QC Socialite is a marketing and event coordinating company based in Charlotte, NC. We coordinate a variety of vendor events each year. Our mission is to provide affordable opportunities for small businesses, in high traffic locations where small businesses can engage with new customers.

Simply click HERE to view all of our upcoming events.

No, currently all QC Socialite hosted events are 100% free and open to the public! We welcome you and appreciate your support of Charlotte's small business community.

Select the "Apply Now" button from the menu, or click HERE. Once on that page, you will see buttons to information for each event. Just scroll down and you will find the application form online.

A $50 deposit is required with all vendor applications. The deposit policy is as follows: Vendors that are accepted will see their deposit credited toward the vendor fee on their invoice. If an application is denied, the deposit will be refunded to the applicant. The only way a deposit is refundable is if the application is denied. In all other circumstances, the deposit is non-refundable. If you are accepted to an event and do not pay your invoice within 48 hours of booking, your deposit and reservation will be forfeited. If you have questions regarding deposits/events, please contact us before completing an application.

Due to the limited spaces and high-demand, our standard payment option requires a $40 deposit with your application and once approved, your invoice is due within 48 hours of booking. Failure to make payment within 48 hours will result in forefeiture of deposit.

We make every effort to work with vendors when unforeseen circumstances arise. However, we often pay for your space prior to your change in plans. As a standard, vendor fees are non-refundable, but please contact us as soon as you know of your change in plans and we will do our best to work with you on a credit toward a future event. No refunds will be issued under any circumstances.

Notify us immediately! Send us a text to 704.450.3128 and let us know as soon as you realize you are running behind. Again, we understand that things come up. Communication is key. However, it is your responsibility to allow more than enough time to arrive and check-in during the designated time. If you let us know you are running late, we can try to accommodate you. Please note that if you are late and do not notify us, we will reserve the right to refuse your setup upon arrival. Malls have strict rules for setup and it is our job to abide by those rules. Again, let us know as soon as you realize you won't be on time.

QC Socialite is a small business, just like you. Due to fraudulent charges from vendors that no-show or violate rules, we will fight any chargebck filed agains us to the fullest extent, up to and including civil proceedings and criminal charges when applicable. We will not tolerate fraudulent chargebacks!

We spend a great deal of time planning our events, including thoughtfully placing vendors in locations where they are most likely to be successful. Effective June 1, 2021, to be fair to all of our valued customers, if you have a location request, a fee of $25 will be added to your invoice. You will then be able to make a request for a general area (i.e. within eyeshot of the Nike Store or on the same corridor as Belk). All requests will be accommodated on a first-come, first served basis. Exact placement is never guaranteed due to venue restrictions beyond our control. Due to last minute changes by the venue, we may be unable to provide advanced notice as to whether your request was granted. We will do our absolute best to accommodate all requests with priority to requests in the order in which they are received. Your request must be made on your application and payment for the request must be received with your original invoice for consideration. Due to the overwhelming number of requests, we will not be able to honor requests after the application has been submitted. If we are unable to accommodate your request, we will credit the $25 fee to your vendor account. Credit may be redeemed toward a future event. "General Area" will be as interpreted by the QC Socialite Team. AGAIN, Exact placement is never guaranteed due to venue restrictions beyond our control. Due to last minute changes by the venue, we may be unable to provide advanced notice as to whether your request was granted. Please follow all check-in instructions and guidelines on the day or your event. If your request could not be granted, QC Socialite Staff will notify you that a credit will be available on your account and direct you to your assigned location. Rest assured that every effort is made to ensure success for all vendors, whether a specific location request fee is paid or not.

Yes, while we do not allow moving of registration, extreme and extenuating circumstances may require you to switch events. If this does happen, you will be invoiced for the difference.

We’re so glad you’re interested in our event! When an event says “waitlist” it means that we’ve reached our capacity. However, from time to time we are able to open additional spots. By submitting an application to be waitlisted, you are asking us to place your business on our waitlist, in the order in which we receive waitlist requests. If a spot becomes available, you will be invoiced. Standard payment terms of 48 hours from invoicing will apply, unless the event is less than 48 hours away. In this case, we will invoice and email you to let you know. We will give you as much time as possible, but if the event is less than 48 hours away, the invoice will be due upon receipt. If a spot does not become available, you will be notified and able to select another event. Your deposit will be applied to the event you select and notated on your account until you select a replacement event. Waitlist deposits will only become credit and will not be refunded.

Registration closes approximately 10 days before the event, but we often SELL OUT well in advance of our cutoff. We recommend booking and paying for events 30-90 days in advance to ensure you are granted a spot. Once we are sold out, we will be on a waitlist only. Please refer to our waitlist policy for more information.

Great question! While we love balloons, they are strictly prohibited by our venues.

Electricity access is limited at all venues and therefore, we will offer electricity for a surcharge, on a first-come, first-served basis. This will allow you to access ONE outlet. You will be responsible for bringing your own extension cord and/or power strip. Please plan accordingly. At the Charlotte Premium Outlets, you must have an OUTDOOR extension cord of at least 10' in length to access your power outlet. At Carolina Place Mall, a power strip is sufficient, but we recommend at least 6' in length.

YES! Regardless of the venue, there will be some need to transport your items throughout the venue. We recommend bringing a wagon or dolly to help ease the burden of setup and breakdown.

Our business announcement option is a great way to get additonal exposure! We will post a photo of your table/booth/products on our social media and tag your business!

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Events that must be rescheduled, by QC Socialite Events or the venue, due to COVID-related closures or regulations are non-refundable. Vendors will receive credit which can be used toward another event. We will NOT make the vendor participate on a selected date, but will provide a variety of opportunities to utilize said credit. If you contract COVID-19 and are unable to participate as originally scheduled, you must notify us via email immediately. We will assess each situation on a case by case basis and do our absolute best to help you, if you are unable to attend due to COVID-19, but we will not be able to offer credit or refunds for cancellation. Effective 1/1/2022, we are no longer able to take on the financial burden of providing vendors with credit at our expense. As you can imagine, we've spent a great deal of our own money to help relieve the burden on individuals, but we are no longer able to sustain this unpredictable expense. Booking and participating in events is at the risk of the vendor. If you are feeling ill, or experiencing ANY symptoms, it is expected that you will NOT attend any event. Please put your health and the safety of others first. If you are noticeably sick upon arrival, you will be sent home without a refund. We will not compromise the health of our clients, staff or patrons.

All events are rain or shine. If you are concerned about rain or other inclement weather, we recommend booking indoor events only. Unfortunately, we cannot control the weather. If a venue cancels an event due to weather, you will be notified immediately. If you elect to skip an event, due to weather, that has not been cancelled by the venue, you will forfeit your payment. However, as long as you notify us at least 24 hours in advance, that you will not be attending, we will not count you as a no call/no show and therefore you will be welcome to participate in the future. If, however, you are a no call/no show (for any reason) you will be banned from all future events. All events cancelled by the venue will be rescheduled. No refunds or credits for rescheduled events

No. Venues do not allow early breakdown. You may only breakdown at the times outlined in event details and/or vendor instructions. Should any limited exceptions arise, QC Socialite staff will notify you of these exceptions. IN THE EVENT OF AN ACTUAL EMERGENCY, notify QC Socialite staff IMMEDIATELY! Should you breakdown early, without prior authorization or notification, you will be PERMANENTLY BANNED and will forfeit all monies paid for the current and future events. Early breakdown jeopardizes every other business we work with and we will not tolerate this from any vendor.

Yes, certainly you can. If there is a space available, and registration has not been closed, you can absolutely submit an application and make your deposit. (DEPOSITS MADE FOR PREVIOUS EVENTS ARE NOT APPLIED TO NEW EVENT). Payment will still be due within 48 hours unless the event is less than 48 hours away. At that time, payment would be due upon receipt.

We do not allow transferring from one event to another. Please confirm your calendar and staff before booking. Once a deposit is paid and you are accepted, an invoice will be issued and due within 48 hours. Once the invoice is paid, all sales are final and no transfers or refunds will be issued.

Once invoice is paid, NO refunds will be issued. Vendors will receive credit toward a future event for any events that are cancelled or rescheduled by QC Socialite or the venue. Venues are subject to change. If a comparable booth/table/space cannot be provided, vendor will be allowed to transfer credit to another event. Credit must be redeemed within timeframe provided by QC Socialite at time of notification. Vendors will receive NO credit for vendor-related cancellations. You should confirm your availability PRIOR to registering for any event.

Great question! This answer varies by venue. Typically, when provided with a 10x10' space at our outdoor venues, you may bring whatever fits within that 10x10' space. At indoor events where a table is provided, you may apply to bring a rack, small shelf or mannequin by selecting the "rack" option on your application. Additional display items must be approved by the venue. At the time of your application, you will need to submit a photo and dimensions of the item to events@qcsocialite.com. Not all locations throughout the venue will be able to accommodate the extra rack. Requests will be approved on a first come, first served basis. If we are not able to accommodate your request, the fee will be applied as a credit on a future purchase.

Pop-up vendors are considered to be tenants of the venue during the pop-up event. The same as a kiosk vendor or a permanent tenant. As such, children, unless of legal working age, are not allowed to attend the event.

Participation by corporate businesses is determined on a case by case basis. There is a five (5) event minimum if we are able to accommodate the business. A deposit is required for all events and the invoice is due in full within 48 hours. Must be paid via the Square link provided on the invoice. If we are not able to accommodate the business, the deposit will be refunded.