Get Involved
Become a Vendor
The Opportunity
Be part of the festival marketplace.
WAFF 2026 is a gathering of filmmakers, artists, audiences and communities who come together to celebrate African cinema and culture. The festival concourse is a natural meeting point — a place where conversation, discovery and exchange happen between screenings, workshops and performances.
We are inviting a small number of food and drink traders, craft sellers and artists to trade across the weekend, offering festival-goers something authentic, useful or delicious to take away.
Food, craft and creative work.
Food & Drink Traders
Share your flavours with a curious, culturally engaged audience looking for something nourishing between screenings and events.
Craft Sellers
Sell handmade goods, textiles, jewellery, prints or products that reflect African craft, design and creative heritage.
Artists
Bring original artwork, prints, books or creative work that adds something distinctive to the festival atmosphere.
Saturday 12 & Sunday 13 September 2026
Simple, transparent pricing.
One Day
£25
Trade for one day across the festival concourse.
Both Days
£40
Trade across the full weekend.
How to become a vendor.
1
Submit your vendor application.
Complete the application form with details about your products, setup and preferred trading day or days.
2
WAFF reviews your application.
We look at fit, capacity and the overall mix of traders to make sure the marketplace reflects the festival community.
3
Successful applicants receive confirmation.
If your application is accepted, we will confirm your pitch, trading day(s) and any practical details you need.
4
Payment is made after acceptance.
Once your place is confirmed, you pay the fee for one day or both days. Nothing is required when you first apply.
Ready to join WAFF 2026?
Questions? Email enquiries@watch-africa.com