REGISTRATIONS CLOSED
SMALL BUSINESS GRANT
APPLICATIONS COMING SOON!
APPLY FOR OUR 2026
SMALL BUSINESS GRANTS
We're excited to announce that Beaufort Business Association is the recipient of a
$25,000 Duke Energy grant! Through this grant, we will be awarding $5000 grants
to FIVE different businesses in Beaufort, NC based on the five categories of criteria below.
TO APPLY, business owners are encouraged to fill out the form below.
The five grants will be awarded based on the following five criteria:
1. Has Started or Going to Start a New Business in 2026
2. Cedar St & Live Oak Revitalization
3. New Equipment Need
4. Local Artisan
5. Exterior Renovation
Select which of the five criteria you would like to be entered into for consideration. Choosing to upload a video of yourself introducing your business and why you should be awarded the $5000 gives you the chance to be featured on Visit Beaufort, NC's social media!
SUBMISSIONS OPEN FROM APRIL 1 - 30, 2026
WELCOME, VENDORS!
Scroll to find your form, or select an option below:
JULY 4TH PARADE
REGISTRATION
Register your crew to participate in Beaufort's July 4th Parade by submitting the following form. Registration closes July 1st at 11:45PM. Parade line-up assignments will be emailed to participants on July 2nd.
Parade Entry Fees: $10
Upon submission of this form, you will be taken to a window for payment. Parade entry fees are used to offset the insurance costs associated with hosting the event. Thank you!
PARADE "KREWE"
REGISTRATION
Register your "krewe" to participate in Beaufort's Mardi Gras Parade by submitting the following form. Upon submission of this form, you will be taken to a window for payment. Thank you!
Parade Krewe Fees: $50
STREET CARNIVAL
VENDOR REGISTRATION
VENDOR BOOTH INFORMATION
Apply to be a Street Carnival Vendor by submitting the following form. This does not guarantee your participation. Our team will review your application and be in touch about paying the required booth fees, as stated below.
Booth must be paid in full in order to secure space. Welcome vendors include: Distilleries, Wineries, Breweries, Artisans & Food Vendors. Vendors must provide own 10x10 tent, tables and chairs.
Food Vendors Fees: $150
Artisan Vendor Fees: $100