CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (CLARKSVILLENOW) – The Clarksville Downtown Market is accepting applications for vendors for its 2017 season, which begins May 20 and runs through October 14.

The 2017 market season will be from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays in downtown Clarksville on Public Square. Since its opening in 2009, the Clarksville Downtown Market has been voted the number one farmers’ market in Tennessee every year.

The Clarksville Downtown Market is seeking vendors of all types. Sellers of local produce, dairy, honey, flowers, cheeses, meats, food products, baked goods/breads, and artisan items are strongly encouraged to apply, but all applicants will be considered. All items must be handmade, homegrown or gathered by the seller or family members.

“The Clarksville Downtown Market is a great way for citizens to interact with those who grow and produce locally and I am so excited to be a part of that connection,” said Market Manager Channel Lemon. “I encourage all local farmers and artisans to apply.”

The fee for a full-time vendor, selling at all 20 market days, is $200. The fee for part-time vendors, selling at 10 market days, is $150. Fill-in vendors must pay $20 per market day. All vendor spaces include one white 10-by-10 tent, one table, one chair and access to electricity. The fees for food truck vendors is $700 for all 20 market days or $45 per market day as a fill-in vendor.

Interested vendors and food trucks can apply online at www.clarksvilledowntownmarket.com. Vendors must apply each year. Non-produce vendors are required to submit photos of their products and produce vendors must complete a farm inspection conducted by our Market Manager. Applications must be submitted by March 17 to be considered.

Live music continues to be a part of our Market atmosphere. If you or your group are interested in performing during one of our market days, apply online at clarksvilledowntownmarket.com.

For complete vendor rules and guidelines, contact Clarksville Parks + Recreation at 931-645-7476 or visit www.clarksvilledowntownmarket.com.