2026 Merion Village Festival Food Truck Vendor Application

COMMUNITY + EVENT INFORMATION

Merion Village is a diverse and historic neighborhood that is part of the vibrant Columbus South Side Community. Our neighborhood is easily accessible from S. High Street and Parsons Avenue and is less than 10 minutes from I-70, I-71, 315, and 104.

This event is exclusively outdoor and does not require admission. Based on past events, we estimate attendance of at least 2,500 individuals at this year's festival. The event will include a mix of makers, retail, services, and non-profit vendors, meal and dessert food trucks, beer garden, live music, and performances, and a silent auction.

EVENT + FOOD TRUCK VENDOR INFORMATION

The 2026 Merion Village Festival will be held on Sunday, August 23rd from 12 to 6 PM, in Moeller Park (281 Hanford Street, Columbus, OH 43206). This annual, outdoor, rain-or-shine festival will continue to feature artists, crafters, local businesses, and organizations as we celebrate the vibrant community and atmosphere of the Historic Merion Village neighborhood. All proceeds from this event benefit the Merion Village Association, a 501(c)(3) civic organization.

Each Food Truck will be provided with an on-street parking space to set up and serve customers. The street will be closed to traffic for the event.

No canopies, tables, chairs, displays, or other items will be provided by the MVA. Vendors are responsible for bringing any and all items required for your Food Truck.
The event is exclusively outdoor; electricity and WiFi are NOT available. If you need access to electricity and/or WiFi, please plan to supply your own generators, power packs, and WiFi connections.
All food trucks must be in good operating order and must have completed inspections and secured all permits required by the City of Columbus. (Upon acceptance of your application, proof of inspection and permit approvals will be requested to be provided to the City's event permitting department.)
Trucks/Generators must emit no more than a typically expected level of sound as not to disturb nearby residential neighbors.
All selected Food Truck vendors must agree to allow your logo and information to be included in the Merion Village Festival posters, advertisements, and social media promotions.

Food Trucks may arrive beginning at 10:30 AM on Sunday, August 23rd. All Food Trucks must arrive and be in position by 11:30 AM at the latest. Food Truck position on the street will be based on arrival time. All food trucks must remain at the event until the festival closes at 6 PM. In order to ensure safety at the event, Food Trucks cannot be moved until the festival closes.

2026 Food Truck Fees:

All Food Trucks | 15% of gross sales during the festival
Following the festival, we will contact you to request your gross sales for the day and will then follow up with an invoice equal to 15% of those sales. (no minimum or maximum)

The Merion Village Festival has a primary goal of celebrating our neighborhood and community. As such, priority will be given to local vendors. Food Truck vendor applications close May 31st, or, as soon as all spaces have been filled.

I live on the South SideMy food truck is currently active on the South SideNo, neither I nor my food truck live or are active on the South Side

Food Truck Name*

Food Truck Business Address*

Street Address

Unit #

CityState

Zip Code

Contact Name*

First NameLast Name

Contact E-Mail Address*

Confirmation EmailWe'll send you a copy of your completed registration form.

Contact Number*

Format: 000-000-0000.

Describe Your Food Truck and the Food You Serve*

Gluten Free DishesVegan DishesVegetarian DishesNONE OF THE ABOVE

NOYES

Does Your Food Truck Have a Website?*

Please Provide the Link to Your Website*

Does Your Food Truck Have a Facebook Page?*

Please Provide the Link to Your Food Truck Facebook Page*

Does Your Food Truck Have Instagram?*

Please Provide Your Food Truck Instagram Username*

Completing this application does not automatically guarantee a space at the Festival. Food Trucks will be approved or denied at the full discretion of the MVA. You will be notified via email when your application is approved or denied. The Merion Village Association will assume no liability for damage or theft. By completing this application, you agree that you have read and understand all information included in this form.*

I Understand and Agree

The Festival Food Truck Vendor Application includes the following steps:

1. YOU: complete and submit this application.
- You will receive an auto-response e-mail upon submission.

2. MVA: review and approve application, beginning in May.
- If you are not selected to particpate, you will receive an e-mail notification.
- If you ARE selected to participate, you will receive an e-mail with the subject line: ACTION REQUIRED (Step 2 of 3): Your Food Truck Vendor Application for the Merion Village Festival is Approved!

3. YOU: click "ACCEPT" in the body of the e-mail outlined above. You must complete this step within 14 days of the date of the e-mail. If not completed, your application will be automatically terminated.
- Upon completion of this step, you will receive an e-mail with the subject line: ACTION REQUIRED (Step 3 of 3) - Complete Your Food Truck Registration for the Merion Village Festival

4. YOU: click "COMPLETE REGISTRATION" in the body of the e-mail outlined above, complete and submit the form. You must complete this step within 14 days of the date of the e-mail. If not completed, your application will be automatically terminated.

5. Upon compeltion of the steps above, you will receive a final cofirmation email with the subject line "Your Food Truck Vendor Registration for the Merion Village Festival is Complete!"

I Understand and Agree

Merion Village Festival Food Truck Application