2021 WINNERS
Details
2023 applications are now live!
The Search for the Next Great Pop-Up Shop is open to businesses of all types.
The winner will be awarded a space to host their pop-up shop for 12 weeks during the holiday season.
Pop-Up Shop Term
October 1 - December 31
Location
Blue Ridge Mall, 1800 Four Seasons Blvd., Hendersonville, NC 28792
What You Win
To help bring your pop-up to life, the following will be provided:
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Restaurant space in the Mall for 12 weeks this holiday season from October 1 – December 31
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Rent to be covered by the Mall and utilities will be the responsibility of the contest winner
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Up to $1,000 toward design and build-out of the space
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Branded signage and coming soon graphics
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A team of marketing and graphic design professionals to assist in the design, layout and branding of your shop
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Access to training to assist with marketing your shop, predicting expenses and operating a brick-and-mortar space
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Press release announcing the winner distributed through all media channels
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Grand opening e-blast to 2,000+ Blue Ridge Mall Fashion Insiders
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Ongoing promotion of pop-up shop through all digital assets including social media and electronic newsletters
Winner's Responsibility
To qualify, the winner will be responsible for the following:
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Professionally merchandised store ready to conduct daily business by the term start date and throughout the term
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Staffing and adhering to Blue Ridge Mall hours of operation or agreed upon hours of operation
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Execution of short-term license agreement and proof of proper insurance coverage
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Documentation of design and build out expenditures
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Utilities within the Pop-Up space
About the Space
Located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mall across from Bath & Body Works, this space features an updated interior with a walkup counter and existing fixtures and appliances. The space is approximately 650 sf.
View the photo gallery above for pictures of the space or visit us at the Blue Ridge Mall to look around!
Note that the space shown is currently designed for restaurant use; however, we encourage pop-up concepts of all types to apply as modifications can be made. If you are interested in a retail use or another alternative use please make a note on your application as there are other locations available.