Food Vendors

This application is for food vendors only. Food vendors may include any entrée or meal-type items, snacks, desserts, or nonalcoholic beverages. 

Please note that vendor space is limited, and we prioritize local vendors who do not directly compete with existing downtown restaurants to ensure variety for our attendees.

Submission of an application does not guarantee participation in the events. Vendor space is limited.

A one-time, non-refundable, $15 application fee for all vendors, applied towards the total $100 vendor fee if accepted

Application deadline: Friday, August 7th, 11:59 PM

Applicants will be notified about their status within one week of the submission deadline.

The Downtown Belmont Development Association (DBDA) reserves the right to approve or deny vendor applications at their discretion. The DBDA may close applications to certain vendor types when the allotted number of vendor spaces are filled. Vendors will receive a receipt of approval and payment confirming they have been approved to attend the event as a vendor.

EVENT GUIDELINES:

• Vendor selections will be made on the basis of your provided menu and availability
• Participation in any event is not confirmed until payment is received
• Set-up must be completed 30 minutes prior to the event start time.
• Trucks must be open for sales and service throughout the active event hours (no early departures allowed)
• Trucks should be self-contained for water, electricity, lighting, etc. Electrical access will NOT be provided
• "Whisper-quiet" generators such as the Honda EUi Series inverter models or equivalent are required. Vendors will be asked to turn off any excessively loud generators that are determined to interfere with music/performances or overall enjoyment of the event. No generators emitting excessive fumes will be allowed.
• In the event of inclement weather, every effort will be made to continue the event
• For a total wash-out prediction, vendors will be notified on event day
• All food items must be stored appropriately inside the truck
• Grease or other contaminants must be disposed of properly. Dumping items on the ground may result in a ban from future events. 
• Vendors must remove all trash from their booth area
• Vendors must complete the "Temporary Food Event Vendor Application" and send it to the Gaston County Environmental Health Department if accepted as a vendor
• Vendors may be inspected at any time by the Environmental Health Department or Fire Marshal to ensure compliance
• Vendor fees will not be returned to any vendor found not to be in compliance and/or asked to discontinue sales
• Refunds will only be issued if you notify the event coordinator of your inability to attend and your spot is able to be filled by a comparable vendor AT LEAST TWO WEEKS PRIOR TO THE EVENT. If your spot cannot be filled, no refund will be issued.