• Newark City Parks Merchandise Vendors

  • Program Overview

    The Newark City Parks Foundation (NCPF) hosts a series of seasonal events across five downtown parks, providing curated opportunities for food, merchandise, and community-based vendors.

    Event Locations:

    Lincoln Park
    Military Park
    Mulberry Commons
    Riverfront Park
    *Harriet Tubman Square park will be under construction

    All vendors must be at least 18 years old and must upload a valid government-issued photo ID.


    All vendors must complete a registration form and pay a non-refundable $50 fee per event.

    Winter Village: Vendors interested in participating, must receive prior approval before submitting this application.


    If uncertain, do not submit a payment until you have received confirmation from NCPF staff.


    Events are in: Harriet Tubman Square, Lincoln Park, Military Park, Mulberry Commons, and Riverfront Park only.

     

    Late Application Policy
    Applications submitted within 72 hours of an event start time will incur a $10 late fee per event. Late applications are not guaranteed acceptance and are subject to:
    - Space availability
    - Operational feasibility
    - Staff approval


    Vendors submitting late must still meet all documentation and compliance requirements.

     


    Questions? Contact:
    (201) 341-8311
    vendors@newarkcityparks.org


    Please Note: In accordance with Newark City Ordinance §18:1-1.1 and applicable local park regulations, the consumption, sale, or distribution of alcohol, tobacco, and cannabis products is strictly prohibited within all Newark City Parks.

     

    Important Vendor Information for Downtown Parks Events

    If you are applying to vend at events in any of the five downtown Newark parks — Military Park, Harriet Tubman Square, Mulberry Commons, Lincoln Park, or Riverfront Park — please do not go to City Hall for vendor registration or information.

    Instead, contact our team directly by calling (201) 341-8311 or emailing us at:  vendors@newarkcityparks.org or hello@newarkcityparks.org

    Please Note:

    Do not sign up for any event until you have received confirmation from Newark City Parks Foundation staff.

    We only manage events in the five downtown parks listed above. If your event is elsewhere in the city, you will need to contact the appropriate department or agency directly.

  • Event Dates*
  • Please Select Dates. Package Options: All vendors must complete a registration form and pay a non-refundable $50 fee per event.*

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      • LICENSE INFORMATION

      • Do you currently have a peddler's license in Newark?*
      • Do you have a peddler's license in another municipality?*
      • MERCHANDISE - Vendor Permit Applicant Information

      • PROCESSING FEE

        One application per license. Applicants must pay the processing fee for each application.

        Individual Events - $50.00

      • Format: (000) 000-0000.
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      • Type of Business*
      • VENDING INFORMATION

      • What type of vendor are you? (check all that apply)*
      • Will you use a generator?*
      • Will you use sound?*
      • APPLICANT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

      • I RESPECTFULLY MAKE APPLICATION FOR A SPECIAL EVENT VENDOR’S LICENSE IN THE CITY OF NEWARK IN CONFORMITY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF CITY ORDINANCES. I CONFIRM THAT I HAVE RECEIVED, READ AND AGREE TO THE GUIDELINES GOVERNING THE LICENSE FOR WHICH I AM APPLYING. I CERTIFY THAT ALL INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THE APPLICATION AND IN ALL MATERIALS SUBMITTED IN SUPPORT OF THE APPLICATION IS, TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY, TRUE AND ACCURATE.

      • Required Documents Include:
        Vendors License (if applicable)
        Fire & Health Inspection (if applicable)
        Documentation for vendors licensed in another municipality (if applicable)

      • Please upload all of the required documents.

        If you already have a Newark Peddler's License, upload documentation of your Peddler's License.

        If you have a Peddler's License in another municipality, upload documentation of your Peddler's License, Fire & Health Inspection, and completed background check with the Newark Police Department.

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