Market Days

January 8 - Week of Welcome with Student Life

January 15 - Dino Market Day

January 22 - Employer Showcase with Career Services

January 29 - Camp Market Days

February 5 - Homecoming with Student Life

February 12 - Employer Showcase with Career Services

February 19 - Classic Market Day

February 26 - Osprey Involvement Center Involvement Fair and Student Government's 50th Anniversary

March 5 - Market Day Y2K

March 12 - Classic Market Day

March 26 - Employer Showcase with Career Services

April 2 - Comic Con Market Day

April 9 - Semester Send Off with Student Life

April 16 - Classic Market Day

An advance reservation is required to be a vendor. Walk up reservations are not accepted.

Vendors receive one (1) 3'x6' table and two (2) chairs in up to a 10'x10' booth space. Spaces are first come, first serve upon arrival. Additional space or equipment requires reserving additional booths.

Vendor check-in is from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m., and breakdown is from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Fees

External Vendor Rate: $30.00 (plus tax) per booth

• Includes UNF students not affiliated with a Student Organization
• Beginning Spring 2025, external vendors who register for six (6) booths in one semester and pay in full will receive their 7^th booth during that same semester free.

University Department Rate: $5.00 per booth

UNF Student Organization Rates:

• 1 free booth per Market Day
  • Must be in good standing with the Osprey Involvement Center or Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life.
  • Additional booths cost $15.00 each (plus tax).
• $15.00 (plus tax) per booth when there is a profit motive (e.g., collecting donations or selling items)

Contact Us

We're happy to answer any questions you may have about Market Days. For assistance, email su.reservations@unf.edu or call 904-620-2525 during business hours.

Reservations

• Vendors are required to complete a reservation request through Web App.
  • New Web App users must first request a new account and allow two (2) business days for account creation. 
  • Exceptions to the request deadlines will not be granted due to not having an active Web App account. 
• Web App requests are due by 5:00 p.m. on the Wednesday prior to the requested event date, unless otherwise posted.
• Vendors will be registered only for the dates selected in Web App.
• All requests are subject to approval by the Student Union Administration. Requests may be amended or denied.
• The signed Facilities Use Agreement, payment, liability insurance, and required documents are due by 3 p.m. on the Monday prior, unless otherwise communicated.
• Reservations must be cancelled by 3 p.m. on the Monday prior (unless otherwise posted).

Timeline

• Market Days events are from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• Vendor check is from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
• Vendors not checked in by 10 a.m. forfeit the reservation. Empty tables will be removed at 10 a.m.
• Vendors must remain out until the event ends at 1 p.m. (no early departures permitted).
• Vendors may remain out until as late as 2 p.m. if desired.
• If you would like to stay beyond 2 p.m. you must create a new reservation in Web App using the "Request Tabling" template. Tabling fees will apply.

Payments

• Prices are not fixed and subject to change at any time.
• The payment deadline for External Vendors and Student Organizations is usually 3 p.m. the Monday prior. Any early deadlines will be posted.
• University Departments will be invoiced after the last booking date on the reservation.
• Payment must be submitted in full in advance. Reservations will be cancelled due to failure to pay.
• Tax will only be removed with a valid Certificate of Exemption.
• Refunds will only be issued if Market Days is cancelled by the Student Union in advance.
• No refunds or credits for late cancellations, no shows, or weather delays and pauses.

Cancellations, No Shows & Failure to Confirm

• Cancellation notice must be submitted in Web App by 3 p.m. the Monday prior, unless otherwise posted.
• A refund or credit will not be issued due to failure to attend or cancel by the deadline.
• Cancellations after the deadline will not be refunded. A No Show penalty will apply for Student Organizations. Departments are still responsible for charges if they No Show.
• Reservations not in Confirmed status by the deadline will be cancelled for failure to confirm. After 2 instances of failure to confirm in a single semester, the vendor's remaining reservations will be cancelled.

Parking and Unloading

• External vendor parking passes are limited to 2 per vendor. If you require more than 2 passes you must purchase them directly from a Parking Services Pay-By-Plate Kiosk for $5.00 per pass.
• Unauthorized vehicles are not permitted in the Plaza. Take advantage of the loading zone and 20-minute parking spaces for your load-in/load-out needs.
• Load-in may begin no earlier than 8:30 a.m. Please complete load-in by 9:30 a.m.

Booth Setup

• Booths are first come, first served. Check in at 8:30 a.m. if you would like the most options.
• No amplified sound or music of any kind.
• No pets are permitted on campus.
• No glitter or confetti.
• A representative from your organization must be present at all times.
• Tents are not provided. You may bring a tent no larger than 10'x10' along with appropriate weights to secure it. Staking or tying off tents to structures is not permitted. Tents are not permitted to be set up under the overhang or canopies.
• Requests for special accommodations, such as electric outlet, additional tables, a vehicle, etc., must be done through Web App.
• Extension cords are not provided. Vendors must bring their own. A limited number of outlets are available.

Restrictions

• The Student Union reserves the right to limit items sold or given away that may conflict with participating Market Day vendors or not fit programmatic needs.
• Vendors must provide a list of all items to be sold or given away when completing a Market Days reservation request and receive approval.
• The following items may not be sold at Market Days:
  • Food and beverage
  • Items that require a special state license (e.g., pets, etc.)
  • Items that violate U.S. copyright or patent laws (e.g., copied DVDs, etc.)
  • Drug or smoking paraphernalia, pornographic or illegal items
  • Items bearing the University of North Florida logo, image, name, tagline and/or motto
  • Items already sold on campus which violate the University’s existing contracts (e.g., textbooks, food and beverage unless previously approved)
  • Credit cards
  • CBD oils
  • Alcohol
• Food and beverage samples may be given away at no charge with pre-approval.

  • Individually wrapped, prepackaged, non-perishable snacks are permitted to be given away at no cost.

  • Otherwise, the food vendor must be registered with UNF:Licensed and Registered Food Vendor List

    • To register a new food vendor, food service license and liability insurance must be submitted.

• Interactive games, such as cornhole or spin-the-wheel, are a great way to attract attention.
• Students don't often carry cash. Vendors are welcome to bring their own "Square" or card reader for accepting payments. 
• Clearly display your prices, and keep in mind the main demographic of Market Days is college students.
• Bring a tablecloth and accessories. Students are enticed by setups that show that time and thought was put into them. The more eye-catching your table, the more traffic you may attract.
• Signs let guests know who you are, what you're selling, and other details you want to share.
• Bring a smile! Students love interacting with vendors who are happy to see them. You set the attitude for your day.
• If you would like to chalk on the Osprey Plaza pavement, it must be on an open, uncovered sidewalk and not on paver bricks, planters or walls.
• On Market Day theme days, we encourage you to dress up and play to the theme at your booth!

Ready to be a part of the Market Day experience? Request to be a vendor at an upcoming Market Day!

Deadlines

• Reservation requests are due through Web App by 5:00 p.m. the Wednesday prior to the event date.
• Once the Web App request has been approved, vendors will receive a Facilities Use Agreement to sign.
• The signed agreement, liability insurance, required documentation, and payment must be received by 3 p.m. the Monday prior.

Registration Steps

Vendor reservations are only processed through Web App, the Student Union's online reservations system.

1. To access Web App, you must first have an active account created. New Web App Account Request
   • Keep in mind:
     • Account requests are processed during business hours, typically within 2 business days, so plan accordingly.
     • Do not submit multiple account requests. 
     • Exceptions to the request deadlines will not be granted due to not yet having an active account.
2. Once you have an active Web App account, submit vendor reservations using the below links.

If you experience log in issues, contact su.reservations@unf.edu for assistance during business hours. Please do not submit Web App account issues to the ITS Help Desk.

Payment schedule

Final payment is due on the date listed on the Facilities Use Agreement. Any additional expenses incurred on the day of the reservation will be billed to the client.

Accepted forms

Cash, checks, and debit/credit cards are accepted. In person payments are only accepted during normal business hours. 

Cash payments must be submitted in person. Debit and credit card payments must be submitted online through Cashnet below.

Checks may be submitted in person or through the mail. All checks must be made out to the "University of North Florida." A valid driver’s license will be requested for check payments. INSF checks will be subject to additional fees by the University. 

Online payments

Card payments must be made online through the Cashnet button below. You will need to provide the Reservation Number. Please refer to the payment instructions you received from the Event Coordinator to ensure you submit the payment correctly. Incorrect payments will be refunded in full. Please contact us if you have any questions about how to submit online payments.

Make a Cashnet Payment

Payments by mail

Payments sent through mail must be received by the due date. The physical mailing address is: