Festival

GENERAL REGULATIONS

1. Booths will be reserved on a first come first served basis with priority going to Claremont based organizations.
2. Each booth must display a sign, at least 8 ½” x 11”, stating the name of the non-profit organization.
3. Each booth space will be a 10’ x 10’. Organizations may not use space outside of their assigned area for storage, seating, etc.
4. All organizations must agree to abide by all deadlines, rules and regulations set forth by the Independence Day Committee and City of Claremont. Infractions may result in suspension from future participation.
5. All organizations must comply with all fire codes, laws, ordinances, and regulations pertinent to health, fire prevention, and public safety.
6. Organizations are responsible for unloading, set-up and clean-up of their booths.
7. Organizations may not enter the unloading zone until the time specified on the parking pass and may not leave their vehicle unattended.
8. Speed limit within the unloading zone is 5 MPH.
9. Booths must not open or close before times specified on the forms.
10. No refunds for cancellations. Organizations that fail to show up may be suspended from future participation.
11. Booth locations are not guaranteed and are made at the discretion of the Independence Day Committee and City of Claremont.
12. All tape, decorations, supplies and equipment must be completely removed. Booths and tables must be left in their original condition.
13. Portable generators are prohibited.
14. Amplified sound is prohibited. Prior approval is required for acapella music and/or entertainment at individual booths.
15. All booths must have adult supervision at all times.
16. City of Claremont and event sponsor booths are exempt from booth regulations.

FOOD BOOTH GENERAL REGULATIONS

1. Priority registration will be given to Claremont based non-profit organizations. If there are any remaining booth spaces after the non-profit application period closes, commercial food booths may be accepted at the discretion of the Independence Day Committee and City of Claremont.
2. Each food booth must display a sign, indicating the menu and prices.
3. All food items must be listed on the application form and be approved in advance by the
4. Independence Day Committee and the City of Claremont.
5. All organizations must fill out Los Angeles County Health Department forms and read the Health Department guidelines.
6. All organizations must meet Los Angeles County Health Department guidelines.
7. Los Angeles County Health Department permit must be displayed in food booth at all times.
8. No non-food sale items, or opportunity drawings (raffles) are allowed.
9. Food sales may only take place at the food booth.
10. Participants are responsible for paying their own sales taxes.
11. Booths will be provided with one 10’x10’ portable canopy, one 8’ table, netting for all four sides of the booth, and rubber flooring.

GAME/FEE-BASED ACTIVITY BOOTH

1. Only non-profit organizations may participate, with priority going to Claremont based organizations.
2. No sale items or opportunity drawings (raffles) are allowed.
3. Food or beverages may not be distributed, with the exception of a wrapped piece of candy.
4. A random drawing will be conducted if more than one group wants to have the same activity.
5. Each group must submit proof of 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Status upon request.
6. Participants are responsible for paying their own sales taxes.
7. Electricity is not available.
8. Booths will be provided with one 8’ table. All other equipment must be provided by the organization.

INFORMATION/NON-FEE-BASED ACTIVITY BOOTH

1. Only non-profit organizations may participate, with priority going to Claremont based organizations.
2. No items are to be sold and no donations may be accepted, including opportunity drawings (raffles).
3. Organization must provide a list of free giveaways. 
4. Food or beverages may not be distributed, with the exception of a wrapped piece of candy.
5. Electricity is not available.
6. Booths will be provided with one 8’ table. All other equipment must be provided by the organization.

SELLING BOOTHS

1. Only non-profit organizations may participate, with priority going to Claremont based organizations.
2. All selling items must be listed on the application form and be approved in advance by the Independence Day Committee and City of Claremont.
3. A random drawing will be conducted if more than one group wants to sell the same item.
4. Each group must submit proof of 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Status upon request.
5. Participants are responsible for paying their own sales taxes.
6. Opportunity Drawings (raffles) must be approved in advance by the City of Claremont and adhere to applicable state and local laws.
7. Food or beverages may not be distributed, with the exception of a wrapped piece of candy.
8. Electricity is not available.
9. Sales may only take place at the selling table.
10. Booths will be provided with one 8’ table. All other equipment must be provided by the organization.