Food Vendors
About the application
Join us for “Nest Fest,” a special evening celebrating Bastrop’s designation as a Bird City, as part of F.A.M.E. — Fridays Art Market Entertainment 🎨🎶✨
Happening Friday, April 3rd, from 5PM–8PM on Pine Street in downtown Bastrop, this free monthly experience brings together art, culture, and community with a fresh theme each month.
This month, take flight into a vibrant evening inspired by our feathered friends and the natural beauty that surrounds us. Explore bird-themed art, handcrafted goods, and creative works that celebrate nature, wildlife, and the spirit of Bastrop. Enjoy live music, connect with local artists, and experience the energy of a community rooted in creativity and conservation.
Whether you’re an art lover, a nature enthusiast, or simply looking for a fun and meaningful night out, Nest Fest invites you to gather, explore, and celebrate what makes Bastrop truly special.
📍 Event Location:
Pine Street (closed from Main St to Water St)
🕔 Event Time:
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📅 Event Format:
Outdoor street market with live entertainment and community programming
About the event
Terms & Conditions
Vendor Release, Indemnity & Hold Harmless Agreement
I fully understand that my participation in the 2026 City of Bastrop Mardi Gras Festival presents exposure to the risk of personal injury, death, or property damage. I acknowledge that participation is voluntary and agree to assume all risks.
I hereby release, discharge, and agree not to sue the City of Bastrop, its officials, officers, agents, employees, representatives, or volunteers for any injury, death, or loss of property arising out of or connected with participation in the Festival, including negligence.
I agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Released Parties from any claims arising out of my participation, including injuries or damages caused in whole or in part by the intentional acts, negligence, or recklessness of the Released Parties.
I understand participants may be photographed or recorded at the event and grant full permission for such media to be used by the City of Bastrop for promotional purposes.
I certify that I have read the 2026 Bastrop F.A.M.E. Days Vendor Guidelines, understand all expectations, and agree to comply with all festival rules, instructions, and requirements. I certify all information submitted in this application is true and correct.
Prices
| 10x10 Booth | $30.00 | Non-refundable | Single booth space is 10 feet wide and 10 feet deep. |
| 10x10 Booth - Nonprofit | $10.00 | Non-refundable | Single booth space is 10 feet wide and 10 feet deep. |
| Food Truck | $30.00 | Non-refundable |
Questions on the application
Business information
- Business name
- Legal business name
- Contact name
- Address
- Phone
- Website (Optional)
- Logo (Optional)
Additional information
- Will you have a food-truck or be a pop-up booth space?
- Do you have a food truck or a food trailer?
- Please describe the products, food, or items you plan to sell.
- What are the dimensions of your food truck or trailer?
- Will you be cooking on-site at the event?
- If you selected "other" to the above question, please describe your items below:
- Are you a nonprofit organization?
- Please list all cooking equipment and power sources that you will be using.
- Will any cooking take place under an NFPA 701–approved, flame-retardant tent or canopy?
- Please list any special considerations or requests for booth placement.
- I understand I must provide my own tent, tables, chairs, and equipment.
- I understand power will not be provided at this event.
- I understand vehicles are not permitted inside the festival area and I must dolly in my equipment from assigned parking.
- I understand setup is between 1PM-3PM and no vendor will be admitted after 3PM.
- I agree to secure my tent and materials with weights to prevent wind hazards.
- I agree to have all of the fire equipment needed and have my on-site fire inspection done at 3PM.
- I understand early teardown before 4:00 PM is not allowed.
- Do you grant the City of Bastrop permission to use event photos or videos that may include your booth for promotional purposes?
- Please upload your Sales Tax Permit. This item is required unless you are a nonprofit.
- Please upload your Bastrop County Temporary/Yearly Food Permit, City of Bastrop Mobile Food Permit, or state issued food permit.
- Please upload a copy of your State Issued ID
- I acknowledge that participation in the 2026 City of Bastrop TX Mardi Gras Festival (“Festival”) is voluntary and involves risk, which I knowingly assume. I release, waive, and agree to hold harmless the City of Bastrop, its officials, employees, agents, and volunteers from any claims or liability arising from my participation, including negligence, and I agree to indemnify the City of Bastrop from any such claims. I grant permission for photos, video, or other media captured during the Festival to be used by the City of Bastrop. I certify that I have read and agree to the 2026 Bastrop TX Mardi Gras Vendor Guidelines, will comply with all rules, and am responsible for required licenses, permits, and insurance. Typing my full legal name below constitutes my electronic signature and agreement to these terms.
- If you selected a "food truck," which side will you be serving from?
Picture requirements
- Minimum pictures required: 0
