Vendors | Kujichagulia Madison Center for Self-Determination

Be seen at Juneteenth

Whether you're sharing Soul Food, handmade goods, or resources, your booth is part of a 37-year tradition of Black joy and self-determination.

General Information

Requirements

Juneteenth Day

General Information

Who can be a vendor?

Anyone with food, goods, services, or information to share is welcome to apply. We especially encourage vendors offering Soul Food and African Diaspora cuisines, as well as Black-owned businesses and community organizations. All vendors must submit an application and be approved by the Juneteenth Executive Committee.

How much does it cost?

Corporation/Business | $195.00. For-profit business selling physical goods (excluding food), services, and/or community information. Includes 1 table and 2 chairs.

Non-Profit Business | $110.00. 501(c)(3) organization selling physical goods (excluding food), services, and/or community information. Includes ½ table and 2 chairs.

Informational Non-Profit | $85.00. 501(c)(3) organization distributing community information only. Includes ½ table and 2 chairs.

When is the deadline to apply?

Friday, June 5th. There may be a late registration application available, but don't count on it.

What happens after I apply?

Once you've registered, you'll receive an invite to a mandatory vendor information meeting held via Google Meet before the event. This meeting covers permits, parking , inspection requirements, and any questions you have. A Health Department representative will also be available. Attendance is required for all vendors.

Requirements

Food Vendor Requirements

Food vendors must obtain a temporary restaurant license from the City of Madison Public Health Department. Your cart or booth must be set up and ready for health inspection by 10:00 AM on June 20th. Vendors who do not pass inspection will not be allowed to operate, and no refunds will be given after June 5th.

City Of Madison Public Health Department
(210 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Rm. 507
(608) 266-4821

Beverage Policy

No beverages of any kind can be sold or given away. That includes water, alcoholic, and non-alcoholic drinks — may be sold or given away by vendors. Beverage sales are managed exclusively by the Juneteenth Committee.

Electricity

Electrical hookups are available for $25 each. Let the coordinators know at the time of application if you need power. Booths requiring electricity will be placed near a generator or the park shelter. Bring your own heavy-duty extension cords.

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Rules & Compliance

The Juneteenth Committee reserves the right to ask any vendor to remove unapproved items, stop sales of anything not listed on the original application, or leave the premises for non-compliance. No refunds will be issued in these cases.

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What to Bring

Vendors are responsible for bringing their own extra tables, chairs, tents, and signage. Food vendors should bring heavy-duty extension cords if using electricity and labeled containers for the shared refrigerated truck.