PLEASE READ COMPLETE RULES for 2026:
  • Craft Vendors are reviewed by a committee as they are submitted. Items should be handcrafted items.
  • We limit to 3 of the same type of vendor booth. We will not accepted items from marketing sales such as Mary Kay, Avon, Tupperware, Plunder, or mass sales type items.
  • No undesirable items will be sold. The Kentucky Food Truck Championship Committee will consider an undesirable as (but not limited to) stink bombs, swords, knives, silly string, potato guns, dart guns, marshmallow guns or any other projectile object, obscene or offensive material and any item deemed inappropriate by the WCF officials.
  • Absolutely NO food, candy, freeze dried candy, treats, or drinks will be allowed for sale in craft vendor area. If you want to sell food – sign up to be a Food Truck Vendor. No sale of alcoholic beverages or drug paraphernalia.
  • Craft Vendors will be on display on the flat area on the hill beside the Food Truck Contest Area in the Renfro Valley RV Camping area. You will unload by your spot and take your car to vendor parking area. We will have golf cart shuttles to help bring you to your spot.
  • Vendors space is 10-foot by 10-foot in size. You will need to bring your own table, chairs, and straight leg canopy tents (NO slant legged tents). If you want a larger area, you must purchase an additional space.
  • All canopies must be overly secured with weights to withstand high winds. The event is not responsible for any damages.
  • Set up and tear down is 100% your responsibility.
  • You must be set up between 11AM and 6PM.
  • There are no electrical outlets for vendors.
  • If you want to be placed beside another particular vendor, please list their name with question on the application.
  • Placement of booths is up to the discretion of the Mt. Vernon-Rockcastle County Tourist Commission Board of Directors and Staff Members.
  • It is recommended to have someone with you at your booth in case you need to leave it. We will not have anyone available to staff your booth.
  • No animals permitted.
  • We are not responsible for lost or stolen items.
  • All raffles must be registered and approved by the Kentucky Food Truck Championship committee and must meet the state raffle standards. For a list of raffle requirements call the Department of Charitable Gaming 1-502-573-5528 or visit their website at dcg.ky.gov
  • The Mt. Vernon-Rockcastle County Tourist Commission Board of Directors has the right to refuse any application.
  • Application deadline is August 1, 2026 at 6:00 PM Eastern Time Zone.
  • You will receive an email indicating if you are Accepted to become a Vendor. Your spot is not held until payment is made. You will receive an invoice for the non-refundable $50 Vendor Fee. This fee must be paid by 2 weeks of receiving the approval letter & invoice. Failure to pay will result in your booth not being reserved.
  • Week of the Event: Approved Craft Vendors will receive an Email with set up information. Event staff will have spaces assigned prior to your arrival on the day of set-up.
  • Vendors may begin setting up on the day of the event no earlier than 8:00 AM. Event starts at 11:00 AM and concludes at 6:00 PM.
  • Please note that you must collect Kentucky Sales Tax as a list of vendors will be reported to Kentucky Department of Revenue.
  • Questions: Email kentuckyfoodtruckchampionship@gmail.com or call 606-256-1000.
  • Event is Rain or Shine.

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* 1. Legal Business Name

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* 2. Enter Kentucky Sales Tax Permit Number (If you file as a sole proprietorship and don't have a permit number, please indicate that you do not have one in comment box)

If you do not have a sales & use tax number, you may obtain one through the Kentucky Department of Revenue by clicking here. If you file as sole proprietor, just put in comment that you file as sole proprietor.

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* 3. Contact Person Name

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* 4. Mailing Address

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* 5. City

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* 6. State

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* 7. Zip Code

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* 8. Phone Number

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* 9. Email Address

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* 10. Website Link

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* 11. Facebook Page Link (Please make sure this is not a private page/group)

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* 12. Instagram Link

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* 13. Description of Items for Sale

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* 14. Category(s) that best fit your items.

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* 15. Name of Vendor that you would like to be beside

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* 16. Have you been a vendor at the KY Food Truck Championship Before?

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* 17. Photo of products to be sold

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* 18. Additional photo of products to be sold

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* 19. Additional photo of products to be sold

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* 20. By submitting my application, I understand that I will NOT sell any food or drink items with my booth. I also understand that the decision of those approved is at the choice of the Board of Directors. I also understand that the Kentucky Food Truck Championship, Mt. Vernon - Rockcastle County Tourism, and the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame, is not responsible for lost, stolen, misplaced items, or accidents. Event is Rain or Shine. $50 Vendor Fee is Non-Refundable.

Please fill in your complete name below that you agree to these terms.

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