Champaign, IL FoodeesFest 2027

Foodees Fest Champaign, IL

Market Place Shopping Center   

May 14-16, 2027

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and may close at any time once capacity is reached. Many categories fill well before the listed deadline.

Foodees Fest is a large-scale, outdoor, multi-day festival built around food, culture, and small businesses that know how to show up and stand out. Vendors are selected based on product category, quality, presentation, professionalism, and event needs.

Admission is free!

Each event brings together vendors, including food trucks, tented food vendors, artisans, authors, and specialty crafters. 

This application helps us understand your business, your offerings, and how you fit into the overall event. Submission does not guarantee acceptance. We curate carefully to protect vendor success and avoid oversaturation.

You must enter method of payment for application to be fully submitted, and all spaces are first come first serve. 

 
Accepted Vendor Categories
• Food Trucks & Food Trailers 10x20 or less/Only accepting 3 larger food trucks for this space
• Tented Food Vendors (cooking onsite) TENT WEIGHTS REQUIRED
• Pre-Packaged Food Vendors
• Artisans & Crafters

ALL TENTS REQUIRE WEIGHTS 40LB MIN. PER LEG 
• Authors & Non-Food Retail

Vendors must apply under the category that accurately reflects their setup and what they sell.

You must have weights for your tents. ZERO exceptions.

Sponsors/Businesses, please reach out to Booking@foodeesfest.com as there is a separate channel for your business.

 
Event Expectations & Requirements
• Vendors must be fully self-sufficient
• Power and water are not provided
• Silent generators only (70 dB or lower)
• Straight-leg canopy tents only
• Clean, professional setups are required
• Signage must be clear and presentable

Insurance is required for all vendors
You will need a general liability policy with Foodees, LLC listed as additionally insured. If needed, this can be purchased during the application/approval process.

 
Menu & Product Approval
All food vendors must submit a full menu with their application.

Only approved items may be sold during the event. Food vendors may not sell lemonade.
No menu changes will be allowed after approval.

 
Curated Experience
We intentionally limit categories to give each vendor a fair opportunity to perform well. Unique offerings, strong presentation, and creative execution matter here.

 
Load-In, Event Info & Communication
All final details including:
• Load-in times
• Layout maps
• Permits and inspections
• Event updates

…will be shared exclusively inside the Foodees Vendors & Sponsors Facebook Group.

👉 Joining this group is required for participation.
This is where everything important is posted. If it’s not in the group, it’s not official. When you request to join the event you will have to answer all questions, or you will not be approved to join the group.

 https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1eWAiJ5pp2/

 All vendors are required to remain set up and in place for the duration of the event in order to provide a consistently high-quality experience for our patrons. Vendors may NOT depart the event prior to the conclusion without direction from Foodees LLC staff. 

 
Event Hours
Friday: 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM

 
Important Notes
• All vendors are expected to operate for all three days
• Late arrival, early breakdown, or no-shows may result in removal without refund
• Failure to follow event guidelines may impact future booking eligibility

 
Load in will be Thursday Morning and Friday Morning