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Exhibit at India Festival Tampa Bay 2026

Showcase Your Business to Thousands Across Tampa Bay

10,000+ Attendees
10,000+
Expected Attendees
200+
Vendors
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Power-Packed Day
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Community-Driven

200+ Vendors Across All Categories

Explore a diverse marketplace featuring authentic cuisines, traditional attire, and fine jewelry.

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Authentic Indian Cuisine

35+ authentic Indian food vendors serving street food, curries, sweets, and regional specialties

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Indian Fashion & Attire

Multiple Indian costume vendors featuring sarees, lehengas, kurtas, and traditional wear

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Fine & Fashion Jewelry

Real diamonds, lab-grown diamonds, and costume jewelry from multiple premium vendors

Why Exhibit With Us?

The India Festival Tampa Bay 2026 is one of the most vibrant South Asian cultural celebrations in the Southeast United States. Held annually at the Florida State Fairgrounds, this flagship one-day event brings together over 10,000 families, professionals, and community leaders to celebrate Indian heritage, food, art, and commerce.

As an exhibitor, you get a dedicated space inside our Expo Hall to showcase your products or services to a highly engaged, culturally diverse audience β€” an audience that actively supports local and small businesses.

Reach 10,000+ attendees in a single day

A concentrated, highly-engaged audience all under one roof.

Engage families, professionals & community leaders

Our audience spans all generations β€” from first-generation immigrants to American-born South Asians.

High-visibility booths inside the Expo Hall

All booths are placed in the main expo hall with guaranteed foot traffic from every attendee.

A professionally organized, well-staffed event

Our team manages setup, crowd flow, and logistics so you can focus entirely on your customers.

Year-over-year growth in attendance and engagement

India Festival Tampa has grown every year. Many of our exhibitors return season after season.

Pre-event marketing across digital & community channels

We promote the festival β€” and our exhibitors β€” via social media, email, WhatsApp groups, and local media.

Who Attends India Festival Tampa?

Our audience is diverse, purchase-ready, and deeply engaged with the community. Here's who you'll be connecting with:

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Families
Multi-generational families making purchasing decisions together
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Professionals
Working adults with disposable income seeking quality products
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Students & Youth
Young adults connected to Indian culture and modern trends
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Community Leaders
Local influencers, temple members, and cultural organization heads
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Business Owners
Entrepreneurs and small business owners networking at the event
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Multicultural Visitors
Non-Indian locals who are fans of Indian culture, food, and arts

Booth Options & Pricing

Booth pricing is based on the type of items you sell. Every booth comes fully set up β€” so you walk in ready to engage with customers.

πŸ’Ž Real Jewelry Only

JEWELRY

$1,500

Reserved exclusively for vendors selling real/fine jewelry β€” diamonds, gold, silver, and precious stones.

  • 2 tables
  • Backdrop banner
  • 2 chairs
  • Custom signage
⭐ Best for: Fine jewelry, diamonds, gold/silver, precious stones

πŸ›οΈ Crafts / Imitation Jewellery / Clothing / Misc.

GENERAL

$1,000

Open to crafts, imitation jewellery, clothing, and miscellaneous retail vendors.

  • 2 tables
  • Backdrop banner
  • 2 chairs
  • Custom signage
⭐ Best for: Crafts, imitation jewellery, clothing, misc. retail

πŸ’Ό Professional Services

SERVICES

$1,000

For professional service providers β€” insurance, real estate, finance, legal, healthcare, and more.

  • 2 tables
  • Backdrop banner
  • 2 chairs
  • Custom signage
⭐ Best for: Insurance, real estate, finance, legal, health

πŸ› Food Vendor

FOOD

$1,000

base price
+ $150Mandatory Fairgrounds Cleaning Fee
Total:$1,150

Reserved for businesses selling prepared food, desserts, snacks, or packaged food items. All food vendors must comply with health, safety, and permitting requirements.

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All food vendor staff must wear caps and gloves at all times while cooking and serving food.

🧹 Cleaning Fee Notice

A mandatory $150 cleaning and sanitation fee covers food-area cleaning, waste disposal, and post-event sanitation charged by the fairgrounds.

⭐ Sponsor Booth

Admin Only
PREMIUM LOCATION

$10,000

Sponsor Booths offer the highest visibility at IndiaFest and are designed for organizations seeking premium brand exposure. Located in strategic high-traffic areas with recognition as an official event sponsor.

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Sponsor Booths are reserved exclusively for approved sponsors and may only be assigned by event administrators.

Interested in Sponsoring?

Please contact the IndiaFest organizing team to discuss sponsorship opportunities and available sponsor booth packages.

πŸͺ‘ Extra chairs and tables will be available at a small additional fee. Please mention your requirements in the Special Requirements section when applying.
Note: Booths are limited and assigned on a first-come, first-reviewed basis. Submit your application early to secure your preferred location on the floor plan.

What's Included With Every Booth?

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2 Chairs
Comfortable seating for your team
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2 Tables
Sturdy tables for display & signups
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Backdrop Banner
Professional branded backdrop
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Booth Signage
Your name displayed at the booth
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Listed on Website
Your business promoted online
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Floor Plan Listing
Shown on the event map
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Staff Support
Our team on site to assist you

Who Should Exhibit?

India Festival Tampa is open to a wide range of businesses and organizations. If you serve or want to reach the South Asian community in Tampa Bay β€” this is your platform.

Retail & E-commerce Brands
Clothing, accessories, home decor, gifts, electronics
Health, Wellness & Beauty
Ayurvedic products, skincare, yoga, supplements
Professional Services
Insurance, real estate, finance, immigration, legal
Arts, Crafts & Cultural Goods
Handmade jewelry, paintings, Indian art, books
Community & Nonprofit Orgs
Cultural associations, charities, educational orgs
Food-Related Products
Packaged foods, spices, snacks (no on-site cooking)

How to Apply

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Create an Account / Log In
Sign up or log in to access the booth reservation portal and track your application status.
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Browse the Floor Plan
Review available booth locations and sizes on our interactive floor map.
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Select Your Booth
Pick the booth that works best for your display needs and budget.
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Complete Payment
Submit your application along with your Zelle payment details to reserve your spot.
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Submit Your Application
Fill in your business details, upload your logo, and describe what you'll showcase.
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Await Approval
Our team reviews applications and notifies you within a few business days.
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Show Up & Shine!
Arrive on event day β€” your booth will be set up and ready for you.

Exhibitor Rules & Guidelines

To ensure a safe, welcoming, and enjoyable event for all, all exhibitors must follow these guidelines.

No On-Site Cooking
No cooking inside the exhibitor hall is permitted. Outside the hall is fine. Open flame cooking or heating equipment is not permitted at exhibitor booths.
Setup & Teardown Times
Exhibitors must arrive during designated setup windows and must not begin packing until after the official closing time.
Stay Within Your Booth
Display materials, signage, and promotional activities must remain within the boundaries of your assigned booth space.
Approved Products Only
Only products listed in your application may be sold or displayed. Unapproved items may be asked to be removed.
Professional Conduct
All exhibitor staff must maintain professional conduct. Aggressive solicitation outside the booth space is not permitted.
Booth Cleanliness
Exhibitors are responsible for keeping their space clean throughout the day and removing all materials at teardown.
Gloves & Hat Required
Gloves and hat must be worn all day while cooking and serving food. This applies to all food vendor staff handling food items.
Food Vendor Cleaning Fee
A cleaning fee in the amount of $150.00 will be charged to all food vendors to cover fairgrounds cleaning and sanitation costs.
No Soft Drinks or Water
No soft drinks and water are permitted for sale by exhibitors. These items are exclusively managed by the event organizers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Have More Questions?

Our team is happy to help you choose the right booth and answer any questions before you apply.

Ready to Exhibit?

Join hundreds of exhibitors and be part of one of Tampa Bay's most anticipated cultural festivals.