Vendor Dashboard

Welcome to your exclusive vendor portal for The Villages Entertainment. Access to contact information, essential documents, and upcoming event dates—all in one convenient location. 

Meet Our Team

Here's a brief overview of our Entertainment team and their roles in special events.

Chalsi Cox

Special Event Manager

Since 2019, Chalsi has been instrumental in elevating the special events department, creating a culture of excellence and driving progress through innovative event curation

Liz Shearer

Special Event Assistant Manager

Liz has been with The Villages Entertainment since January 2023. At that time starting as a special events coordinator working all 3 squares with a focus on expanding markets, festivals, and vendor relationships. Now as Special Events Assistant Manager she will be one to assist with day of festival needs and invoicing.

Beth Soemann

Special Event Coordinator
-Mercado-

Beth has  worked with the Villages Entertainment  Special Events Team since 2017  in various positions within our special events arena-she left in 2021 for a year and is now back working with us as a Special Events Coordinator.   She will be your contact for Spanish Springs Square related festivals, events, market nights, Mercado Morning Market, and general vendor information.

Samantha Ovington

Special Event Coordinator
-Spanish Springs Town Square-
Sam joined us in August 2024 and will be collaborating with Beth on managing Spanish Springs events. If you have any questions or need assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out to Sam


Kim Kile

Special Event Coordinator
-Lake Sumter Landing Market Square-

Kim joined The Villages Entertainment team as a Special Events Coordinator in July of 2024.  She will be your contact for Lake Sumter Landing Market Square related festivals, events, market nights and general vendor information

 

Sadie Gaca

Special Event Coordinator
-Brownwood Paddock Square-

Sadie joined The Villages Entertainment team as a Special Events Coordinator in February of 2024.  She will be your contact for Brownwood Paddock Square related festivals, events, market nights, Saturday Farmers Markets, and general vendor information


Open Vendor Applications

All vendor arrangements are coordinated directly through The Villages Entertainment, no third parties and/or private messages through social media.

Click the link below to apply for open vendor spots and showcase your products/services to eager attendees. Don’t miss out on this chance to be a part of something special!

Common Links and Docs

Below are links and docs that pertain to what we have on file for your group or company as well as other things

W9

Complete the W-9 form to provide essential tax information required for vendor registration.

FL Resale Info

Access essential Florida resale information for vendors directly from the Florida Department of Revenue to ensure you're up-to-date with all regulations.

Need Insurance?

Need insurance coverage? Click the link below to get started!

2024 Special Events Dates

EventVenueEvent Date
Cinco De Mayo 2024Spanish Springs Town Square5/5/2024
All American Brews And Cruise 2024Lake Sumter Landing7/4/2024
2024 BW Heritage FestivalBrownwood Paddock Square10/11/2024
2024 SS Heritage FestivalSpanish Springs Town Square10/12/2024
2024 Hometown Halloween Brownwood Paddock Square10/25/2024
2024 Hometown Halloween Night 2Brownwood Paddock Square10/26/2024
Scooter’s Monster MashSpanish Springs Town Square10/31/2024
2024 LSL Tree Lighting FestivalLake Sumter Landing11/30/2024
2024 BW Tree Lighting FestivalBrownwood Paddock Square12/4/2024
2024 SS Tree Lighting FestivalSpanish Springs Town Square12/6/2024

2025 Special Event Dates

EventVenueEvent Date
2025 Strawberry FestivalBrownwood Paddock Square2/22/2025
2025 Strawberry Festival DAY 2Brownwood Paddock Square2/23/2025
2025 Mardi Gras FestivalLake Sumter Landing3/4/2025
2025 Blueberry FestivalBrownwood Paddock Square4/25/2025

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