Food Vendors

✨ Join us for the 2026 Midway Bourbon & Blues Festival — a full-day celebration of Kentucky bourbon, wine, beer, blues, and small-town magic!

Presented by the Midway Business Association, this beloved annual festival takes over Main Street for an unforgettable day of sipping, shopping, and soulful music in the heart of Midway.

🥃 🍺 🍷 Sip & Sample
Enjoy tastings from outstanding Kentucky distilleries, wineries, and breweries (participating tasting vendors TBA), featuring a rotating selection of bourbons, wines, and beers from across the Bluegrass.

🎨 Shop Local
Browse handcrafted goods from talented artists and makers, plus local boutiques, galleries, gift shops, antique stores, and more (participating vendors TBA).

🎶 Live Blues All Day
Experience live, high-energy blues music throughout the festival.
Music lineup coming soon.

 
📅 Event Details
Date: Saturday, June 13, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Location: E. Main Street, Midway, KY

 
🎟️ Tasting Passes — Coming Soon
The festival is free to attend.

Tasting passes will be available soon for guests who want to sample bourbon, wine, and beer from participating vendors.

Each tasting pass will include ten tasting tickets, redeemable at any participating beverage vendor for samples of their featured products.

👉 Tasting pass details and pricing coming soon.

 
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is the festival free to attend?
Yes! The festival is free to attend. A tasting pass is only required if you wish to sample bourbon, wine, or beer.

Will there be food available?
Yes. Food vendors and food trucks will be on site, and local restaurants and bars will be open throughout town.

I don’t drink — is there still plenty to do?
Absolutely. Enjoy live music, shopping, food, and the overall festival atmosphere without purchasing a tasting pass.

Is the tasting in a separate area?
No. Beverage vendors will be located throughout the festival and clearly marked. Only guests with a tasting pass may sample.

Is the festival dog-friendly?
Yes—with consideration. Friendly, non-aggressive dogs are permitted but must be leashed at all times. Due to blacktop surfaces, limited shade, crowds, and music, this may not be the best environment for all dogs. Owners are responsible for cleanup. Service animals are always welcome.

Will there be beverages available outside of the tasting program?
Yes. Domestic beer and wine will be available for purchase, and local restaurants may offer to-go alcoholic beverages in accordance with local regulations.

Where is the festival located?
E. Main Street in Midway, KY — conveniently located just one mile off I-64 at Exit 65, approximately 20 minutes from Lexington and one hour from Louisville.

 
📢 Important Scam Warning
We do not solicit vendors or sell tasting passes through DMs, comments, or unofficial links.

✔️ Vendor applications are only accepted through the official Eventeny link
✔️ Tasting passes will only be sold through official MBA links

If you see suspicious activity, please report it immediately.

2026 Midway Bourbon & Blues Festival
Vendor Terms & Conditions

The 2026 Midway Bourbon & Blues Festival is produced by the Midway Business Association (MBA) and will take place on Saturday, June 13, 2026, on Main Street in Midway, Kentucky.

By submitting an application, all vendors agree to the following Terms & Conditions:

 
1. Application Review & Acceptance
Submission of an application does not guarantee acceptance. The Midway Business Association reserves the sole right to accept or deny any application for any reason, including but not limited to space limitations, product mix, community standards, or overall event fit. All decisions by the MBA are final.

 
2. Application Fee
The application fee is fully non-refundable from the moment the application is submitted, regardless of acceptance status, withdrawal, or cancellation by the applicant.

 
3. Event Schedule & Setup
Event Date: Saturday, June 13, 2026
Location: Main Street, Midway, Kentucky
Vendor setup begins late Friday night prior to the event and continues through 11:00 AM on Saturday morning. Exact setup times, load-in instructions, and vehicle access details will be provided to accepted vendors closer to the event date.

All vendors must be fully set up and ready for business by the designated opening time on Saturday.

 
4. Vendor Fees & Refund Policy
All vendor booth fees are non-refundable after May 13, 2026.

No refunds shall be issued for any reason after this date, including but not limited to vendor cancellation, illness, travel issues, weather, emergencies, or failure to comply with event requirements.

If the event is postponed, delayed, or canceled due to circumstances beyond the control of the MBA—including but not limited to weather, acts of God, government restrictions, or safety concerns—vendor fees will not be refunded.

 
5. Weather & Force Majeure
The Midway Bourbon & Blues Festival is a rain or shine event. Vendors acknowledge and accept all risks associated with outdoor events. The MBA is not responsible for losses due to weather conditions, power outages, or other uncontrollable circumstances.

 
6. Booth Operations & Conduct
Vendors must operate only within their assigned space.
Booth sharing, subleasing, or transferring space without written approval from the MBA is prohibited.
Vendors must maintain a clean, professional, and safe booth area at all times.
Vendors may sell only those items listed and approved in their application.
The MBA reserves the right to require immediate removal of any vendor whose conduct, products, or operations are deemed unsafe, inappropriate, or inconsistent with event standards. No refunds will be issued in such cases.

 
7. Licenses, Permits & Compliance
Vendors are solely responsible for obtaining and complying with all required local, state, and federal licenses, permits, and tax obligations, including Kentucky sales tax requirements where applicable.

Food and beverage vendors must comply with all applicable health department regulations and inspection requirements.

 
8. Insurance Requirements
All vendors are responsible for maintaining appropriate insurance coverage for their operations.

Food Vendors:
All food vendors are required to carry general liability insurance with a minimum coverage of $1,000,000 (one million dollars).
The policy must list the Midway Business Association (MBA) as an additional insured.

Proof of insurance must be submitted by the deadline provided by the MBA and prior to participation in the event. Failure to provide valid proof of insurance will result in removal from the event without refund.

The MBA reserves the right to request proof of insurance from any vendor category.

 
9. Liability & Indemnification
Vendors participate in the event at their own risk. The Midway Business Association, the City of Midway, event staff, volunteers, sponsors, and property owners shall not be held liable for injury, loss, theft, or damage to persons or property.

Vendors agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Midway Business Association and all associated parties from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from the vendor’s participation in the event.

 
10. Event Changes
The Midway Business Association reserves the right to adjust the event layout, vendor placement, schedule, or event details as necessary for safety, logistics, or overall event success.

 
11. Agreement
Submission of an application constitutes agreement to all Terms & Conditions outlined above. Vendors acknowledge that they have read, understand, and agree to comply with these requirements.