Food Truck

Event Dates: July 24–25, 2026

Location: Jim Graham Building – NC State Fairgrounds, Raleigh, NC

Hours of Operation:

Friday: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM (Adult-only after-hours show 9 PM–12 AM)

Saturday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM

We are seeking food trucks and specialty food vendors to feed thousands of cryptid fans, collectors, and convention attendees at Carolina CryptidCon 2026 – Mermaids to Mothman Tour.

✔️ Must provide a copy of your current health department permit.

✔️ Food trucks must be self-contained or specify needs for power/water.

✔️ Vendors are responsible for grease disposal, trash cleanup, and recycling.

✔️ Menu items and pricing must be approved in advance to avoid duplication.

Setup & Parking

• Setup Times:
  • Friday, July 24: 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM (must be ready by noon)
• Food trucks will be assigned designated parking areas outside the Jim Graham Building.
• Trucks must remain in place during operating hours.
• Breakdown is after 9 PM Saturday only.

• The event is rain or shine. No refunds for weather.
• Vendors must supply all hoses, cords, and necessary equipment.
• Event staff reserves the right to limit duplicate menu items.
• This is a family-friendly event by day, 18+ Friday night after 9 PM. Vendors must comply with this policy.
• Food Trucks will receive 4 free 2 day passes.

Policies

The event is rain or shine. No refunds for weather.

Vendors must supply all hoses, cords, and necessary equipment.

Event staff reserves the right to limit duplicate menu items.

This is a family-friendly event by day, 18+ Friday night after 9 PM. Vendors must comply with this policy.

Food Trucks will receive 4 free 2 day passes.