Vendor Call for the Festival du Nain Rouge
A Celebration of Legend & Heritage in Windsor, OntarioFestival du Nain Rouge 2026
Date: Saturday, March 28, 2026
Time:1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Mill Street Park & Mill Street (closed section), Old Sandwich Town, Windsor, Ontario
Greetings, Purveyors of the Peculiar and Guardians of Joie de vivre, Do you create, curate, or conjure something wonderfully original? Are your wares whimsical, your crafts captivating, or your food fantastically French-inspired (or delightfully decadent)? If so, the legendary Nain Rouge summons you!The 4th edition of the Festival du Nain Rouge is coming to historic Mill Street Park in Old Sandwich Town, Windsor. This spring fair celebration is growing! We at MACCSO*, celebrate the local legend of the Nain Rouge—the mysterious “red dwarf” of Detroit River lore—and the vibrant French heritage of our region. We aim to create an atmosphere of quirky charm, community spirit, and playful mystery. There will be concerts, music, dancing, singing and a kid’s corner. We are a family friendly bilingual event!We are seeking 30 exceptional vendors who embody a special flair, a touch of the extraordinary, and that certain je ne sais quoi. Whether your craft is inspired by folklore, French-Canadian culture, or simply your own unique imagination, we want you!
Vendor Details:
Event Date & Time: Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
Set-Up Location: Artisan & Craft Vendors will be located within Mill Street Park. Food Vendors will be stationed on the closed section of Mill Street directly in front of the park.
Vendor Fee:Artisan/Craft Vendors: A $25 fee to secure your 10’x10′ space.
Food Vendors: No fee for food service vendors.
Vendor Requirements:
Tent & Weights: All vendors must provide their own 10’x10′ weighted tent.
Originality: We prioritize unique, handmade, and locally crafted or curated goods.
How to Apply:
Please submit the following information to [email protected] by Friday, February 13, 2026:
1. Business/Artist Name & Contact Information.
2. Detailed description of your products or menu (links to website/social media/photos are highly encouraged!).
3. A brief statement on what makes your offering original, quirky, or fun.
Selection Process: Applications will be reviewed by our committee with an eye for creativity, quality, and diversity to create a truly captivating market atmosphere. Join us in weaving a little magic along the Detroit River. Let’s celebrate the legend, the history, and the vibrant creative spirit of our community in a day of playful springtime revelry!Questions? Contact us at [email protected] On behalf of the Festival du Nain Rouge Committee, Au revoir et à bientôt… peut-être!Avery TraceyPresident of MACCSONote: This is a rain or shine event. Vendor fees are non-refundable. All food vendors must comply with local health unit regulations and permits.This event is run by the local non-profit organization, MACCSO (Milieu artistique et connexions culturelles du Sud-Ouest). This event is sponsored by Sandwich Town BIA, CCFWEK, AEFO Unité 63Press: ONFR, UWindsor, Detroit Free Press, BonjourOntario