FOOD VENDORS
FOOD VENDORS
Food Vendors Food Vendor Application (PDF)Vendor Rules & Regulations(pdf)
Health Unit Special Event Food Provider Application
City’s Food Vendor Business License Application
Food Vendors are an important enhancement to the Ribfest. By participating you will build your brand within the community and give your company exposure to thousands of attendees that our event attracts annually.
Vendors will be notified once the Ribfest committee has received the Vendor Form. At that time, the Vendor will be added to a contact list for event vending opportunities.
The Committee’s Selection Process supports the overall goals and objectives of Ribfest and is equitable and transparent to all vendors.
You must apply for a Special Event Food Truck vending license of $100.00 through the City of Brantford Licensing Department at (519) 759-4150.
Final deadline for submission of food applications/forms is July 2
Food Vendors MUST complete (1) the Ribfest Application (2) and fees to attend, (3) provide applicable proof of insurance, (4) completed Health Unit Inspection 15 days prior to the event, and (5) Business Application with City of Brantford in order to obtain Licensing with City of Brantford.
Friday – 4PM-11PM, Saturday – 11AM-11PM, Sunday – 11AM-7PM.
FOOD Vendors are:
BUSINESSES, CHARITY OR COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION, SELLING FOOD & DRINKS TO EAT AT FESTIVAL(NON-RIBBERS)
For more information or questions regarding Food Vendors please email us at ribfest[at]brantfordkinsmen.ca.
All food vendors must complete a Health Unit Special Event Food Application and submit it to the Grand Erie Public Health. Also the Special Event Food Truck vending license and submit it to the Branford licensing department. A copy must also be provided to us.
Ribfest is not responsible if your license application is not received in time or is not accepted by City of Brantford.
Ribfest requires all exhibitors, and nonprofits—everyone—to have insurance for the event. There are no exceptions.
If you don’t have insurance, we offer an affordable option for you. We’ve partnered with Duuo Insurance to offer Ribfest vendors affordable short-term insurance coverage that meets our requirements. Single-day coverage for only $14.46 (that’s including tax)!