2026 Schererville Fireworks - Food Truck / Food Vendor (w/ Electricity)
About the application
Join us for America's 250th Celebration!
About the event
Terms & Conditions
Fee: Fee includes one space for one tent or trailer only. One plug up to 50 amps included. Additional 220 electrical hook-ups (re: refrigerator, freezer, lights, etc.) separate from serving trailer/booth will have a $100 hook-up fee per plug plus tax & fees. Any additional 110 electrical hook-ups are $50 hook-up fee per plug plus tax & fees. NOTE: Water hook-up is NOT available at this location.
Payment: Payment will be taken directly upon approval of applications. Vendors must provide a viable card with vendor application. Failure to do so will result in immediate denial of your application.
Set up/Takedown: Set up will be on Thursday, July 2 from 1-4pm. Vendors are responsible for bringing all supplies and equipment necessary for their set up and operation. Vendors must use a food grade hose. Vendors are expected to operate during event hours. Fireworks start at approximately 9:30pm. (All bright lights are required to be off)
ALL FOOD VENDORS ARE REPSONSIBLE TO PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING:
- A certificate of insurance naming the Town of Schererville (not the Park Dept.) as the certificate holder and additional insured one week prior. There are specific criteria your certificate of insurance must included. Please see the Certificate of Insurance sample below for reference.
- All vendors will be responsible for having a posted and visible County Health Permit and a 10lb. ABC fire extinguisher with current certification tag. Vendors will not be allowed to set up or operate if all requirements are not met and are subject to inspection by local fire department officials.
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IMPORTANT POLICIES
The following are grounds for removal from the event and exclusion from future Schererville Parks events:
1. Leaving Early: Vendors must stay for the full event duration. Fireworks will begin around 9:30pm (All bright lights are requireed to be off). If you need to leave early due to unforeseen circumstances, communication with the Schererville Parks Dept. is required.
2. Arriving Late: Event starts at 5pm your booth space should be ready for business by 4:30pm. Ready for Business means that someone should be at the booth/truck and it should be opened for business.
3. Parking Incorrectly: Vendors must park in the designated area. Any specific requests regarding parking must be approved by the Parks Department.
4. Respect: All vendors must treat others with kindness and respect. Disrespectful behavior will not be tolerated.
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Waiver & Release Of All Claims: The participant in this event/program, recognize and acknowledge that there are certain risks of physical injury and I agree and assume the full risk of any injuries, including death, damages or loss which the participant (s) may sustain as a result of participating in all activities connected with or associated with such program. I, the participant in this event/program, agree to waive and relinquish all claims that I or the participants may have as a result of participating in the programs against the above named entity and its agents, officers, servants, and employees. I, the participant in this event/program agree to fully release and discharge the above named and its officers, agents, servants, and employees from any and all claims for injuries, including death, damage or loss which I or any participants may have or which occur to me or the participants on account of participation in the above programs. I, the participant in this event/program further agree to indemnify, hold harmless, and defend the above named entity and its officers, agents, servants, and employees from any and all claims resulting from injuries, including death, damages, and/or losses sustained by the participants and arising out of, connecting with, or in any way associated with the activities of the above programs. I have read and fully understand the above program details and I fully understand that “This is a release of all claims”.
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REFUND POLICY: All vendor fees are non-transferable and non-creditable. Vendors who cancel 30+ days before the event may receive a 50% refund with written notice. No refunds are given for cancellations made within 30 days or for no-shows. If the event is canceled by the organizer, vendors will receive a 70% refund, unless the event has already begun or is fully set up—in which case no refunds are issued. The event will not be rescheduled, and no credits or alternate dates will be offered. All events are rain or shine.
Related files
Prices
| (1) Additional 110 Outlet | $50.00 (+ tax and fees) | Non-refundable | |
| (1) Additional 220 Outlet | $100.00 (+ tax and fees) | Non-refundable |
Questions on the application
Business information
- Business name
- Legal business name
- Contact name
- Address
- Phone
- Website (Optional)
- Logo (Optional)
Additional information
- List ALL Food items being sold.
- Size of Food Truck, Tent
- What side is your serving window on?
- What electricity do you require?
- I understand that payment will be taken directly upon approval. Failure to provide a viable card with my application will result in immediate denial
- I have read and agree to the terms and conditions of the event through the Waiver & Release of all claims.
- I agree to the refund policy as follows: All vendor fees are non-transferable and non-creditable. Vendors who cancel 30+ days before the event may receive a 50% refund with written notice. No refunds are given for cancellations made within 30 days or for no-shows. If the event is canceled by the organizer, vendors will receive a 70% refund, unless the event has already begun or is fully set up—in which case no refunds are issued. The event will not be rescheduled, and no credits or alternate dates will be offered. All events are rain or shine.
Picture requirements
- Minimum pictures required: 5
