Cinco De Minzer 2026

FOOD VENDOR OVERVIEW
Cinco De Mizner is a family-friendly Cinco de Mayo celebration sponsored by The _ Tequila Fest, featuring exceptional food, live entertainment, games, kids’ activities, and responsibly managed bar service.

We are curating a limited number of high-quality food vendors that can execute efficiently, professionally, and at scale in an outdoor festival environment.

This is a food-forward event. Vendors should be prepared for strong attendance and steady service throughout the day.

 
WHAT IS INCLUDED
One (1) standard outdoor food vendor space
Placement within the main festival footprint
Inclusion on event website and select marketing materials
IMPORTANT: This is a space-only participation fee.
 
WHAT IS NOT PROVIDED (READ CAREFULLY)
Food vendors must be 100% self-contained.

The event DOES NOT PROVIDE:

Tents or canopies
Tables or chairs
Generators or power sources
Extension cords or lighting
Cooking equipment
Water hookups
Trash bins inside vendor booths
You are responsible for bringing EVERYTHING required to operate your booth safely and legally.

 
FOOD VENDOR REQUIREMENTS
All food vendors must:

Provide their own tent (white or neutral preferred)
Provide their own generator and power
Provide all cooking, warming, and service equipment
Provide all food prep and sanitation supplies
Provide trash and waste management within your booth
Operate entirely within your assigned footprint
Remain open and operational for the full duration of the event
Failure to arrive fully equipped may result in denied setup with no refund.

 
MENU & EXCLUSIVITY
Vendors must list all menu items in their application
No duplicate menus will be approved once a category is filled
Event management reserves the right to limit or deny vendors based on menu overlap
Changes to menus after approval must be submitted in writing for approval
 
HEALTH, SAFETY & PERMITS
Food vendors are solely responsible for:

All required county and state health department permits
Temporary food service permits (if applicable)
Compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations
Proper food handling, storage, and temperature control
Vendors must have all permits on-site and available for inspection.

 
LOAD-IN, SETUP & BREAKDOWN
Load-in times will be assigned prior to the event
Vendors must be fully set up before gates open
Early breakdown is NOT permitted
Vendors who break down early may be excluded from future events
 
PAYMENT & REFUND POLICY
Vendor fee: $500
Payment is due upon acceptance
All fees are non-refundable, including weather-related circumstances
Event is rain or shine unless canceled by organizers

VENDOR OVERVIEW
Cinco De Mizner is a family-friendly Cinco de Mayo celebration sponsored by The _ Tequila Fest, featuring great food, live entertainment, games, kids’ activities, and thoughtfully curated local vendors.

We are seeking artisan makers, local crafters, and small businesses offering handmade goods, original products, and locally produced items that align with a positive, inclusive, and community-driven festival environment.

This is a curated vendor experience — not a flea market or resale fair.

 
ACCEPTABLE VENDOR CATEGORIES
We welcome vendors offering:

Handmade or artisan goods
Local art, prints, and crafts
Jewelry (handmade or original designs)
Apparel, accessories, and lifestyle goods
Home goods, candles, soaps, skincare
Cultural goods and locally inspired products
Small-batch packaged goods (non-perishable preferred)
❌ Not permitted:

Mass-produced or resale merchandise
MLM or direct sales companies
Weapons, drug paraphernalia, or illegal items
Anything not appropriate for a family-friendly event
 
WHAT IS INCLUDED
One (1) standard outdoor vendor space
Placement within the festival footprint
Listing on the event website (when applicable)
This is a space-only vendor fee.
 
WHAT IS NOT PROVIDED (READ CAREFULLY)
Artisan vendors must be fully self-contained.

The event DOES NOT PROVIDE:

Tents or canopies
Tables or chairs
Power or electricity
Extension cords or lighting
Storage or overnight security
You are responsible for bringing EVERYTHING needed to operate your booth.

 
VENDOR SETUP REQUIREMENTS
All artisan vendors must:

Provide their own tent (white or neutral preferred)
Provide their own tables, displays, and signage
Remain within their assigned footprint
Keep booth setup clean, safe, and professional
Be fully operational for the full duration of the event
Failure to arrive fully equipped may result in denied setup with no refund.

 
PRODUCT REVIEW & APPROVAL
Vendors must clearly list all products in their application
Photos of products or booth setup are required
Event management reserves the right to limit similar vendors
Acceptance is based on product quality, originality, and fit
 
LOAD-IN, SETUP & BREAKDOWN
Load-in instructions will be provided prior to the event
Vendors must complete setup before gates open
Early breakdown is not permitted
Vendors who break down early may be excluded from future events
 
PAYMENT & REFUND POLICY
Vendor fee: $250
Payment is due upon acceptance
All fees are non-refundable
Event is rain or shine unless canceled by organizers

Tequila & Mezcal Only
VIP Area Presented by The _ Tequila Fest
Cinco De Mizner | Saturday, May 2, 2026
⏰ VIP Service Hours: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM

 
APPLICATION PROCESS (IMPORTANT)
There is NO charge to submit an application
Applications are reviewed by event management
Approved brands will be charged a $100 non-refundable application fee
Remaining participation balance will be invoiced after approval
Submission of an application does not guarantee acceptance.

 
VIP PARTICIPATION OPTIONS (AGAVE)
REQUIRED (AFTER APPROVAL)
$100 Application Fee

 
OPTION 1: VIP 10x10 AGAVE BRAND SPACE
$500 Total Participation Fee
Balance invoiced after approval: $400

One (1) 10x10 activation inside the VIP area
Guaranteed placement for tequila & mezcal brands (subject to compliance)
 
OPTION 2: VIP CUSTOM AGAVE ACTIVATION
$1,000 Total Participation Fee
Balance invoiced after approval: $900

Expanded or custom VIP footprint
Interactive or experiential activation (approved in advance)
 
AGAVE VIP PRIORITY
The VIP Area is presented by The _ Tequila Fest and is designed to showcase premium agave spirits.

Tequila & Mezcal brands are guaranteed placement, pending compliance and space availability
Final approval is based on brand quality, presentation, and operational readiness
 
VIP SERVICE WINDOW (VERY IMPORTANT)
Brands may only pour and activate from 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
No early service permitted
No late service permitted
Brands must be fully set up prior to 3:00 PM
 
WHAT IS PROVIDED BY EVENT
Ice for sampling and service
Controlled VIP layout
Event security and alcohol compliance oversight
ID verification and wristbanding
 
WHAT IS NOT PROVIDED
Agave brands must be fully self-contained.

The event does NOT provide:

Tents or canopies
Tables, bars, shelving, or back bars
Power or generators
Cups or sampling vessels
Product, mixers, garnishes, tools, or signage
Brands must provide EVERYTHING needed to operate.

 
SAMPLING & SERVICE REQUIREMENTS
Brands must provide all cups and sampling materials
All service must comply with local and state alcohol laws
Responsible service is mandatory
Event management reserves the right to limit pour sizes
 
PAYMENT & REFUND POLICY
Fees are only collected after approval
All fees are non-refundable
Event is rain or shine
 
FINAL NOTICE 
This application is for AGAVE BRANDS ONLY. VIP service is strictly limited to 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Brands must be fully self-contained. Ice will be provided; nothing else will be supplied.

VIP PARTICIPATION OPTIONS (NON-AGAVE)
REQUIRED (AFTER APPROVAL)
$100 Application Fee

 
OPTION 1: VIP 10x10 BRAND SPACE
$500 Total Participation Fee
Balance invoiced after approval: $400

 
OPTION 2: VIP CUSTOM BRAND ACTIVATION
$1,000 Total Participation Fee
Balance invoiced after approval: $900

Custom activations are very limited.

 
NON-AGAVE CURATION POLICY
The VIP Area is curated to complement the agave focus of The _ Tequila Fest.

Non-agave categories are limited
Acceptance is based on:

Brand fit with a tequila-forward VIP experience
Product quality and presentation
Category balance
Space availability
Not all approved categories will be accepted.

 
VIP SERVICE WINDOW (VERY IMPORTANT)
Brands may only pour and activate from 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
No early or extended service permitted
Brands must be fully set up before 3:00 PM
 
WHAT IS PROVIDED BY EVENT
Ice for sampling and service
Controlled VIP environment
Security and compliance oversight
ID verification and wristbanding
 
WHAT IS NOT PROVIDED
Non-agave brands must be fully self-contained.

The event does NOT provide:

Tents or canopies
Tables, bars, shelving
Power or generators
Cups or sampling vessels
Product, mixers, garnishes, or signage
Everything required for service must be provided by the brand.

 
PAYMENT & REFUND POLICY
Fees are collected only after approval
All fees are non-refundable
Event is rain or shine
 
FINAL NOTICE 
This application is for NON-AGAVE BRANDS. Space is limited and curated. VIP service is strictly limited to 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Brands must be fully self-contained. Ice will be provided; nothing else will be supplied.