Artist Alley & Writer’s Way Rules
All exhibitors, vendors, artists, writers and others to whom space is rented must commit to being set-up at MSC Artist Alley & Writer’s Way Friday, Saturday and Sunday for the duration of the event. Set-up must be completed by 10:00am on Friday, June 12. Potential Exhibitors may submit an application through the supermancelebration.net website or in person at Metropolis Chamber, 516 Market Street. All applications must be approved, with no guarantee applicant will be granted a table. Applicants must submit photo examples of their work with a current bio to be considered for Artist Alley and Writer’s Way. Exhibitors will be contacted no later than April 24 to confirm if they have been accepted into the 2026 Artist Alley & Writer’s Way.
The table fee is $125 for one 8ft banquet table with 2 folding chairs.
Exhibitors Credentials
All Exhibitors must wear their MSC badge at all times. MSC badges may be picked up at the Metro Chamber Office at 517 Market Street prior to set-up or at the Artist Alley & Writer’s Way venue during the set-up time.
Hold Harmless
By agreeing to exhibit at the Superman Celebration, the exhibitor agrees to protect, keep, and save the Superman Celebration and any employee or volunteer of the Superman Celebration forever harmless from any damages, loss, theft, cost, liability, act of God, terrorism or expenses that arise from exhibit at the event. This agreement covers full set-up, tear down and exit from the Superman Celebration.
Copyright Protection
The sale of unlicensed merchandise (including DVD/Blu Ray/CD) is strictly prohibited at Superman Celebration and all associated events. Exhibitors are responsible for the legality of all items they sell. If unlicensed merchandise is found, the exhibitor will be given the opportunity to remove it from the venue. Repeat offenders may be dismissed from the event without refund.
Taxes and/or Licenses
Exhibitors are responsible for any and all required sales tax, income tax, insurance payments and/or license fees required by the state of Illinois, Massac County and/or the City of Metropolis.
Cancellation Policy
Any cancellations must be made in writing. Cancellation prior to May 11, 2026, will result in a refund of 50% of any monies paid to event. No refund will be given for a cancellation after May 11.
No Show Policy
Exhibitors are expected to arrive and have their assigned space set-up and manned for the duration of the event. Any booth vendor must complete their set-up by 10:00am on Friday, June 12, 2026, unless prior notice has been given and approved by MSC Staff. Exhibitors who do not arrive by the designated time and have not provided instruction to the MSC Staff will be at the risk of having their booth space reclaimed without refund.
Duration of the Show
Unless prior arrangements have been made, and agreed to by a member of MSC Staff, all exhibitors are expected to maintain their space for the entire duration of the event.
Right to Deny
The Superman Celebration reserves the right to deny any exhibitor access to any event if the event management feels that participation by a group or individual will harm the event in any manner.
Exhibitor Space
Exhibitors will limit their display to the rented space and will not alter the floor plan in any way. No exhibitor may display item(s) in the aisle(s) of the vendor area without prior written permission of the MSC Staff.
Inappropriate/X-rated Material
The Superman Celebration is a family friendly, all age event. Exhibitors agree to keep adult materials out of the view of the public. The Superman Celebration reserves the right to ask Artist/Writer to leave with no refund of vendor fee if any of the rules are broken.
Animals
Exhibitors may not bring pets into the Artist Alley & Writer’s Way venue.
Artist Alley & Writer’s Way venue hours: Set-up/Early Access/General Public/Break-down.
Thursday, June 11 Exhibitor set-up 2:00pm to 8:00pm
Friday, June 12 Exhibitor Early Access 8:00am to10:00am / General Public: 10:00am to 6:00pm
Saturday, June 13 Exhibitor Early Access 9:00am to 10:00am / General Public: 10:00am to 6:00pm
Sunday, June 14 Exhibitor Early Access 9:00am to 10:00am / General Public: 10:00am to 4:00pm
Exhibitor Tear down 4:00pm – 7:00pm
Please contact Metropolis Chamber of Commerce with any questions.
Metropolis Superman Celebration
Metropolis Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 188
Metropolis, IL. 62960
618-524-2714
metropolischamberofcommerce@gmail.com