More than just RIBS!

FOOD Vendor Application Only

The Rotary Club of Guelph Trillium (The Club) is proud to be hosting its 27th annual Ribfest fundraiser.

As with many other Rotary events, our objective is not only to raise funds for the community, but also to offer an enjoyable family-oriented event. In addition to Ribbers, entertainment, children’s play area, market vendors we also have space available for Food Vendors

The event will be held in Riverside Park in Guelph.

The hours of the event are Friday 12:00 until 11:00 PM, Saturday 11:00 am to 11:00 pm and Sunday 11:00 to 8:00. Vendors are expected to be on site each day for the duration of the event

Food Vendor Spots Are Available!

Spaces are available on an application basis only and with limits on the number of vendors that can sell similar products. Although we will limit the number of vendors selling a particular product there is NO EXCLUSIVITY.

We invite you to review and complete the attached vendor application form.

Please note that all Food Vendor sites will have access to water and hydro. These utilities will be included in the price of the site’
Participants are approved on an annual basis at the sole discretion of the Rotary Club of Guelph Trillium. Past participants are not guaranteed approval in subsequent years and location of the site is at the sole discretion of the Club and shall not be subject to Participant approval.

Email the completed application to ribfest.food.court.1@gmail.com

The deadline to submit an applications for consideration is May 1st. Every effort will be made to make decisions by May 10th.

Applications received after May 1st will be considered pending space availability

Please do not send cheques until a spot has been confirmed.

Once we have confirmed a spot is available for a participant:

A contract will be sent to you for review and signing.
The participant will be required to sign the contract and return with Full Payment No later than June 10th, 2025. If payment is not received by this date you may lose your spot.

In addition

A deposit of $200 is required no later than June 10th. The deposit is held through the duration of the event. If no damage has occurred the deposit will be returned.
you will also have to send proof of insurance policy in a minimum amount of TWO MILLION DOLLARS ($2,000,000.00) covering public liability, bodily injury, food products liability and property damage. “The Rotary Club of Guelph Trillium” shall be named as an additional insured on such policy and a certificate of insurance in conformity herewith shall be delivered to the Club on or before the time of deposit is due.
Complete Public Health Application
Provide a copy Food Truck Licence if applicable
Apply for Food Vehicle Business Licence Application: Short-term Licence (valid for up to three consecutive days) Classification: Mobile food preparation vehicle/trailer. As per City of Guelph requirement
Fill in and return hydro form

Jannette TenHag and Richard Peck
Vendor Coordinators Ribfest 2025

First Name*

Last Name*

Company Name*

Street Address*

City*

Province*

Postal Code*

Phone Number*

Cell Phone

Email*

Space Required
(Hydro and Water included in price)
Consider the size of tent/trailer when choosing size taking into account need for tent posts
*

20’ wide x 20’ deep space - $995

40’ wide x 20’ deep space - $1825

Product Information
Describe, in detail, the product you will sell. Items must be preapproved by event coordinator. A limited number of vendors will offer the same goods or services for sale. *

Setup
Describe, in detail your setup (tents, trailers, food trucks etc)

Are you a Returning Vendor?*

I am a returning Vendor to the Guelph Ribfest

I have not participated in Guelph Ribfest

Food Trucks
If set up above includes food truck, are you currently licensed with the City of Guelph?
If Yes Please provide a copy of License.*

Yes

Not Applicable, we do not have a food truck

GreyWater Bins
Do you require access to GreyWater Bins?*

Yes

Submit

* Required

When visiting Guelph Ribfest, please leave your pets at home

Volunteer Sign-up

Ribfest Countdown

Bring Fill Drink

Water will not be sold at this event.
Bring your water bottles for a free fill up at the City of Guelph Water Wagon

Classic Car Show at Guelph Ribfest

The organizers, vendors, sponsors and staff wish to thank you in advance for when you visit this years Guelph Ribfest. In an effort to maintain a safe, clean, and fun-filled family atmosphere, pets will not be able to enjoy Ribfest firsthand.

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