Application

2026 Taste of Blount Participant

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Deadline: Aug 28, 2026 11:59 am (GMT-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
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Date: Sep 15, 2026 6:00 pm - Sep 15, 2026 8:00 pm (EDT)
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Maryville, Tennessee
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Free

About the application

You may choose to enter your food and/or beverages in the following categories that will be judged by the event attendees (People’s Choice Awards): best appetizer, best sandwich, best main dish, best dessert and best beverage.
 
All vendors and entrees will also be judged for best presentation (booth decoration and food) and best overall dish.
 
Vendors may pick one of their dishes to be judged in the Culinary Excellence Awards.

About the event

Ticket holders can enjoy savory favorites from local restaurants, caterers, and gourmet grocers, while voting for their favorite appetizer, main course, sandwich, dessert, beverage, presentation, and overall winner. Guests who upgrade to the Chef’s Table will experience an elevated evening with exclusive tastings, premium seating, and enhanced hospitality. Culinary judges will present the “Culinary Excellence Awards” based on one item from each Taste of Blount vendor.
Blount Partnership
Blount Partnership
Blount Partnership
Blount Partnership

Terms & Conditions

  • All participants must be located in Blount County
  • Each vendor will be provided two 8’ tables for display and serving and two chairs. Please provide your own signage and booth decorations.
  • Vendors must provide plates (5” recommended) or bowls, cups and the necessary pans and utensils.
  • Each booth is required to have a 2A 10 BC fire extinguisher and comply with Fire Marshal Codes and Regulations.
  • You must furnish your own tent. All tents must be weighted down; NO stakes are allowed in the ground per the City of Maryville. Larger tents require a permit – contact events@blountpartnership.com if you need a permit.
  • All participants must have a business in Blount County.

 Vendors are required to have a minimum One Million Dollar ($1,000,000.00) general liability policy and name the Blount Chamber of Commerce and separately the City of Maryville as Additional Insured on the policy as well as the name and date of the event. Food trucks must have a mobile food vendor permit for the City of Maryville.

Prices

Restaurant Participant $0.00 Non-refundable Single booth space is intended a 10 x 10 tent.
Food Truck Participant $0.00 Non-refundable

Questions on the application

Business information

  • Business name
  • Legal business name
  • Contact name
  • Address
  • Email
  • Phone
  • Website (Optional)
  • Logo

Additional information

  • Which category will you enter for Taste of Blount?
  • Please describe your dish or beverage
  • Which one dish will you submit for the Culinary Excellence Competition?
  • Do you require electricity?

Picture requirements

  • Minimum pictures required: 0
2026 Taste of Blount Participant
2026 Taste of Blount Participant
2026 Taste of Blount