
Become a Vendor at Dedham Square Circle’s Summer Stroll
Be part of the excitement at the Summer Stroll event on Thursday, July 17 from 6-9pm (rain date July 24) in Dedham Square.
As the sun starts to set, the Square will shut down vehicular traffic and High Street will open to strolling, live bands, art, food, outdoor dining, beer garden, activities, shopping Square businesses and street vendors. Stroll, eat, drink, sit and listen to music under the stars in beautiful Dedham Square. An estimated 3,000+ people attended the 2024 Summer Stroll. This event is free for visitors to attend.
Vendor Information
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Apply here on our Marketspace registration system.
Space is limited, vendor fees must be paid in full within a week of acceptance or booth space will be forfeited. If vendors fees not paid by June 17, your booth space will be given to waitlist vendors.
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Vendors who plan to sell processed foods must apply for a 1 day permit with the Dedham Board of Health AFTER your vendor application is approved. Complete and return the permit form with $50 fee to the Dedham Health Department.
include a copy of your health permit from your local health department with your Board of Health application.
Board of Health Contact:
Dedham Health Department, Town of Dedham, 450 Washington Street, Dedham, MA 02026, 781-751-9220, M. Stephany Lopezmlopezsilva@dedham-ma.gov or Leontia Flanagan lflanagan@dedham-ma.gov
Vendors must have completed applications to the Health Department by June 15, 2025.
ALSO, Food vendors must provide a valid Certificate of insurance naming Dedham Square Circle, PO Box 593, Dedham MA 02026 as additionally insured within one week of being accepted as a vendor.
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Dedham Square Circle Summer Stroll Rules & Information
General Information
· The Dedham Square Circle will determine if vendors can be part of the Summer Stroll to ensure an appropriate mix of products in the space available.
· The Summer Stroll is run by the Dedham Square Circle. The Summer Stroll is NOT affiliated with the Town of Dedham.
Applications, Vendor Fees, Permits and Insurance
· All vendors must submit an application for the Summer Stroll and include all items to be sold at the Summer Stroll. Only approved items can be sold at the Summer Stroll.
· Vendors are accepted first come first serve. The Summer Stroll limits the number of vendors of similar types of products.
· Each vendor must sign a statement that they have read, understood, and agreed to abide by the rules and regulations of the Summer Stroll.
· Health and sanitation are priorities at the Summer Stroll. Vendors bringing items to Summer Stroll from a supply producer will ensure that all relevant permits are obtained relating to those items. All vendors will adhere to all federal and state health regulations, subject to oversight by the Dedham Health Department.
· Once your application to be a vendor at the Summer Stroll has been approved, you must submit the following:
o If you plan to sell processed foods (such as jams, baked goods, or ready to eat food), you must secure a one day health permit ($50) from the Town of Dedham at least 4 weeks prior to attending the Summer Stroll. Contact info for Board of Health: Dedham Health Department, M. Stephany Lopez-Silva, at mlopezsilva@dedham-ma.gov or Leontia Flanagan lflanagan@dedham-ma.gov at 781-751-9220.
o (for processed food vendors) Upload a copy of their Residential, Commercial or Wholesale Kitchen Permit.
o Pay vendor fees within one week of acceptance and by June 16, 2025 to secure your spot. Checks should be made payable to “Dedham Square Circle” and mailed to Dedham Square Circle at PO Box 593, Dedham, MA 02027.
o Proof of general liability insurance* is required for all vendors selling items for human or pet consumption, anything applied to any part of the body of a human or pet and flammable items. This is not a complete list. Proof of general liability insurance may be required for vendors of other products.
o Insurance Waiver* (for artists and makers only) Artists and Makers may attend the Summer Stroll as long as they sign a waiver. This exception applies only to vendors who will not sell, give away or sample: candy or food items, anything edible for pets, items to be put on pets or the human body including but not limited to lotion, oils, hair care, perfume, soap, cosmetics and lip balm. Waivers are located on the Summer Stroll page of the Dedham Square Circle website.
*You may scan and email these items to dedhamsquarecircle@gmail.com.· All vendors will allow the Summer Stroll to use their business names, logos, and other public information in print and electronic advertising and other promotions for the benefit of the Summer Stroll.
At The Summer Stroll
· Summer Stroll vendor locations will be assigned. Displays must be kept within space allotted and maintained to ensure public access.
· Vendors provide their own tables, chairs, tents and must have tent weights. Colorful signage, tablecloths and pleasing displays are encouraged.
· Vendors are responsible to clean their areas and remove all trash at the end of the event.
· All vendors will arrive at 4pm at the latest for set up and be cleaned up by 9:30pm.
· All prepared foods must be under cover, may not be handled with bare hands, and must have an ingredient label, an address of origin, and a net weight, according to MA regulations. Perishable items must be maintained in an appropriately chilled container, subject to approval and inspection by the health inspector. Approved food handling guidelines for the Summer Stroll are available to vendors from the Dedham Health Department. Should further questions arise, you may contact Dedham Health Department M. Stephany Lopez-Silva, at mlopezsilva@dedham-ma.gov or 781-751-9220.
· Vendors must keep their hands clean at all times, including washing them after using the restroom and smoking.
· No plastic single use plastic bags. The Town of Dedham has a plastic bag ban.
Should you need additional information or have questions, please don't hesitate to contact us: at dedhamsquarecircle@gmail.com
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Vendor fees can be paid through Marketspread or by check.
Make checks payable to Dedham Square Circle, PO Box 593, Dedham, MA 02027. Checks must be received within 10 days of acceptance.
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Artists (painters and photographers) are not required to have liability insurance as long as they sign our waiver. This exception applies only to vendors who will not sell, give away or sample: candy or food items, anything edible for pets, items to be put on pets or the human body including but not limited to lotion, oils, hair care, perfume, soap, cosmetics and lip balm.
Download, print, sign and return the below waiver.