League City officials are warning residents to be cautious of scammers targeting potential vendors for the upcoming Harvest Fest. The city has issued an alert about fraudsters who are posing as city officials on social media, attempting to deceive those interested in selling crafts or services at the beloved event, as detailed by the League City announcement.
Residents have reported fraudulent Facebook posts claiming to seek vendors for City events like Harvest Fest. However, the reality is that Harvest Fest is already completely full with vendors. If you come across anyone suggesting there’s still space available, be aware you’re dealing with a scam artist. These con artists are enticing unsuspecting individuals with false promises, leaving them disappointed and out of money.
Avoiding these scams is easy. League City officials have specified the only legitimate way to become a vendor for their events: through the official League City website or in person at Hometown Heroes Park for events like Harvest Fest. All fees should only be processed online through the official website or in person at the park—never through social media or questionable online transactions.
Keep in mind that city employees have a professional reputation to uphold and would never use personal social media accounts for official business. If someone claims to be city staff in a Facebook event or group chat asking for vendors, they are likely a scammer. If you’ve fallen victim to a vendor scam and lost money, report it to the League City Police Department by calling 281-332-2566 to help pursue justice.
