Gaston MAX Food Vendor Application

Gaston MAX (Multicultural Arts Xperience) is taking place on March 25 from 11:00AM - 3:00PM at the Rotary Pavilion in downtown Gastonia. The City of Gastonia, Gaston County Public Library, Friends of the Gaston County Public Library, and Gaston County Government are partnering to celebrate the wide variety of cultures living in Gaston County and to showcase artists, authors, and entertainers. 
 If you are interested in becoming a vendor for the marketplace, please fill out the below application.
-  Food vendor fee: $35 Application deadline: February 19, 2023. Payment must also be received by February 19, 2023 for application to be valid. This is an electronic agreement and by selecting the booths, you are validating and approving this agreement electronically. Payment will be charged to card after application is approved.

Food Vendor Information:- Food trucks must supply their own generator. - At this time, only food trucks and trailers are accepted.- There will be no refunds due to any wind, rain, snow, or other inclement weather.  This is a rain or shine event.
- All vendor activities must be suitable for a family event.  Offensive materials, ads, or public displays will be removed and participation refused.
- Do not block private drives, entrances, or doors.  Be respectful of private property.
- Booth breakdown is no earlier than 8:00PM and must be completed no later than 9:00PM.- It is the responsibility of the vendor to keep the booth and surrounding area clean.  Each vendor shall leave the area in the same condition as it was found.
- A final packet going over these regulations and procedures will be sent to the point of contact listed on the application within two weeks before the event.  The packet will also include a site map, timeline, and set up and breakdown information.
- Food vendors must display a current Gaston County Health Department Temporary Food Sale Permit and adhere to the regulations set by the Health Department
- A copy of the Gaston County Health Department permit must be sent to Christine Ingle, along with the vendor application fee.
- Food vendors must provide properly rated fire extinguishers.
- Vendors are required to adhere to all applicable laws and provisions established by North Carolina, Gaston County Health Department, and the City of Gastonia Police and Fire Departments.  Vendors shall adhere to all federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations applicable to its business. 

The City of Gastonia, Gaston County Public Library, and the Friends of the Gaston County Public Library are partnering to host Gaston MAX (Multicultural Arts Xperience) on March 25 from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. We will be showcasing art, music, literature, and culture. The event will feature cultural food and activities, music, dancing, and more!

- There will be no refunds due to any wind, rain, snow, or other inclement weather.  This is a rain or shine event.
- Vendor fees are refundable within three weeks of the event. After that point in time, no refunds will be given.
- By signing the application, you agree to these terms and conditions.