Thank you for your interest in joining the NC Potato Festival! Completing this application does NOT guarantee acceptance into the festival. * Certificate of Insurance (COI), Temporary Food Establishment (TFE) permits, and booth fees are NOT REQUIRED UNLESS YOUR APPLICATION IS ACCEPTED. Returning vendors, in good standing, will be given priority and the first opportunity to confirm participation before new applications are considered. Please review all information carefully. By submitting your application, you confirm that you have read and agree to all NC Potato Festival Terms and Conditions. IMPORTANT INFO FOR 2026 • Vendors are reviewed and selected by the vendor committee. • Vendor fees are non-refundable once accepted. • Applications must be complete to be considered. • Applications must include photos of your full booth setup (photos must be under 1MB). • Non-profits must submit proof of non-profit status. • Proof of booth liability insurance (COI) is required upon acceptance. • The festival has exclusive rights to soft drinks and bottled water. Vendors may sell fresh fruit drinks and freshly brewed tea. No canned or bottled drinks may be sold. FEES • Non-Profit: $150 for 10 feet • Commercial: $325 for 10 feet / $575 for 20 feet / $700 for 30 feet • Fees and proof of insurance will only be collected after acceptance. FESTIVAL & CONCESSIONS/FOOD VENDOR HOURS The NCPF is a rain or shine, outdoor event. FESTIVAL HOURS Friday, May 15, 2026 • 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM Saturday, May 16, 2026 • 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM Sunday, May 17, 2026 • 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM CONCESSIONS VENDOR HOURS Friday, May 15, 2026 • 5:00 PM through 11:00 PM Saturday, May 16, 2026 • 10:00 AM through 11:00 PM Sunday, May 17, 2026 • 10:00 AM through 6:00 PM (with a 6:00 PM hard stop) Concessions vendors are expected to operate during all required festival hours as indicated above. VENDOR CRITERIA • Vendors must submit a complete list of food items to be considered. • Only pre-approved items may be sold. • Concessions vendor spaces are limited. • The festival limits the number of vendors offering similar products or services. • Set-up time: Friday, May 15, 2026, from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM • Operation Hours: Friday • 05/15/26 • 5P-11PM Saturday, 05/16/26 • 10AM-11PM Sunday • 05/17/26 • 10AM-6PM • Concessions vendors are expected to operate continuously during all required festival hours as indicated above. • Vendors must pass inspection on the first day of the event by the Albemarle Regional Health Services (ARHS). Inspectors will remain on-site, and vendors will be checked throughout the event. • Review of vendor applications will begin February 15, 2026. • Acceptance or waitlisted will be sent via email. • Approved vendors will receive instructions for payment and how to upload proof of booth insurance. Fees and COI must be received within 10 days of acceptance or your space will be forfeited. A VENDOR PACKET with load-in instructions and event details will be distributed within 2 weeks of the festival. THE NORTH CAROLINA POTATO FESTIVAL RESERVES THE RIGHT TO ACCEPT OR DENY ANY APPLICATION.