Food Truck

Food Truck Vendor Information

We are excited to welcome a diverse selection of food trucks to AutumnFest 2026! This well-established festival, now in its 16th year, attracts thousands of visitors to Downtown Mebane. We are looking for high-quality, unique food vendors to complement the event.

📅 Event Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
🌧 Rain Date: Sunday, October 4, 2026
🕙 Event Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Downtown Mebane, NC

Food Truck Requirements & Details:

✅ Space & Setup:

• Food truck spaces are designated based on event layout and may be assigned on Clay Street, Third Street, or Fourth Street.

• Trucks must be self-contained—electricity and water hookups are not available.

• Vendors must provide their own quiet generators if power is needed.

• Setup must be completed at least 30 minutes before the event start time.

✅ Health & Safety:

• Vendors must comply with all local health department regulations and obtain necessary permits from Alamance County Health Department.

• Food trucks must be fully licensed and insured and have a valid fire extinguisher on-site.

• A copy of your Certificate of Insurance (COI) naming Downtown Mebane Development Corporation as an additional insured must be provided.

✅ Fees & Payments:

• The vendor fee is $300 per truck and is due upon approval.

• Payments will be process upon acceptance.

• No refunds will be issued after acceptance, including for no-shows or weather-related cancellations.

✅ Event Protocol & Vendor Conduct:

• Vendors must remain open for the entire event duration. Early departure is not allowed.

• All food trucks must have a waste disposal plan and keep their area clean.

• No music or amplified sound is permitted from food trucks unless pre-approved by event organizers.

• Vendors selling alcohol must have proper permits and follow all state and local laws.

✅ Parking & Logistics:

• Food truck vendors will receive detailed parking instructions closer to the event date.

• Only one support vehicle per food truck will be allowed in designated vendor parking areas.

Terms & Conditions

By applying to be a food vendor at AutumnFest 2026, you acknowledge and agree to the following:

1. Liability & Insurance: The vendor assumes all responsibility for their products, equipment, and any damages or injuries that may occur. Downtown Mebane Development Corporation is not liable for any loss, theft, damage, or injury. A Certificate of Insurance (COI) must be provided upon acceptance.

2. Compliance: Vendors must adhere to all health and safety regulations, including obtaining any necessary permits. Failure to do so may result in removal from the event without refund.

3. Refunds & Cancellations: Vendor fees are non-refundable. If the event is postponed due to weather, the rain date will be Sunday, October 4, 2026.

4. Vendor Conduct: Any vendor failing to comply with event rules, behaving unprofessionally, or causing disruption may be asked to leave immediately without a refund.

By submitting an application, you agree to abide by all rules and regulations set forth by AutumnFest 2026 organizers.