyone loves the corner spots due to the visibility and additional traffic that two sides provide. Requesting this does not guarantee a spot.

    Digital Marketing Package - $125

    Featured Artisans work is spotlighted in the form of:

    -Individual social media post

    -Inclusion in email blasts

    -Inclusion in gift guide video reels

    -Company & booth number on photo wall at festival (Your company and booth number will also be showcased on the jumbo TV screen that all visitors see before they enter into the Expo.)

    Pipe & Drape and Electricity

    If needed, this can be ordered through the in-house decorator for an additional cost. Pricing information will be found in your exhibitor kit sent to you well in advance of the show.

  • You must be the maker/designer and present in the booth.

    You must have a professional booth presentation.

    Storage boxes must be out of sight.

    A backdrop is required. Bring your own or Pipe and drape options are available for a rental fee.

    Spring/flowery decorations and outfits are encouraged.

  • Artisan Promotions always ensures as many folks as possible walk through the doors with a heavy rotation of:

    Millions of social media views target everyone within 2 hours of the location for months leading up to the event.

    Direct Mail and Extensive Email Campaigns

    The New England Christmas Festival will be part of Mohegan Sun's monthly events calendar which reaches 700,000 email subscribers and 300,000 physical mailing addresses every month!

    Numerous Billboards on high traffic highways and populated locations.

    TV Commercial campaign

    Influencer Campaign

    Public Relations Campaign

    Video ads run on Mohegan’s 220 internal displays for months leading up to the show.

    We work with many Bus Tours to bring in guests from all over New England.

    We encourage you to promote the festival yourself by requesting digital and printed promotional materials-coupons and posters.

  • Only handmade food and crafts are allowed. Resale and “buy/sell” do not fall under those categories and, as such, are prohibited.

  • We are looking for originality of design, quality of materials, and sale-ability. Impressive booth presentation and high-quality photographs will help tremendously.

  • You can view the contract here.

  • Tribal health requires a commercial food license. You must have this license even if you are a maple syrup and honey producer. Once you’re an accepted exhibitor, we’ll send you more information. There is no charge for food vendor health permits.

Selected Artisan’s FAQ

  • Please add both Mohegan Sun and Artisan Promotions Inc as named insureds on your insurance policy.

    There should be no charge for this, it is normally a free service from your insurance company.

    Artisan Promotions Inc
    10956 La Salinas Circle
    Boca Raton, FL 33428

    Mohegan Sun Resort
    1 Mohegan Sun Blvd
    Uncasville, CT 06382

    If you need to contact a company to buy an insurance policy. Here is a company that is used by many artisans- app.actinsurance.com
    They sell a 3-day policy that costs about $60.

    Please send the document to Skyler@ArtisanPromotionsinc.com

  • Sales tax is 6.35%

    For telephone assistance call: 860-297-5962 (from anywhere)

    Connecticut State Sales Tax information:

    Sales and Use Tax Permit is required from the Connecticut Department of Revenue Service to sell at a craft show.

    It is valid for 5 years, although it expires every 2 years and is then automatically renewed and mailed to you, as long as you have filed, even if it is Zero. The cost of the permit is $100 ($20 a year with a five year minimum). It should be posted in your booth.

    Click here to register for CT tax number

  • Its Free - Even the valet service is free (but you should tip the valet of course.)

    Parking and Transportation Info

  • Subject to Change:

    Saturday - 9am – 6pm
    Sunday - 9am – 5pm

  • Friday, May 9th = 8:30am – 7pm.

    Saturday, May 10th = 6am building opens for exhibitors to restock (dolly only)

    Sunday, May 11th = 7am building opens for exhibitors to restock (dolly only)

  • On setup day, exhibitors will be assigned specific move-in times to ensure an organized and efficient process. You’ll have the convenience of driving into the back of the expo hall to unload your items. From there, products will be transferred onto dollies to move across the floor to your booth.

    While vehicles cannot park directly next to individual booth spaces, driving into the hall minimizes the dollying distance compared to starting from outside. We will have ample staff on hand to assist with both the unloading and dollying process, ensuring a smooth and seamless setup experience. Please keep this system in mind when packing your products for the show.

  • Tribal health requires a commercial food license. You must have this license even if you are a maple syrup and honey producer. Once you’re an accepted exhibitor, we’ll send you more information.

    There is no charge for food vendor health permits.

  • Request posters and coupons by filling out the form and we will send them to you in the summer. If you run out, we are happy to send additional quantities.

    Request promo materials here.

  • Yes - You can learn more about how to take advantage of 3 different options here.