RiverArtsFest 2025 - Food Vendor Application

RiverArtsFest, now in its 19th year, presents a rich cultural festival of fine art, music and food for the Mid-South public's entertainment, education and enjoyment. It is the longest running fine arts festival in the region. An urban street festival, RiverArtsFest is held in downtown Memphis on the banks of the Mississippi River, and attracts patrons from Tennessee, Arkansas, Kentucky and Mississippi. RiverArtsFest is honored to be ranked #19 in Sunshine Artist magazine's "200 Best for 2024".

The festival takes place October 17-19, 2025, with food vendor setup on Friday, October 17 from 10 AM to 5 PM, and festival hours Saturday and Sunday from 10 AM to 5 PM. Food vendors are selected based on food quality, variety and past involvement with the festival. Digital images are required of food vendor setup, electrical plug and proposed menu in 1920 x 1920 pixel format.

Food vendor fees are $500 for a 10'x10' space and $950 for a 10'x20' space. No application fee is required. Vendors must obtain Memphis/Shelby County Health Permit and Special Event Permit, remain open during festival hours, and be present for the entire event. Water and electricity are provided. Application deadline is August 31, 2025, with full payment due by September 15, 2025.