The Multicultural Fair is a staple of campus life at the University of Mary Washington. Boasting a yearly attendance of over 5,000 students, faculty, staff, and community members, it is one of the largest and longest-standing annual events on campus. It is a great opportunity to see the variety of cultures, experience the talents of numerous performers and artisans, and enjoy delicious cuisines from around the world!
Non-Profit Vendor Registration Information
Based on the University’s response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, all James Farmer Multicultural Center events until April 6 have been cancelled.
For updates on the COVID-19 (Coronavirus), visit FAQs. For any other questions or concerns, please email healthupdates@umw.edu or call/leave a message at 540-654-1999.
Registration Fees & Deadlines:
$50 [Early Bird – By Jan. 3]
$60 [by February 21]
$80 [after February 21]
The Multicultural Fair Planning Committee reserves the right to approve or deny any Non-Profit Vendor at the discretion of its members. Vendors will not submit registration fees before they have received approval of their application via email. Early fee payments will be returned as soon as they are received. You must wait for approval of application before submitting payment.
To qualify for discounted registration fees, forms must be received no later than Friday, February 21, 2020.
Postmarks will not be honored. Partial payments are not acceptable. No on-site registration.
Table Information
Participants must provide their own tablecloths. You may bring your own tables(s). Tables will be provided by the Multicultural Center for an additional charge of $20.00. Chairs will be provided free of charge. Two electrical outlets will be provided for food vendors upon request. However, due to the University’s limited electrical capabilities, food vendors are encouraged to bring their own electrical equipment and accessories (i.e. extension cords, surge protectors, etc.).
Payment Information
Please do not submit any payment until your primary contact has received official approval from our office. If you have any questions, please email umwjfmc@gmail.com.
Applications will not be accepted after March 20, 2020.
If you have any questions, please contact the James Farmer Multicultural Center by email at umwjfmc@gmail.com or by phone 540-654-1044