Baltimore Book Festival 2026

Join Us at the Baltimore Book Festival!

We’re looking for delicious and diverse food trucks and food vendors to serve festival-goers at the Baltimore Book Festival. This free, family-friendly festival celebrates storytelling, literature, and Baltimore’s creative spirit. Attendees will enjoy author talks, book signings, panel discussions, youth activities, and a vibrant marketplace of books and literary organizations.

With strong attendance and an engaging atmosphere, the festival is a great opportunity to showcase your culinary offerings while serving readers, families, and visitors from across the region.

The Baltimore Book Festival

The Baltimore Book Festival brings together nationally recognized authors, local writers, publishers, bookstores, and literary organizations for a weekend dedicated to the written word. Festival programming includes author readings, panel discussions, youth literacy activities, book signings, and a marketplace featuring books, literary vendors, and community organizations. Visitors of all ages are invited to discover new stories, connect with authors, and celebrate Baltimore’s vibrant literary culture. The Baltimore Book Festival welcomes residents, families, educators, and visitors from across the region to gather in celebration of books, ideas, and community.

Vendor Requirements:

• Must have a valid food vendor license and insurance.
• Must have a temporary food permit from the Baltimore City Health Department.
• Ability to serve a high volume of guests efficiently.
• Must be able to vend for both days.
• Must provide all necessary equipment and staffing.
• Set up and be ready to serve by 9:00 AM.

What You Receive:

• Reserved space during the event.
• Exposure to a large and enthusiastic crowd.
• Inclusion in the event site map.
• A chance to boost sales while supporting a fantastic community event!

Space is limited! Apply today to secure your spot and be part of this vibrant literary celebration! Browse through our applications and let us know if you have any questions.

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Join Us at the Baltimore Book Festival!

Community Row celebrates the organizations that strengthen Baltimore every day. We're inviting nonprofits, community organizations, educational institutions, and mission-driven partners to engage festival-goers through interactive exhibits, educational resources, and meaningful conversations that inspire connection, learning, and civic engagement. This free, family-friendly festival celebrates storytelling, literature, and Baltimore’s creative spirit. Attendees will enjoy author talks, book signings, panel discussions, youth activities, and a vibrant marketplace of books and literary organizations.

With strong attendance and an engaging atmosphere, the festival is a great opportunity to showcase your culinary offerings while serving readers, families, and visitors from across the region.

The Baltimore Book Festival

The Baltimore Book Festival brings together nationally recognized authors, local writers, publishers, bookstores, and literary organizations for a weekend dedicated to the written word. Festival programming includes author readings, panel discussions, youth literacy activities, book signings, and a marketplace featuring books, literary vendors, and community organizations. Visitors of all ages are invited to discover new stories, connect with authors, and celebrate Baltimore’s vibrant literary culture. The Baltimore Book Festival welcomes residents, families, educators, and visitors from across the region to gather in celebration of books, ideas, and community.

COMMUNITY ROW FEES AND ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Community Row is for nonprofit organizations, community associations, educational institutions, and city and state agencies.

Join Us at the Baltimore Book Festival!

The Literary Marketplace brings together the organizations that keep Baltimore's literary community thriving. We're seeking bookstores, publishers, literary nonprofits, independent presses, writing organizations, and book-related businesses to connect with readers, showcase their offerings, and celebrate the power of storytelling at the Baltimore Book Festival. This free, family-friendly festival celebrates storytelling, literature, and Baltimore’s creative spirit. Attendees will enjoy author talks, book signings, panel discussions, youth activities, and a vibrant marketplace of books and literary organizations.

With strong attendance and an engaging atmosphere, the festival is a great opportunity to showcase your culinary offerings while serving readers, families, and visitors from across the region.

The Baltimore Book Festival

The Baltimore Book Festival brings together nationally recognized authors, local writers, publishers, bookstores, and literary organizations for a weekend dedicated to the written word. Festival programming includes author readings, panel discussions, youth literacy activities, book signings, and a marketplace featuring books, literary vendors, and community organizations. Visitors of all ages are invited to discover new stories, connect with authors, and celebrate Baltimore’s vibrant literary culture. The Baltimore Book Festival welcomes residents, families, educators, and visitors from across the region to gather in celebration of books, ideas, and community.

Vendor Requirements:

• Must have a certificate of insurance.
• Ability to serve a high volume of guests efficiently.
• Must provide all necessary equipment and staffing.
• Set up and be ready to engage with festival goers by 9:00 AM.

What You'll Receive:

• Prime location in a high-traffic event area.
• Exposure to a large and enthusiastic crowd.
• Inclusion in event promotions (website, social media, etc.).
• A chance to boost sales while supporting a fantastic community event!

Spots are limited! Apply today to secure your space and be part of this literary celebration! Browse through our applications and let us know if you have any questions.