08/29/2026
CALL FOR VENDORS – Secure Your Spot Today! 🇿🇲
Are you a business owner, entrepreneur, author, artisan, service provider, nonprofit organization, or creative professional looking to increase your visibility? This is your opportunity to showcase your products and services to an engaged audience at the OZA Zambia Independence Celebration in Chicago!
We are now accepting vendor applications for this exciting event.
Vendor Fees
- $230 – One vendor
- $350 – Vendor with one assistant
Vendor Package Includes
- One rectangular table
- One chair (two chairs if registering with an assistant)
- Designated vendor space within the event venue
- Saturday event admission
- Saturday dinner
- Table linens (vendors are welcome to bring their own tablecloths and display materials)
Vendor Information
- Vendor setup begins at 12:30 PM on Saturday.
- Vendors are also welcome to display their products during Friday's event; however, Friday admission must be purchased separately.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – Midnight
Venue: Rivers Casino
3000 S. River Road
Des Plaines, IL 60018
Hotel Accommodations
Discounted accommodations are available for out-of-town vendors at:
- Hilton Garden Inn
- Courtyard by Marriott
For vendor registration or additional information, please contact:
Matilda
📞 816-916-1245
We look forward to having you join us as we celebrate Zambia's Independence and showcase the incredible talent, businesses, and organizations within our community!