Thank you for joining us as a vendor at our upcoming Plumeria Festival, here at the Los Angeles Arboretum!
This outdoor event is happening Friday, July 17, 2026 from 4:00 to 8:00pm, and Saturday, July 18, 2026 from 7:30am-2:00pm.
Below you’ll find answers to frequently asked questions. If you don’t see an answer to your question, feel free to email Danae at danae(dot)horst(at)arboretum.org.
Vendor FAQ’s
Q: Is this event outside? Is it fully shaded?
A: Yes- the event is outdoors, on grass. There is some shade, but you may want to bring your own canopy to ensure full shade all day. Keep in mind that temperatures in July can be very warm.
Q: Will vendors be able to drive on the grounds in their personal vehicles to set up and break down?
A: Yes. Vendors who need to drive to the event location must arrive at the South parking lot no earlier than 1 pm on Friday, July 17 to line up. Vendors will be escorted to event location by Arboretum staff. To make the process as smooth as possible, vendors are asked to unload, then park in the South parking lot before setting up their booth. Vendors may not drive on Arboretum grounds without an escort. All unloading must be completed, and vendor vehicles must be moved to the South parking Lot by 3:30 pm at the latest. Any vendor arriving after 3:30 pm will not be permitted to drive to the event location, but may bring items in by cart or wagon (not provided) from the main entrance.
Q: Can vendors use carts or wagons to bring their items in?
A: Yes. Vendors with simple setups who do not need to drive to the event location are encouraged to bring carts or wagons and walk to the event location. The Arboretum will not provide carts or wagons.
Q: Do vendors need to break down on Saturday even if they will be back Sunday?
A: Vendors participating on both days of the weekend may leave their tables, canopies, etc., overnight, but do so at their own risk. An overnight security officer will be present in the marketplace from 8 pm Friday to 6 am Saturday morning. The Arboretum accepts no liability for damage to, or theft of, any items left overnight.
Q: Will the event be held if it rains?
A: In the event of inclement weather, public health crisis, fire, storm, national emergency, or other “act of God”, this event will be canceled.
Q: Will power be provided, and if not, are generators permitted?
A: The Arboretum does not provide electrical, telephone, water, or drainage services to vendors. Generators are not permitted at this event.
Q: Do attendees need to purchase tickets to this market?
A: Plumeria Festival activities are included with Arboretum admission/free to Arboretum members. Vendors do not need to purchase Arboretum admission to participate.
Q: Can vendors bring in food/coolers for personal meals and use?
A: Yes. Although picnicking is not allowed at the Arboretum, vendors are welcome to bring food/beverages for personal meals during the event. All food must be kept away from wildlife, and trash should be disposed of in designated trash cans.
