Take advantage of an expected three-day crowd of 100,000-plus by bringing your food to the Dublin Irish Festival in Dublin, Ohio.

2013 Dublin Irish Festival – August 2, 3 & 4

What is the Dublin Irish Festival?

Recognized as one of the best Irish festivals in the country, the Dublin Irish Festival is the cornerstone of Dublin events. The Festival includes six continuous entertainment stages featuring the best in Irish dance and music. Marketplace booths, cultural exhibits and demonstrations showcase Ireland’s finest trades, gifts and wares.

In 2013 we expect to have approximately 50 food vendors.

Who is eligible to apply?

Applicants must be a year-round and/or seasonal operation with proven festival operational experience. Applicants must have all necessary licenses and insurance. The owner takes full legal responsibility for participation and is the party for whom all transactions will be conducted.

How do I apply?

Apply here

If you’d like to print and mail an application, click here.

Deadline: March 1, 2013.

New vendors must send photos of their serving areas. No money needs to be sent at this time.

How are vendors selected?

All applications will be reviewed and decisions will be made on or before April 25. A waiting list will be created for vendors not accepted or who did not return their applications on time. These vendors may be added if space opens up or other vendors do not return payment by the deadline.

No vendor is guaranteed to be in the Festival. Vendors are given preference based on the following criteria:

• Have an Irish food item or an item of Irish theme (i.e. green cookies)
• Have unique items not served by other vendors
• Have attractive serving areas
• Have a solid track record with the Festival or strong references
• Have reasonable pricing

All decisions of the committee will be final.

Will I receive confirmation of my application?

You will receive an email or postcard to indicate we have received your application. On or before April 25, you will receive an acceptance or decline letter.
Timeline

• March 1 Applications must be postmarked
• April 25 Acceptance, decline letters sent
• May 10 Down payment and contracts must be postmarked
• June 21 Final payment/insurance must be postmarked

Fees:

Included in your fee is overnight security and power.

• 10’ frontage $1700
• 20’ frontage $1950
• 30’ frontage $2350
• 6’ Tables $5 each
• Chairs $1 each

(DO NOT SEND ANY MONEY AT THIS TIME – IF ACCEPTED, DOWNPAYMENT WILL BE DUE ON MAY 10)

What food items am I allowed to sell?

Vendors can sell any food items approved on their application. Only items included on the original application will be allowed to be sold on-site (unless the committee grants permission before the Festival). The committee reserves the right to choose which of the items listed on your application will be allowed to be sold. On the application, list most important items first.

What beverages am I allowed to sell?

Any items that are not:
Alcoholic
Soft drinks

What is Sunday breakfast?

Sunday breakfast has become an increasingly popular event at the Irish Festival since more than 11,000 people attend religious services from 9:30 a.m. – noon on the Festival grounds. If interested in participating, please indicate items on application.

Hotel space is limited!

Make your reservation early. Call 1-800-245-8387 or visit www.dublinvisit.org for more information.

If you’d like to print and mail an application, click here.