A Faerie, Merry Christmas
Holiday Maker’s Market & Renaissance Faire
Saturday, December 5, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Amis Mill Eatery | 127 W. Bear Hollow Rd, Rogersville, TN
Event Overview
Join us for a magical outdoor holiday market and revive Rogersville's renaissance traditions at historic Amis Mill. Expect artists, makers, folk music, storytelling, games, a costume contest, and a festive atmosphere along the creek. Amis Mill Eatery will be open with a special themed dinner to match the day.
30% of all vendor fees will be donated to Of One Accord Ministries to support their “Christmas for the Children” program. The remaining funds cover porta-potties, storytelling, venue support for Amis Mill, and event hosting costs.
Vendor Fees
Early Bird: $60 per booth (through October 15)
Regular Rate: $70 per booth (October 16 – final deadline)
Fees are for a standard 10×10 space. Max 2 spaces per vendor.
No payment is due until your application is reviewed and accepted. Slots are not guaranteed until payment is received.
Who We’re Looking For
- Artists & makers
- Blacksmiths & metalworkers
- Woodworkers
- Handmade crafts & goods
- Cottage food producers (jams, jellies, baked goods, etc.)
- Small businesses looking to market and sell
- Other complementary vendors that fit a family-friendly Renaissance + holiday market
Not accepted: Food trucks or full meal vendors (we are supporting Amis Mill Eatery).
Cottage Food Note: Tennessee has a permissive Cottage Food law. Please review the current guidelines here: [Tennessee Cottage Food / Food Freedom Act information](https://www.tn.gov/agriculture/consumers/food-safety/cottage-food.html) (or current official link). Proper labeling is required.
Important Schedule & Rules
- Vendor Check-in / Load-in: 9:00 AM
- No vendor entry after 10:00 AM (this helps keep the event flowing smoothly)
- Booths must be fully set up by 11:30 AM
- Event opens to the public at 12:00 PM sharp
- Vendors must remain open and vending until 6:00 PM — no early breakdown
- All vendors must be fully cleared from the field site by 7:30 PM
- Amis Mill Eatery is open until 9:00 PM — vendors are encouraged to stay and support them during the day for lunch or for dinner after breakdown
Additional Requirements
- This is a fully outdoor event with no electricity provided. Generators are permitted. Please wear warm clothing and bring your own hand warmers.
- You must provide your own tent, weights, tables, seating, etc.
- Tent weights are mandatory. Wind can easily tip unweighted tents and damage products, other vendors, or guests.
- Highly recommended: bring battery-operated string lights and decorate your booth with holiday and Renaissance flair (draping, banners, greenery, etc.).
- Costumes are strongly encouraged (fairies, elves, Renaissance, festive winter garb, etc.).
- Pack out all trash. Leave your space clean.
- Respect fellow vendors and the historic property.
- Parking information and final booth assignment map will be sent closer to the event date.
Selection Process
Not every application will be accepted. Vendors will be selected to create a good variety of products and a strong shopping experience for guests. We aim for a balanced, high-quality market.
Weather & Refund Policy
If weather makes the event impossible to hold, all paid vendor fees will be fully refunded.
Otherwise, there are no refunds for either cancellations or no-shows. Your vendor fee can be applied to a future Jangled Jester Faire in the event of cancellation.
How to Apply
Please complete the vendor application form below. Once reviewed, accepted applicants will receive payment instructions, invitation to Jangled Jester's private vendors' Facebook group, and further details.
For questions and additional support, please email: support@jangledjester.com
Vendor Application: https://forms.gle/RfK3sAAeKyjEWe6X8
