NYC Multicultural Festival Food Vendor Registration

The first festival, on June 6th,  is held on NYC Parks property, so all vendors must register and meet NYC Parks requirements.

Your registration fee includes:

• The festival vendor fee
• The required insurance coverage fee

Important: Registration fee for Food and Retail Vendors is inclusive of vendor fee and insurance required by the NYC Parks Department. NYC Parks have specific insurance requirements.

1. Certificate of Attestation of Exemption form (CE-200) Proof you have no employees. This is a simple online form that can be completed, signed, and emailed back following the instructions we send you. Certificate of Attestation of Exemption form (CE-200) can be requested online via the following link: https://www.businessexpress.ny.gov/app/answers/cms/a_id/2263/kw/CE OR If you do have employees, submit C-105.2 Certificate of Worker’s Compensation Insurance OR a U-26.3 State Insurance Fund Certificate of Workers’ Compensation Insurance.
2. Food Service Permit (Food vendors only) – DOHMH Temporary Food Service Establishment Permit
3. Food Handler’s Certificate (Food vendors only)
4. Proof of Disability Insurance – Certificate of Coverage under the NYC Disability Benefits Law (not required if submitting Workers’ Compensation Exemption FormCE-200)

*Bring your own fire extinguisher.

* Wrap all burners (including stands) completely in aluminum foil.

* Grilling must include a lid; pre-cooked food is strongly encouraged.

* If using charcoal, take your ashes with you when leaving.

* No Styrofoam plates or containers are allowed.

*No generators or electricity are provided.

* No gas grills of any kind (including propane)

* No Open flames

• Food vendor: $189 
• Includes 10x10 space + free tent, table, and chair

• Food Vendor: $189 
•  Includes 10x10 raw space only (bring your own setup or add rentals during checkout)

• Food Vendor: $204
• 10x10 raw space only (bring your own setup or add rentals during checkout)

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Vendors Registration Details:

• Food Vendors: $125
• If using gasoline or propane there will be a $50 additional fee
• Includes a 10x10 raw space.
• This Early bird registration comes with Free Rental of one table, one tent and one chair (upon meeting necessary requirements). This is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
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• Food Vendors: $125
• If using gasoline or propane there will be a $50 additional fee
• Includes a 10x10 raw space only.
• NO free rentals are included with this registration. If you need a table, chair, or tent, you can scroll down and select rentals to add to your order. You are also welcome to bring your own table, chair, and tent.

• Food Vendor: $250.00
• If using gasoline or propane there will be a $50 additional fee

• Food Vendor: $150.00
• If using gasoline or propane there will be a $50 additional fee
• Includes a 10x10 space.
• NO FREE rentals are included.
• Tables, chairs, and tents are available for a rental fee. Payable through the Eventbrite Registration Page.

• DOHMH Temporary Food Service Establishment Permit
  DCWP Licensing Center
  42 Broadway, 1st Floor
  New York, NY 10004
  (212) 639.9675
  
  Visit this site for information about the required DOHMH permit.
  https://www1.nyc.gov/nycbusiness/description/temporary-food-service-establishment-permit
• Food Handlers Certificate

All Food vendors must have a Food Handlers Certificate to be allowed to serve food to the public. If you need to obtain a Food Handlers Certificate visit: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/business/health-academy/food-protection-online-free.page

• If using gasoline or propane there will be a $50 additional fee

• Burners must be fully wrapped in aluminum foil.
• Grilling is allowed with a lid; burners may also be used.
• If using charcoal, you must remove your ashes after the event.
• Styrofoam plates are banned — use eco-friendly alternatives.
• Gas cooking is allowed with a maximum of 10 pounds (additional fees apply).
• Vendors must provide their own approved generator and fire extinguisher.
• No electricity or open propane flames permitted.

1. Choose your category (Food Vendor, Retail Vendor, Sponsor, Social Services, etc.).
2. Select rental equipment (if needed) and add it to your order.
3. Complete registration by May 1st if rentals are required.
4. After approval, help promote the festival by sharing digital flyers and event info!
5. Complete registration and payment via Eventbrite or mail money order to:
    

Mailing Address:
NYC Multicultural Festival
c/o Joyce Adewumi
1850 Amsterdam Avenue
New York, NY 10031

(We are not responsible for lost mailed payments.)

1. Save your Eventbrite ticket (print or digital). Tickets are required for entry at the gate.
    

• Advertising: Ask about full-page ads in our festival program to promote your business.
   
• Promotion: Once approved, help spread the word by sharing digital festival flyers and info on your social platforms.
   

No refunds will be issued under any circumstances.