summer concert food truck Vendor Application

Event Dates: June 20, August 15, September 19

Event Hours: 5:30-9:30pm

Food Truck Arrival Time: 4:00-4:30pm

Event Fee: $100 (Payment is not needed to apply).

Important Information to Know **PLEASE READ ENTIRELY BEFORE SUBMITTING**
This event has space for 5 food trucks per concert. It is also a goal to offer a variety of cuisine options at each event.

• To complete application submission, participating trucks are required to have all necessary permits to serve in Wake County.
• Each truck must provide a copy of their Certificate of Insurance naming the Downtown Garner Association as an additional insured for the event date. A minimum of $1M in general liability insurance is required along with a minimum of $1M in automobile liability insurance. (Only needed after selected to be in rodeo).
• List or photo of menu items and pricing. (Only needed after selected to be in rodeo).
• Electricity will NOT be available for purchase. However, a quiet grade generator is allowed.
• Food Vendors may NOT sell alcoholic beverages at the event.
• Grease/oil and trash disposal will not be provided.
• Vendors will be advised of the designated parking area upon arrival; please let us know if you require special accommodations.
• The designated entry time for setup begins at 4:00pm. Vendors will be able to park and unload at their space but are asked to unload then remove vehicles as quickly as possible in order to prevent congestion. All vehicles (other than food trucks) must be removed from the event area before 4:30pm.
• The designated time for breakdown begins at 9:30pm unless otherwise noted by the Event Coordinator. No vehicles will be allowed into the event area until this time. (Vendor participation will be prohibited in future events for those who break down prior to designated time).
• Staff reserves the right to dismiss any Vendor who displays disorderly conduct.
  
• Help promote the rodeo via Facebook and Instagram.

Applications will open on Thursday, April 17, 2025, and must be submitted by Thursday, May 15, 2025. Please note that submitting an application does not guarantee acceptance to the event. Applications generally outnumber available spots.

You will be notified of selection to attend by Friday, May 16, 2025. There will be a $100 fee for trucks that are selected; fees are non-refundable. All payment and required documentation (permits, COI, menu items) are due within 10 days of notification of acceptance of event. Checks should be written to the Downtown Garner Association or paid online. Failure to pay promptly will result in forfeiting your spot.

Questions? Contact April Wood – awood@garnernc.gov or 984.800.7572.

2025 SUMMER CONCERT FOOD TRUCK APPLICATION