Set Market Fridays

Whether you're seeking to support student entrepreneurs, engage with the various clubs & organizations, or simply looking to connect with fellow Rattlers, SET Fridays offer it all!

About Set Market Fridays

Get ready to kick off your weekend the right way by taking part in SET Fridays. A vibrant, lively end-of-the-week event, SET market Fridays encourage students to interact with their campus community, take advantage of campus resources, and become active participants in university life. Whether you're seeking to support student entrepreneurs, engage with the various clubs & organizations, or simply looking to connect with fellow Rattlers, SET Fridays offer it all!

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Student organization, departmental, student entrepreneur and non-university vendors are permitted to set up vending tables in the Set Market Vending Area located directly in front of the Efferson Student Union.

 

 

SET Market Fridays: When and Where

  • Location:

    H. Manning Efferson Student Union, FAMU
    1628 South Martin Luther King Junior Blvd.Tallahassee, FL 32307


  • Hours of Operation:

    The Set Market is open Friday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm on days when the university is officially open during the Fall and Spring semesters. 

SET Market Important Information & Guidelines 

An essential resource for understanding the rules and regulations governing this vibrant event at FAMU.

Non-University: Any INC or LLC that does not have an existing agreement with Florida A&M University. 

In the event of inclement weather or an unscheduled university closure, vendors will have the opportunity to cancel and receive a refund. 

Student Entrepreneur (Current FAMU Registered Student): $31.80 + eventbrite process fees

Non-University Vendor: $31.80 + eventbrite process fees

Vehicle Spaces: $106.00 + eventbrite process fees

Vendors are required to pay vendor fees using the Eventbrite online payment system. 

***Vendor Fees May Increase For The Week Of Homecoming***

Refunds up to 7 days before event

 

Unloading - Set Market vendors can unload from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Vehicles are prohibited from driving on or parking on any walkway areas.  After 10:00 a.m. all vehicles used for unloading must be removed from the Set and parked on public streets or in an authorized university parking lot.  Any vehicles parked on The Set after 10:00 am will be ticketed and towed at vendor's expense. 

Loading & Clean Up - Set Market Vendors will be allowed on the Set for loading from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Vehicles are prohibited from driving on or parking on any walkway areas. Vendors must completely vacate the Set by 5:00 p.m.  All vendors are responsible for space clean-up and proper discarding of trash. No tables or other items belonging to vendor should be left in the vending area. 

Parking - To park on campus, Set Market Vendors can obtain a parking permit at the FAMU Police Department - located at 2400 Wahnish. For more information contact 850-561-2657. Vendors are welcome to park in all parking lots designated as “General Parking” and in any metered spot available (meters must be paid, with ticket clearly displayed on dash.

For more information, visit the Office of Parking and Transportation

Relocating: Efferson Student Union & Activities reserves to right to relocate a vendor at any time. No vendor may switch, trade or move to a different vendor space without the approval of a ESUA staff member.

Denials and Cancellations: Efferson Student Union & Activities reserves the right to deny or cancel the reservation of any vendor that sells merchandise or services that conflicts with the university’s mission, regulations, Efferson Student Union & Activities regulations or university contractual obligations. Furthermore all vendors must comply with state, county and city laws and regulations.

  1. Vendors interested in distributing or selling food /beverages must be approved by the university food service provider.  Vendors must present written approval from the university food service provider to the Efferson Student Union & Activities Office prior to requesting a vendor plot.  Vendors can contact the university food service provider for more information at 850-412-7146.  
  2. Vendors interested in providing health or medical information/services must be approved by the Student Health Center Director.  Vendors must present written approval from the Student Health Center Director to the Efferson Student Union & Activities Office prior to requesting a vendor plot.  Vendors can contact the Student Health Center for more information at 850-599-3777. 
  3. Vendors are limited to the confines of the approved vendor space as indicated by Efferson Student Union & Activities.  Vendors are not permitted to occupy any space on the Set without authorization from Efferson Student Union & Activities. Vendors must provide their own equipment and supplies. Efferson Student Union & Activities does not provide table, chairs or any other equipment.  
  4. The registered vendor must be always present during the reserved time.  
  5. Students, individuals, and vendors cannot reserve a Set Market Vendor Plot on behalf of another.  
  6. Amplified sound/music is permitted only on Fridays. 
  7. Florida A&M University (FAMU) is not responsible for any items lost, stolen or damaged. Vendors are responsible for securing all sensitive items and merchandise
  8. Loitering, alcoholic beverages or profane language is absolutely PROHIBITED 
  9. Items which require a special state license and items that are classified as illegal may not be sold.  Items bearing Florida A&M University (FAMU) symbols or logo may not be sold. 
  10. It is the vendors’ responsibility to submit sales tax information to the Department of Revenue. 
  11. Efferson Student Union & Activities reserves the right to deny or cancel the reservation of any vendor that sells merchandise or services that conflicts with the university’s mission, regulations,       Efferson Student Union & Activities regulations, or university contractual obligations. Furthermore, all vendors must comply with state, county and city laws and regulations. 
  12. Efferson Student Union & Activities reserves to right to relocate a vendor at any time.   
  13. Efferson Student Union & Activities will only issue a refund in the event of inclement weather and or university closing. In the event a vendor moves forward in spite of anticipated inclement weather no refund will be issued.  
  14. All products must be approved by the University's Trademark Licensing office and the IMG College Licensing Company. Failure to obtain a license or approval from the University's Trademark Licensing Office and the IMG College Licensing Company would be grounds for the seizure of all non-approved merchandise bearing the University's marks. It also could result in jail time and numerous fines if convicted. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Ms. Sabrina Thompson. 850-412-5375 and/or visit Collegiate Licensing (famu.edu)

Note to Vendors:

  • Make sure all certifications, licenses, permits, insurence, university food service provider waiver/written approval and all other documents are current.

  • Please have a copy of these documents on you while vending on campus. 

FAQ's: Frequently Asked Questions

Discover answers to your most pressing questions about SET Market Fridays

850-599-3400

studentunionevents@famu.edu

Yes, Please bring the confirmation with you to the Set Market for verification. 

Set Market Registrations are not transferrable.

The registered business owner must be present at all times.

No. Vendors must supply their own tables and chairs.

Yes. Student Entrepreneur: A currently enrolled Florida A&M University Student that has an INC., LLC. or a Federal Tax ID number (EIN) in the name of their business. Students must provide official documentation at the time of payment.  All established rules, polices and guidelines also apply to student vendors. 

There are currently no discounts offered to students, faculty/staff or alumni to vend on the SET.

Vendors interested in distributing or selling food /beverages must be approved by the university food service provider.  Vendors must present written approval from the university food service provider to the Efferson Student Union & Activities Office prior to requesting a vendor plot. Vendors can contact the university food service provider for more information at 850-412-7146.

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Vendors selling any items with Florida A&M University’s logos, marks, symbols, names, nicknames, images, letters, words, etc., must be a licensed vendor by the IMG College Licensing Company.  Any design that could cause public confusion due to similarity to the trademarks is an infringement on the University's trademark rights. visit Collegiate Licensing (famu.edu)

Items that require a special state license and items that are classified as illegal may not be sold.  Items bearing Florida A&M University (FAMU) symbols or logo may not be sold.

It is the vendors’ responsibility to submit sales tax information to the Department of Revenue.

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