Market on
the Mile

Vendor Application

Trade at Market on the Mile

iSummer eYase Durban

11–20 December 2026 · Suncoast Precinct, Durban

Thank you for your interest in becoming a vendor at Market on the Mile: iSummer eYase Durban.

Market on the Mile is a vibrant 10-day festive lifestyle market located at the iconic Suncoast Precinct on Durban's Golden Mile during the peak holiday season.

The event brings together food, fashion, shopping, home décor, entertainment, family experiences and unique local brands in one exciting beachfront destination.

Whether you are an artisan, food trader, retailer, coffee vendor, exhibitor or lifestyle brand, we invite you to showcase your products to thousands of visitors throughout the festive season.

Eat. Shop. Celebrate.

Marquee Upgrade Offer

Lock in your existing agreed rate

As an approved vendor, complete this form to lock in your original agreed vendor rate — your own branded gazebo at R4,500. Your application will be marked with a reference starting MQ- so our team knows it came from this offer.

Why Vendors Love Market on the Mile

Everything you need for a successful festive season.

Suncoast Parking Precinct
10 consecutive trading days
Peak holiday season exposure
Local and tourist audiences
Family-friendly environment
Lifestyle, entertainment & shopping destination
High visibility for brands and businesses
Secure Suncoast Parking

Simple Application Process

From application to trading in seven straightforward steps.

1Step 1

Complete the online application form.

2Step 2

Upload any required supporting documents.

3Step 3

Our team reviews your application.

4Step 4

If approved, you will receive an acceptance email.

5Step 5

Pay your 50% deposit to secure your site.

6Step 6

Receive your Vendor Information Pack, setup instructions and event updates.

7Step 7

Join us at Market on the Mile and start trading.

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Vendor Details

Business Information

2

Stands & Packages

Add one entry per stand you wish to book. Full Event Trading Period · 11–20 December 2026
All package prices are based on a 3m × 3m stand under the vendor's own branded gazebo (plain or unbranded gazebos are not permitted). Any additional space required will be billed for separately.

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Food & Drink Vendors

Food Vendor Compliance Requirements

Food is food and drink is drink: every vendor selling any food or beverage must complete this section, whether it is prepared on-site, at home or elsewhere, and whether it is cooked, baked or sold pre-packaged.

Who does this apply to?
  • Food vendors preparing or cooking food on-site
  • Food trucks, trailers and mobile kitchens
  • Coffee, tea and beverage vendors
  • Juice, smoothie and milkshake vendors
  • Vendors preparing food from home kitchens
  • Home industry and homemade food businesses
  • Bakers and confectionery vendors
  • Vendors selling pre-packaged food products
  • Biltong, dried fruit and snack vendors
  • Preserves, jams, sauces and condiments vendors
  • Frozen food vendors
  • Sweet, dessert and confectionery vendors
  • Any vendor selling food or drink intended for human consumption

Required applications

  1. 1.Business Licence Application Form for Private Individuals & Business'seThekwini Municipality – Business Licensing Download form
  2. 2.Certificate of Acceptability (COA) for Food Premises ApplicationeThekwini Health Department Download form
  3. 3.Fire Department Gas / Event Food Stallholder ApplicationWhere gas or cooking equipment is used at the event Download form

Supporting documents

Must accompany the applications above:

  • Copy of ID or Passport
  • SARS Letter of Good Standing / Tax Compliance Status
  • Company Registration (CK/CIPC) documents — if trading as a Company or CC

Compliance & Administration Fee: R650, charged in addition to your stand fee on all food and drink vendor applications.

Submission process: once all three application forms, supporting documents and the compliance fee have been received, valid submissions are lodged with the relevant municipal departments by our appointed Safety Officer to help vendors meet health, safety, fire and licensing requirements. Vendor approval remains subject to the authorities granting the required approvals and clearances.

Important: applications are only processed once all required documentation has been submitted. Incomplete applications may be delayed or rejected. Food vendors may not trade at Market on the Mile without the required compliance documentation and approvals.

3

Payment & Submit

Utilities & Services

If your business requires electricity, water or gas, please indicate this during your application. Additional charges may apply depending on operational requirements and consumption. Electricity availability is subject to venue capacity and event planning requirements.

Site Requirements

Supporting Documents

Optional — supply what you can. These help us review your application but aren't required to submit.

Trading Standards

To ensure a great experience for all visitors, vendors are expected to:

  • Maintain a professional and welcoming stand.
  • Display products neatly and safely.
  • Operate within their allocated footprint.
  • Trade only approved products and services.
  • Maintain clean trading areas.
  • Conduct business professionally at all times.

Declaration

  • ✓I have read and agree to the Terms & Conditions.
  • ✓I confirm that all information provided is accurate and complete.
  • ✓I understand submission of this application does not guarantee acceptance.
  • ✓I agree to comply with all event rules and regulations.
  • ✓I agree to make payment within the specified timeframe if accepted.

You'll receive an automatic confirmation email once submitted.

Good to Know

  • Applications are reviewed within a reasonable timeframe.
  • Submission does not guarantee approval.
  • A 50% deposit secures your site allocation.
  • The balance is due by 11 November 2026.
  • Market layouts will be shared once final vendor placements are completed.
  • Approved vendors will receive ongoing event updates leading up to the event.

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What's Included?

All package prices are based on a standard 3m × 3m site unless otherwise specified.

  • Allocated trading space
  • General event marketing
  • Event security
  • Access to event visitors
  • Inclusion within the market environment
  • Event operational support

Vendor Information Pack

Approved vendors will receive a comprehensive Vendor Information Pack before the event. The pack will include:

  • Site maps and event layouts
  • Setup and breakdown schedules
  • Daily trading hours
  • Access and parking procedures
  • Load-in and load-out information
  • Health and safety requirements
  • Electricity and utility information
  • Emergency contact information
  • Venue rules and regulations

Final market layouts and stand allocations will be distributed once vendor placements have been completed and site planning has been finalized.

Vendor Setup Requirements

Unless otherwise arranged in writing, vendors are responsible for providing their own:

  • Branded gazebo (no plain/unbranded gazebos)
  • Tables and chairs
  • Product displays
  • Branding and signage
  • Lighting
  • Extension leads
  • Stock
  • Staffing
  • Point-of-sale equipment
  • Promotional material

All gazebos must be branded — plain or unbranded gazebos are not permitted.

Market on the Mile provides floor space only.

Need Assistance?

Our team is available to assist with applications, package selection and event information.

Email

info@market-onthemile.co.za

Website

www.market-onthemile.co.za

Market on the Mile — iSummer eYase Durban

Eat. Shop. Celebrate. — 11–20 December 2026 | The Suncoast Precinct, Durban

Presented by Durban Base Entertainment in partnership with Vamilla Events

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