SAVE THE DATE!

June 12

Colburn Park • Rain or Shine

 

 
For our 5th annual salute to the LGTBQIA+ community, we’re turning up the volume! Our popular resource and artisan fair will be held in Colburn Park followed by a loud and proud dance party inside the theater with guest DJs.

Lebanon Opera House proudly stands with the LGBTQIA+ community. By embracing belonging and inclusion we strengthen our community and ourselves.

We’ve seen amazing community support and attendance at our Pride events since 2022 and can’t wait to continue to celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community for years to come.



LOH Pride: Party in the Park

Resource & Artisan Fair

Tabling & Vendor Information

EVENT DETAILS
Date: Friday, June 12
Time: 6-8:30 PM (Set up 5 PM | Breakdown 8:30 PM)
Location: Colburn Park, Lebanon, NH

EVENT EXPECTATIONS

  • This event is a celebration of LGBTQIA+ community, identities, and resilience.
  • This event is founded in JOY and we strive to be empathetic and nonjudgmental, respect personal space and boundaries, and use non-threatening language and non-verbals.
Tabling Application Vendor Application

FAQ [Click question below to expand]

I am interested in representing a business or organization and tabling at LOH Pride. Is this event the right fit for my business or organization?

 
Businesses and organizations of all types are encouraged to apply to table at LOH Pride. Unfortunately our celebration isn’t always the right platform for everyone, please view our “tabling guidelines” below to get a better understanding if this is the correct opportunity! All tabling applications will be reviewed under our “tabling guidelines.” Tabling slots are not reserved until after your application has been approved and confirmed by email.

 

I am an artist or crafter interested in vending at LOH Pride. Can I apply?

 
Artists and crafters of all mediums and styles are encouraged to apply to vend at LOH Pride. Unfortunately our celebration isn’t always the right platform for everyone, please view our “vending guidelines” below to get a better understanding if this is the correct opportunity! All vending applications will be reviewed under our “vending guidelines.” Slots are not reserved until after your application has been approved and confirmed by email.

 

What should I bring (RESOURCE/TABLING BUSINESS OR ORGANIZATION)

 

  • Table(s)
  • Chair(s)
  • Tent (10×10 MAX SIZE — if you have a tent that is greater than 10×10 or would like to set up multiple tents you MUST inform us in advance after your application has been approved)
  • Organizational Resources and Supplies (handouts, pamphlets, flyers, etc)
  • Other Supplies (water, snacks/food, sunblock, sunglasses, an umbrella or rain gear, any other necessary items for your safety and comfort)

 

What should I bring (VENDOR)

 

  • Table(s)
  • Chair(s)
  • Tent (10×10 MAX SIZE — if you have a tent that is greater than 10×10 or would like to set up multiple tents you MUST inform us in advance after your application has been approved)
  • Your wares & any display equipment (handouts, pamphlets, flyers, etc)
  • POS, chase (small bills for change)
  • Other Supplies (water, snacks/food, sunblock, sunglasses, an umbrella or rain gear, any other necessary items for your safety and comfort)

 

How can I support LOH Pride?

 
Lebanon Opera House (LOH) is committed to serving our community in unique and joyous arts-grounded ways including LOH Pride. As an independent non-profit organization, every dollar raised directly supports LOH staff, LOH programming including our annual Pride Celebration, and our mission.

If you would like to make a donation in support of Pride, donations can be completed online (click HERE) or by check (include LOH Pride in the comments line).

 

Is this event indoors or outdoors?

 
LOH Pride is an outdoor event! Please plan accordingly.

 

What happens in case of inclement weather?

 
LOH Pride is a rain or shine festival! If we are affected by poor weather conditions, including light to heavy rain and/or moderate wind, the festivities will go on. Please ensure that everything that you’re responsible for is appropriately covered/protected, and strapped down depending on the day’s weather.

 

How accessible is your event?

 
The LOH Pride Party in the Park (Resource and Artisan Fair) takes place in Colburn Park in downtown Lebanon, NH. This space features wide walkways and flat grounds. Tent locations will be on top of grass, please reach out if you have additional mobility or accessibility concerns.

 

Where can I park? How do I unload? Can I bring my vehicle directly into the park?

 
Parking is FREE in downtown Lebanon, NH. We have an interactive parking map available online, click HERE. We ask that you unload and then move your vehicle to one of the municipal parking lots behind LOH/City hall. Space around the park is limited. Due to the nature of this event and the extensive set up we ask that all vehicles remain outside of the park for safety and logistical reasons.

 

I need electricity, are there tent slots that provide electricity?

 
Yes! Although limited, we can provide a number of tabling slots that have access to electricity.

 

What should I know about load-in and load-out?

 
All accepted applicants will be emailed all necessary load-in and load-out information in advance of the event.

 

Is there set up, breakdown, or break support?

 
Yes! Volunteers will be available to help with carrying supplies, setting up tables and tents, and providing short table coverage for breaks if needed.

 

Should my tent be staked or weighted?

 
Yes! Tents are required to be staked or weighted. If you are in need of tent stakes, additional stakes will be available when you check in.

 

What is LOH doing to ensure my safety and the safety of the participants of this event?

 
Every year, LOH takes active measures to ensure the safety of participants of our event including de-escalation practices, staff preparation, and more!

Please stay tuned as we’re working to build our safety plan as the world and our community continue to rapidly change.

All participants are encouraged to implement an “open eyes, open ears” mentality. If concerned, harassed, threatened, or uncomfortable, please alert an LOH staff member or volunteer immediately.

 

Is there any space that I can highlight a specific event or upcoming opportunity in addition to my table?

 
Yes! LOH will have a Community Posting Board. Organizations are given the opportunity to supply one 11×17” or smaller size poster, flyer, or advertisement for display. Contents should be specific to the LGBTQIA+ community and promote an upcoming event, on-going open support group, or other date-specific relevant material. General information should be kept within your organization’s dedicated tabling space.

 

TABLING GUIDELINES:
The following businesses and organizations are encouraged to join us for LOH Pride:

  • LGBTQIA+ specific resource organizations, support groups, networks, and LGBTQIA+ mission based organizations
  • LGBTQIA+ ally resource organizations
  • Resource organizations that support LGBTQIA+ communities in intersectional ways (community healthcare, law and policy, community resources and spaces, etc)

The following businesses and organizations are asked to consider other opportunities for engagement:

  • Individual political candidates, single party political movements or organizations, politics revolving non-LGBT specific issues (Voter information and advocacy groups are still welcome to apply!)
  • Religious entities, churches, congregations, etc. (Specific congregation led LGBTQIA+ community support groups are invited to apply!)
  • Businesses or organizations whose direct service or purpose do not directly support the LGBTQIA+ community

Not certain? No worries! Apply anyway and we’ll be happy to reach out if we have any questions.

VENDOR GUIDELINES:
Vendor acceptance information:

  • Applicants must be self identified members of the LGBTQIA+ community or an ally to the LGBTQIA+ community (spaces are prioritized to members of the community first)
  • All work should be of original design, handcrafted, and/or up-cycled
  • Our goal is to support creative entrepreneurs therefore the following applications will automatically be disqualified; MLM (multi-level marketing), AI (artificially generated) artwork, or commercially manufactured art or work assembled from commercially available kits
  • All vendors should be operating within full compliance of all federal, state, and local laws and regulations
  • Vendors are responsible for collecting all payments for transactions and bringing their own change.

Application and event information:

  • Applications are due by 11:59 PM on Wednesday, May 13. Acceptances will be sent by email by 11:59 PM ET Monday, May 18
  • Vendor fee is $15 for a 10×10′ slot (vendors may apply for a free waiver of cost during their application process); vendor payments are due within 15 days after the application is approved
  • This event is outdoors; vendors are responsible for all their equipment including tables, tents, chairs, etc
  • This event is RAIN OR SHINE; all vendors are responsible for the safety and security of their products during the event (vendor fees are non-refundable)
  • Electricity is not guaranteed, please request upon application
  • Free Wi-fi is publicly available on site; quality, security, connectivity, and bandwidth are not guaranteed