Summer Blockfest Food Vendor (Tent/Stand)
About the application
Summer Blockfest is Hoboken’s first hip-hop-focused festival, founded in 2023 by Victor M. Lopez Jr., creator of What Hoboken Sounds Like. It was created to address the lack of a dedicated hip-hop platform in the city, giving local artists a stage to perform, connect, and gain visibility without pay-to-play barriers. Inspired by community-centered festivals like Dreamville Festival, it prioritizes access, equity, and artist development. Since launching, it has grown into an annual celebration of music, art, and culture, officially recognized by the City of Hoboken for its community impact. As of 2025, it has expanded to include artists from Jersey City along with select guest performers, continuing to strengthen the Hudson County hip-hop and creative scene.
About the event
Terms & Conditions
- All vendor fees and payments are due upon submission of this application.
Vendor Application Fee: $80 - City permit Fee: $100 Food Stand/Tent
- City permit Fee: $25 Pre-Packaged
- Application fee / city permit fee is NON-REFUNDABLE !
- No illegal substances or drugs, as well as well as alcohol, are allowed on festival grounds.
- No littering. Use designated trash and recycling bins throughout the area.
- All attendees, vendors, and staff must conduct themselves in a respectful and courteous manner at all times.
- Any form of discrimination, harassment, or disruptive behavior will not be tolerated and may result in removal from the festival.
The festival organizers are not responsible for any lost, stolen, or damaged personal belongings. - By attending the festival, you consent to the possibility of being photographed or filmed for promotional purposes. If you do not wish to be included in any media, please notify the festival staff.
- No climbing on structures, equipment, or festival installations.
In the event of vendor cancellations or non-participation, no refunds or credits will be provided (as mentioned) - Vendors are responsible for any additional costs incurred, such as travel, accommodations, or production.
- All vendors are responsible for bringing their own tables, chairs, and equipment. (tents are allowed - max tent size is 10'x10').
- Upon submission of this application and receipt of payment, this will be deemed as a binding contract.
Prices
| Food Tent Vendor (concealed) 10'x10' | $105.00 | Non-refundable | fee will go into city permitting fees. if you have a tent larger than 10'x10' then you must pay for 2 spaces. |
| Food Truck or Tent with open selling (non-concealed food) | $180.00 | Non-refundable | fee will go straight to city permitting fees. for tent vendors- if you have a tent larger than 10'x10' then you must pay for 2 spaces. |
Questions on the application
Business information
- Business name
- Legal business name
- Contact name
- Address
- Phone
- Website (Optional)
- Logo (Optional)
Additional information
- Temporary Vendor Permit - City of Hoboken
- Fire Permit for The City Of Hoboken (Tent or Truck)
- Business License
- Commissary agreement and Satisfactory placard – if applicable
- Food handler or food safety managers’ certifications (if required based on food type)
Picture requirements
- Minimum pictures required: 0
