THE 150KM FEAST FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL REVISIONED

Since its inception in 2021, the 150km Feast has been on a journey to define its unique spirit and in 2026, the perfect blend has been found. For the first time ever, the Feast's two cornerstone events—the Food Truck & Wine Festival and Dinner Under the Stars—will unite on a single day, bringing together day and night in a seamless, vibrant celebration. This new format infuses the festival with a shared energy and truly brings the founding vision of the 150km Feast to life.

Set on the picturesque lawns of Maydale Reserve, overlooking the Wimmera River, festival-goers can enjoy a diverse line-up of food trucks, local wineries, gin distilleries and boutique breweries, ensuring there's something for everyone—from families looking for a relaxed afternoon to those seeking a lively evening atmosphere. VIP ticketholders to the find dining event, Dinner Under the Stars can arrive early to soak up the festival vibes before moving on to an intimate, five-course dining experience within the historic open-fronted stables. 

Day patrons will be coming in from 12.30pm and closing time is 11pm but we don't ask you to stay that late.  The long hours is an attempt to fully engage the community on a Saturday, as opposed to a Sunday and we're hoping patrons will stay a little longer - at least for dinner! 

Live music will play all day and into the night, setting the tone for three possibly different public sessions, but not limited to:

* The Afternoon Crew
* The Night-Time Crew
* VIP guests attending Dinner Under the Stars (who will be sitting down to a 5 course dinner – you don’t have to worry about feeding them!  We will!!)

GENERAL INFORMATION

SITE ALLOCATION & FEES - Sites will be allocated based on power requirements.  Sites are $110 + processing fee.  An additional $22 per powerpoint if required.

BUMP IN – Entry will be via the end of McBain Street, Horsham which will open at 9am Sunday, February 28th for traders.   See the map below regarding accessability.  All operators must be ready to serve by 12.30pm.  Gates will close by 12pm.

BUMP OUT – When the crowd begins to disappear!  We expect that food operators might want to serve til around 8pm.  No food operators are allowed to sell soft drink as the Horsham Ag Society bar will be selling alcohol free drinks - sorry!

SOCIAL MEDIA - Please upload a photo of your business logo, product (below) etc for us to use on our socials.  We will tag all vendors and would appreciate you tagging us in your socials.  Once we have received your application, we will send you a 'photo' which we'd like you to use in your socials.  Add your own content.  Hashtag #150kmfeast  

WAITING LIST – A waiting list will be taken if interest exceeds expectation. Therefore, it’s first in best dressed.  We will issue refunds if you miss the boat!

SECURITY – Vendors are responsible for securing their property adequately, as well as the personal property of their employees, as the Horsham Agricultural Society Inc. accepts no responsibility for damage or theft.  

LOSS OR DAMAGE - The Horsham Agricultural Society will not under any circumstances be held responsible for any loss of or damage to the stock in trade, etc. or any part thereof.  The Society will not be liable to pay the vendor any compensation, whether on the grounds of loss of profit or otherwise, or refund any money paid by the vendor in respect of such cancellation.

INDEMNITY - The Horsham Agricultural Society will not be responsible for any accident which may be caused through or by the vendor or which may happen in connection with his/her business & the vendor shall indemnify the Horsham Agricultural Society against any legal proceedings arising from every such accident.

PUBLIC LIABILITY - CERTIFICATE OF CURRENCY - A copy of your current Public Liability Policy must be uploaded with the application form, covering the date of the event.

FIRE REGULATIONS - The installation of any fuel burning appliance using either liquid or solid fuel shall conform to the regulations available from the Authorities. The use of LPG gas for cooking must comply with regulations.

ELECTRICAL CORDS ETC - All electrical equipment to have been tested and tagged within the 3 months prior to the show and appropriate for the job (heavy duty). Fitting of earth leakage detection devices if equipment is not double insulated.  Fire extinguishers are required for all food vans.

All electrical cables are to be positioned so that they do not create a hazard.

Extension leads/ cords are not to exceed permitted lengths (Refer to C.O.P. Temp Electrical Installations Section 12 and AS 3199)

A four outlet power board with an overload facility eg. Ringgrip or Kambrook is allowable if more than one x 10 or 15 amp power point is required. If requirements are different, we must be aware of this to avoid an overload situation occurring.

FOOD PERMIT - The Victorian Food Act (1984) requires all food premises and food vehicles to be registered with the Local Council, it is the site holder’s responsibility to comply with Council regulation in this area. Therefore, you must register your Foodtrader with Horsham Rural City Council.

All food operators who use LP Gas for cooking purposes or other food preparation purposes, need to have been inspected by a gas work licence holder in the previous 12 months and have a ‘Gas System Compliance Certificate’ issued to the owner.

A copy of the Certificate of Compliance (if applicable) must be uploaded along with your Site Application as well as displayed during the event.

Any gas cylinder shall be restrained and be within the required test date.

Any accidental spill or release of substances which may contaminate or harm the environment must be immediately contained, and then reported to Andrea. Where the work requires the disposal of any environmentally harmful substance the vendors shall be responsible for the removal, transport and disposal in accordance with all statutory regulations and laws so as not to place Horsham Agricultural Society Inc. in breach of any regulation.

Tasks which require particular care are the disposal of wastewater, cooking fats, etc.  It is expected you will leave your site as you found it.

GENERAL CONDITIONS - All vendors are required to cooperate with the Horsham Agricultural Society to ensure that they work in a healthy and safe environment.

NO SMOKING within 10 metres of the el fresco dining area and food trucks.  A designated smokers area will be allocated on the riverfront.

All volunteers & contractors must take reasonable care of their own health and safety and for anyone else who may be affected by their actions.

Vendors must comply with all Local Bylaws.

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