Tucson Folk Festival
Elise Grecco Community Marketplace
Artisan & Craft Artists, Food Trucks, Exhibitors, Non-Profits
2025 Food Vendors
Enjoy a variety of delicious food and beverages from our incredible lineup of vendors!
La Bufadora Tucson AZ – Seafood delights with Baja-style fish and shrimp tacos.
Eatgypt – Healthy and gluten-free Egyptian dishes, including koshary, ta’ameya (Egyptian falafel), sweet goulash, and traditional hibiscus lemonade.
Lovin’ Spoonfuls Vegan Restaurant – Vegetarian and vegan-friendly comfort food, including BBQ ‘beef’ sandwiches, walking tacos, gluten-free chili with cornbread, falafel wraps, hummus appetizers, and a selection of vegan desserts.
Col Mustard’s Hot Dogs / Mr. Ice Guy Italian Ice – New York-style hot dogs, bratwurst, polish sausages, and refreshing Italian Ice made in Tucson. Instagram Facebook
Pupuseria Rositas – Salvadorian food specialties such as pupusas, tacos, and quesadillas.
Yumyum Pocha Korean Cuisine – Asian flavors with Korean-style ramyeon noodles, stir-fry, fried rice, and mandu (dumplings). Instagram
Fiesta Filipina – Filipino cuisine with dinner bowls and plates, lumpia, empanadas, shrimp tempura, and pancit.
Fresh Fruit Raspados – Authentic Mexican raspados, street corn, churros, and more—cool, sweet, & savory!
Gus’s Gyros – Classic Greek and American favorites, including gyros, Philly cheesesteaks, hamburgers, hot dogs, corn dogs, pretzels, funnel cakes, and fresh lemonade.
3 Margarita’s Kitchen – Authentic Mexican food, featuring carne asada tacos, birria burritos, hot dog Sonora style, fiesta fries, and more.
BlackJack Citrus Infusions – Fresh lemonade and fruit-infused beverages.
Hot Pops Kettle Corn – Freshly popped kettle corn, caramel corn, and cheddar popcorn.
Hungary Express – Freshly made Hungarian-style funnel cakes with a variety of toppings, served hot and crispy.
JoJo’s Restaurant Taco Truck – Serving authentic street tacos, burritos, and Mexican favorites with fresh ingredients and bold flavors.
Come hungry and support our amazing local vendors while enjoying live music at the Tucson Folk Festival!
2025 Vendors and Exhibitors
Explore our vibrant marketplace featuring artisans, nonprofits, and business exhibitors!
Artisans & Vendors
Amethyst Junction, LLC – Handmade wood items: keychains, magnets, games, and more. Instagram | Facebook
Carlsen Infinity Jewelry – Custom-made jewelry using silver, gold-filled metals, and gemstones.
Cultura Life Design – Personalized Chicano-inspired gifts, handcrafted roses, and Chamoy & Tajin-covered candies. Instagram Facebook
Daisy Mae’s Goat Milk Soap – Handmade goat milk soap and lotion.
Dancing Rainbows Tie-Dye – Colorful, vibrant tie-dye clothing & accessories. Facebook
Desert Shen Holistic Healing – Traditional Chinese Medicine-based wellness, offering acupuncture, fire cupping, gua sha therapy, and medicinal mushroom supplements.
Dirty T Tamarindo – Chamoy-coated candies, rim dips, and freeze-dried sweets. Instagram
Earth’s Delights – Botanical-printed textiles, crocheted items, and natural-dyed fabrics. Instagram
Garms Charms Designs – Handmade polymer clay, gold-filled, and sterling silver jewelry.
Gramps3DPrint – 3D-printed figurines, D&D accessories, gnome purse charms, and more.
Greyt Escape – Handmade dog collars, leashes, and pet accessories, plus a selection of crystal suncatchers, windchimes, and bottle carriers.
Hands of the People – Handwoven hats, purses, and accessories using natural fibers. Instagram
Hands On Creations – Family-friendly fun with sand art, marionettes, and whimsical creations.
Innerwoven – Fiber art and macramé jewelry, inspired by nature. Instagram
Isms – Butterfly Conservation Art – Art celebrating nature and conservation with jewelry, lighting, and home décor. Instagram Facebook
Kjewelerscreations – Handmade jewelry featuring 100% natural gemstones, including bracelets, pendants, rings, and earrings. Custom orders available!
Maude Pods – Handcrafted jewelry featuring sacred geometry and ancient protea flowers. Instagram
Old Soul Henna – Temporary body art with intricate, custom henna designs.
Peppermint Jim – Family-grown and distilled peppermint and spearmint oils, featuring handmade muscle rubs, balms, lotions, deodorants, and more.
Quirky Decor – Unique, dimensional wall art and home decor. Facebook: Quirky Decor
Rozegrave Music Gear – Handmade percussion instruments for musicians. Instagram
Sierra Skulls – Unique handmade pendulums, keychains, Day of the Dead crosses, and colorful textiles.
Susan Munroe – Clear Sky Designs – Handmade jewelry, sun catchers, and magnets. Instagram Facebook
T.A.G. Custom Laser Engraving, LLC – Custom engraved tumblers, wallets, glasses, and more.
Tarot Crow – A metaphysical shop offering Tarot readings, incense, and handcrafted enchantments. Instagram
Terraform Together – Nonprofit teaching natural building, plus handmade ceramics using local minerals. Instagram
The Phabric Pharmacy – Hand-sewn quilted table runners, wall hangings, and unique textile crafts.
Volitional Health 365 – Handmade crystal-infused beauty products, copper jewelry, and charms designed for mindfulness and intention. Instagram
What a Gem – Unique gemstone jewelry and one-of-a-kind hats that combine craftsmanship and creativity.
Wishing Wells Crafting – Fantasy displays with insects, bones, crystals, and botanicals. Instagram
Kidszone
Arts & Crafts by Sunny Studio – Hands-on creative fun for kids!
Sparkled Wings Facepainting – Beautiful face painting for children and adults.
Comic Bookmobile – A mobile comic book store bringing literacy and entertainment to kids.
2025 Festival Sponsors
We are grateful for the support of our sponsors. They help make the Tucson Folk Festival possible! Visit their booth to say THANK YOU.
AZ Daily Star – A trusted source for Tucson news, supporting community arts and culture.
Natural Grocers – Offering organic groceries and natural products to support healthy lifestyles.
Renewal by Andersen – Energy-efficient windows and doors.
Business Exhibitors
APEX Windows and Bath – Games, raffles, and giveaways! Walk-In Showers, Bathroom Remodeling, & Home Windows Replacement Company.
First Impression Ironworks – Custom security doors, gates, railings, and ornamental ironwork with in-home consultations for personalized design solutions.
Jacuzzi Bath Remodel of Arizona – Free design consultations for bath and shower remodels.
Superior Water Treatment – Enter to win a $10,000 cash prize or an ATV!
The Window and Door Store – Home improvement services for windows and doors.
Tucson Electric Power – Providing free energy-saving devices, rebate information, and tips to help customers improve home energy efficiency.
Nonprofit Organizations
Desert Sky Community School – Inspiring students with nature, movement, and storytelling. Facebook
Fox Tucson Theatre – Prize wheel giveaways for concert tickets & theater swag. Instagram Facebook
Hot Rods for Hunger – Car raffle supporting the Community Foodbank of Southern Arizona.
JamPak Blues N Grass Neighborhood Band – Community music group fostering youth talent in bluegrass.
Saguaro City Music Theatre – Tucson’s nonprofit musical theatre company creating inclusive, community-driven performances.
APPLY TO BE A FESTIVAL VENDOR
VENDOR-EXHIBITOR APPLICATIONS OPEN UNTIL MARCH 1 OR UNTIL FULL
40th Annual Tucson Folk Festival
April 5 – 6, 2025
Located in Downtown Tucson on the streets surrounding Jacome Plaza
101 N Stone Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701
Saturday April 5, 12 PM – 9:30 PM**
Sunday April 6, 11:30 AM – 8:30 PM**
**Vendors need to be open: 12 PM – 7 PM on Saturday, 11:30 AM – 7 PM on Sunday
Vendor Questions can be directed to (520) 274-2758, matt@saaca.org
The Tucson Folk Festival returns to Downtown Tucson for our 40th annual festival. The 2025 festival will feature six stages of live music and over 150 performances in the streets surrounding Jacome Plaza! Vendors/Exhibitors will be stationed in the Elise Grecco Marketplace, named in memory of one of our longtime contributors, Elise Grecco, along Church Avenue from Pennington Street to Alameda Street. We are always looking for new ways to increase vendor/exhibitor business and exposure, and this will be a central thoroughfare in the middle of the festival this year. We are committed to making your experience at our festival both fun AND profitable at the same time!
We are excited to be partnering with the Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance (SAACA) this year and will be coordinating onsite production, staffing, and vendor management for the festival. Your questions can be sent to SAACA. Please submit a completed Vendor/Exhibitor Application online with the links above, along with your required documentation and payment. Food vendors and exhibitors will be invoiced separately after acceptance into the festival.
Throughout this festival season, you can visit our website and sign up for our email list to stay current on festival news. Feel free to contact SAACA with any questions. Your support truly enhances the Tucson Folk Festival experience for all!
**AS OF MARCH 3, WE ARE SOLD OUT ON VENDING BOOTHS. IF YOU ARE AN INFORMATIONAL ONLY EXHIBITOR, EMAIL MATT@SAACA.ORG, FOR AVAILABILITY.**
Artisans, Business Exhibitor, and Non-Profit Application (Max of 50 spaces)
DOWNLOAD THE VENDOR APPLICATION HERE
ARTISAN – SINGLE -10’ x 12’ artist booth space $275
ARTISAN – DOUBLE – 10’ x 24’ artist booth space $500
BUSINESS EXHIBITOR – SINGLE – 10’x12′ exhibitor booth space $450
BUSINESS EXHIBITOR – DOUBLE – 10’x24′ exhibitor booth space $800
NON-PROFIT – SINGLE 12’x12′ nonprofit booth space $200
Additional fees apply to add electricity, program ads, tents, tables, and set-up labor.
Food Vendor Application (Max of 12 spaces)
DOWNLOAD THE FOOD VENDOR APPLICATION HERE
$350 Medium Food Booth or Truck (14′ or Smaller)
$500 Large Food Booth or Truck (15′ or Larger)
ABOUT ELISE GRECCO
The Tucson Folk Festival vendor marketplace, featuring Arts & Crafts booths, Food Vendors, and Exhibitors, is named in memory of one of the Festivals’ long-time contributors, Elise Grecco.
Elise Grecco, a well-loved, gregarious, and velvet-voiced musician, was an enthusiastic advocate for music. She was a hard-working matriarch of the Folk Festival. Over the years, she became an increasingly integral part of the jigsaw puzzle called the Tucson Folk Festival. As the Festival grew, Elise continued to take on bigger roles throughout the year. She served as TKMA Board President in both 1996 and 1997.
Elise, her purse-full-of Folk Fest flyers, is remembered for handing them out at the 4th Avenue Street Fairs and roaming the lobby of Hotel Congress or the Rialto during intermissions, always spreading the word about the Tucson Folk Festival. When needed, she would schlep cases of water and soda from Costco, pick up t-shirts and CDs, or transport musicians who needed a ride. She was the one who would bush-whack through the red tape required to get permits to conduct the Festival each year; it takes a village of bureaucrats to put on the Tucson Folk Festival. After decades of work, behind-the-scenes organizing, on-the-ground directing, and tying up loose ends afterward, her legacy is the Tucson Folk Festival.