VENDOR FAQs

Where does this event take place?
The Fest will take place at Metropolitan Pavilion at 125 W 18th St in NYC.

What is the criteria for becoming an exhibitor at the Fest?
Exhibitors are restricted to comic and cartoon artists and their representatives. This includes: Artists of creator-owned comics, publishers, and writers, selling only comic/cartoon art, comics and graphic novels. Exhibitors must display some published material (self-published accepted) to be eligible. Objects created by or featuring A.I. Generated or Assisted art are not eligible for this Festival. 

How do I become a vendor?
Online applications will be posted on this page on September 1, 2024. They will close on October 2nd at 9am. Acceptance or rejection notifications will be sent in late October. Payment is due by December 1st, 2024.

What if I need to cancel my table?
Vendors have until December 1st to cancel their table to receive a full refund. Any tables canceled past this deadline will not be eligible for a refund.

What size are the tables?
6 Foot Tables are 6 feet by 30 inches. 4 Foot Tables are 4 feet by 30 inches. They will be covered with a red tablecloth. Each table will have two chairs. 

Can I share my table with another artist?
Yes. Number of tablemates TBD.

Is there pipe and drape?
Yes, tables that are not in front of a wall will have 8 ft. black pipe and drape behind them. 

Can I hang material on the wall?
Yes, Metropolitan Pavilion allows lightweight material to be placed on the wall using ONLY artist tape.

Is there access to wifi and electrical outlets?
Every vendor will have access to wifi. Please specify in the application if you require electricity.

When will vendor load-in take place?
Vendors can set up on Friday, March 14th and/or on Saturday, March 15th. Times tbd.

What are the table fees?
Prices for the 2025 TBD.