Vendor Applications

The Town of Valdese offers three events each year where vendors are invited to attend. Please see below for event details and application deadlines:

Spring Craft Market - Held annually on Temple Field in April - The event welcomes over 80 vendors and offerings are restricted to handmade items. Applications for this event are available in January each year. VENDOR SPACES FOR 2026 ARE FULL.

Waldensian Festival - The Waldensian Festival has been held for over 50 years and offers over 150 booth spaces on Main Street. All vendors are welcome to apply for this event. Applications become available in January of each year. - Application

Christmas in November Craft & Gift Show - This event is held the second weekend in November each year. The two-day event boasts offerings from over 80 vendors and is restricted to handmade items only. Held at the Historic Old Rock School, the event welcomes over 1,500 attendees. Applications for this event are available in July each year.

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Valdese Annual Craft Shows

Enjoy an indoor event with over 60 handmade craft vendors offering unique items!
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Meeting Room Rentals

Meeting Room Rentals:The Old Rock School has four meeting rooms available for public rental in the upstairs of the b…
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Old Rock School

The Old Rock School remains an iconic symbol of the Valdese community. All of the spaces in the School are available for public rental, so renters can enjoy the rich history of the Town while hosting their own special event.
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Waldensian Room Rental

Plan your next banquet, party, conference or shower at the Old Rock School Waldensian Room.
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Teacher's Cottage Rental

Plan your next birthday party, baby shower and special event at the Teacher's Cottage.
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Village Park Mural

Artist Clive Haynes’ thirty by ninety foot mural, painted on the side of a building depicts images of the Italian village where the Waldensians lived until they moved to North Carolina.
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Community Theatre

Old Colony Players is a thriving community theatre company who calls Valdese home. Artfully performing since 1967, OCP …
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Major's Supper & Socials

Major's Supper & Socials: neighborhood dinner spot serving Asian-inspired comfort food with curated wine, beer & cocktails.
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Barkside Pet Grooming

An award winning pet salon with award winning professional groomers have appointments available! Full dog grooming and bathing services along with spa treatments.
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Settlemyre Nursery

Settlemyre Nursery is located in Valdese, NC. We carry a wonderful selection year round. Our live plant selection is superior. Shop the area's highest quality and locally grown plant material. Stop in & see the difference. Interstate 40, exit 107.