Merchants · July 11–12, 2026
Merchant guide
Load-in, booth package, display rules, power, and closing procedures for artisan and craft vendors.
Working guide · confirm last-minute changes with your team lead
- Dates
- July 11–12, 2026
- Public hours
- Saturday 11 AM–9 PM · Sunday 11 AM–5 PM
- Location
- JCCCM · 8155 Rue Rousselot, Montréal, QC H2E 1Z7
Festival information
Key details for Festival Matsuri 2026.
Festival Matsuri 2026 takes place at Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre of Montreal (JCCCM).
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Dates | July 11–12, 2026 |
| Public hours | Saturday 11 AM–9 PM · Sunday 11 AM–5 PM |
| Venue | Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre of Montreal (JCCCM) |
| Address | 8155 Rue Rousselot, Montréal, QC H2E 1Z7 |
Emergency evacuation
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- Know your nearest exit and the designated assembly point.
- Follow instructions from security and operations staff.
- Do not re-enter the site until an all-clear is given.
- For a life-threatening emergency, call 911.
Weekend at a glance
Know the public hours and arrive early enough to be fully set up before gates open.
| Day | Merchant arrival | Public hours | Close |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday, July 11 | 8:00 AM setup begins | 11:00 AM–9:00 PM | Last call 8:30 PM |
| Sunday, July 12 | 10:00 AM restocking | 11:00 AM–5:00 PM | Last call 4:30 PM |
Check in with the operations team on arrival. Do not move a vehicle through public areas after gates open without explicit authorization.
Your booth package
Artisan and craft booths are $150 with a refundable no-show deposit.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Fee | $150 |
| Refundable deposit | $50 no-show deposit |
| Space | 10×10 ft outdoor tent in the Artisan & Craft Bazaar |
| Included | Two chairs and one standard 110V outlet for low-wattage use |
Your standard 110V outlet is intended for low-wattage displays, a laptop, and a card reader. Any high-draw electrical equipment must be pre-approved by the general manager before the festival.
Your space and display
Artisan booths sit in the outdoor Bazaar. Keep everything inside your assigned footprint.
- Permitted goods include traditional clothing (yukata, jinbei), handmade jewelry, anime merchandise, calligraphy, ceramics, and bonsai plants.
- Keep merchandise, displays, and customer queues inside your 10×10 ft space.
- Use low-wattage display setups only; card readers and laptops are fine.
- Cooking and food preparation are not permitted at artisan booths.
Power without surprises
Your outlet is for low-wattage use only. High-draw equipment must be approved in advance.
- Plan around a single standard 110V outlet for low-wattage displays, laptops, and card readers.
- Do not connect heaters, kettles, or other high-draw appliances without written approval from the general manager.
- Use outdoor-rated, grounded cables and keep connections protected from traffic and weather.
- The on-site electrician may verify your setup before opening.
Close, clean, and pack out
Leave your space clean and follow the operations team’s vehicle-access instructions.
- Do not begin a public-facing teardown before last call.
- Remove all merchandise, packaging, and waste from your space.
- Sunday teardown begins after the 5:00 PM gate closure.
- Wait for operations or security approval before bringing a vehicle onto the site.
- Your deposit is refunded when your space is left clean and booth conditions are met.
General policies
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- Treat all staff, vendors, performers, and guests with respect.
- Harassment and discrimination are not tolerated.
- Follow all site safety and accessibility rules.
- Report any concern to your team lead or security.