"Tree Lighting Festival - Lake Sumter" Logo atop a background of two blurred lights.

Tree Lighting Festival 2025 - Lake Sumter Vendor Application

About this Application

Thank you for your interest in being a vendor with The Villages Entertainment. Before submitting an application please read our Special Event Vendor Guidelines. These guidelines outline everything that is required of vendors to participate in our events.

We do receive a high volume of applications for all of our events and can not guarantee a space to everyone who submits an application. If you’re application is accepted you will receive an invoice for your space which must be paid before you are assigned a space at the event.

Event Information & Pricing
Dec 06, 2025 | 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Lake Sumter Landing

The Tree Lighting Festivals offer magical lights, live music, and a magical evening for the whole family!

In order to participate in this event we do require that you carry insurance for this event. If you do not already have Insurance you may purchase individual event insurance by using the link below. Proof of insurance will be required before you are admitted to the event.

Festival Highlights

  • Santa’s Village | Visit Santa & Mrs. Claus!

  • Event-Themed Food Trucks | Seasonal snacks, treats, and meals

  • Market Vendors | Local and visiting artisans, retail, and specialty booths

  • Live Music | Stage entertainment throughout the event

  • Stilt Walkers & Street Performers | Interactive atmosphere performers

    Vendor Information

    Vendor booths are placed throughout the square to encourage optimal visibility and guest engagement.
    Event invoices will be sent out September 01, 2025, and all vendor payments must be received no later than October 01, 2025.

    Space Type

    Size

    Price

    Standard Booth

    10′ x 10′

    $100

    Standard Booth

    10′ x 20′

    $200

    Premium Booth

    10′ x 10′

    $150

    Premium Booth

    10′ x 20′

    $300

    Corporate Standard Space

    (limited quantity)

    10′ x 10′

    $450

    Important Information

    • Location: Lake Sumter Landing

    • Vendor Setup: Spaces arranged around the square for guest flow

    • Deadline: Invoices will be sent September 1. Payment due by October 1, 2025

    • Guidelines: All vendors must adhere to the Special Events Vendor Guidelines

Vendor Application

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"In consideration of being allowed to participate as a Vendor during Festivals and/or Special events, I agree to release, discharge, hold harmless and covenant not to sue The Villages of Lake-Sumter, Inc., The Villages® Operating Company, The Villages® Center Community Development District, Sumter Landing Community Development District, affiliates, employees, and agents, and each of the above entities' directors, officers, members, and each of their (collectively, the “Released Parties”) from all liability to me, my agents, assigns, heirs, personal representatives, and next of kin for all claims for damages, or other losses and damages (each a “claim”) of any nature arising out of or relating to my person or property including loss that was caused by the negligence, action or inaction of the Released Parties, or otherwise. Additionally, I agree to hold harmless, defend and indemnify the aforesaid Parties from any claim by any of my agents and invitees. This Release, Waiver and Hold Harmless is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by Florida Law and if any portion is held invalid or legally unenforceable, the balance should not withstand continue in full force and effect."