Please note that the deadline for applying is January 31, 2024.

When: Thursday April 4, 2024 - (set up) 

            Friday April 5, 2024 - 9am - 1pm (GED) 

            Saturday April 6, 2024 - 10 - 7pm (first day) 

            Sunday April 7, 2024 - 12 - 7pm (second day) 

• South Carolina Service Organizations and Educational Institutions are given an opportunity to showcase the work they do among or on behalf of the international community. (If organizers are unfamiliar with your work, you may be asked for supporting information or references.)

• One booth is assigned based on the application date and for a minimum donation of $300.

• The Festival Office reserves the right to limit the number of booths representing the same type of organization.

• Due to space limitations and other considerations, all applicants may not be accepted.

• Booth location will be assigned at the discretion of the Festival Management.

• If there are still spaces available after the registration deadline, you may be able to secure a second booth for an additional donation of $150.

• After you receive notification that your application has been accepted, please submit all fees to Columbia International Festival at 610 Pickens St., Columbia, SC 29201. Payment can be made by check/money order.

• All fees are due by March 8, 2024, and are non-refundable unless the application is rejected. Fees are also non-refundable for no-shows, or withdrawals or removals after acceptance.

• Participants should wear their issued Festival name tags at all times to identify themselves and their roles to visitors. Wristbands serve as admission passes for participants and will be issued with your main packet upon sign-in.

• You may not sell anything in this section.