Vendor Registration

• Promotion through a citywide multi-media campaign.
• Great way for you to draw in new customers and also keep existing customers satisfied and interested.
• A dedicated profile page on the Jazz & Rib Fest BBQ Week website.
• A promotional toolkit for your channels.

• Hosted by Columbus Recreation and Parks Department.
• Restaurants, food trucks and other food establishments from the Central Ohio.
• BBQ Week menus pricing will be set by each venue, ranging from under $10 up to $40.
• Offerings can be per person, a shared meal, a multi-course prix fixe menu, a meal kit or whatever combination of items you would like to include.
• To take the most advantage of BBQ Week, we encourage you to apply early. Registration will remain open through Monday, July 11, 2022.

• If you are in one location for all of BBQ Week, list the address on the registration form.
• If you are at multiple locations during BBQ Week, fill out a separate registration form for each location, noting the corresponding dates and locations on each form.
• If you don’t have a set location, consider teaming up with a local brewery or establishment that doesn’t serve food to offer a special at their location for BBQ Week!

• Please submit a registration form for each location.
• If you need assistance creating multiple registration forms, please email communityevents@columbus.gov or call 614-645-7995

• No problem! Your establishment will be listed as delivery or takeout only, depending on your registration information.

• Monday, July 18 – Sunday, July 24, 2022.
• You are welcome to select specific days and hours you would like to participate.
• Ideally, your BBQ Week offerings should be provided every day of the week you are open, but we understand you may choose to exclude some dates.

• FREE: There are no registration fees for the 2022 edition of BBQ Week!
• Every vendor has the option of submitting four (4) $25 gift certificates/gift cards that will be used for promotional purposes and giveaways throughout BBQ Week. Deadline to submit is July 1, 2022.

• Offer barbecue-inspired menu item(s) ranging from under $10 up to $40. Prices can be per person or multiple servings.
• BBQ Week menus can include something exclusive for BBQ Week or feature items from your regular menu.
• Review and download the BBQ Week Marketing Toolkit!
• Promote your inclusion in BBQ Week.
• Include BBQ Week offers on delivery and takeout ordering platforms.
• Submit gift certificates/gift cards for inclusion in BBQ Week promotions.
• REGISTER BELOW!

• Submit four (4) $25 gift certificates/gift card by July 1, 2022.
• Must be valid for one (1) year.
• Certificates must be numbered and include a signature.
• Make certificates out to “Bearer of Certificate” or leave blank. Certificates made out to BBQ Week will be returned.
• Scanned, emailed or handmade certificates will not be accepted.
• All certificates must be mailed or hand-delivered to*:

Attn: Lindsay Acker, Special Events
Columbus Recreation and Parks Department
1111 E. Broad St.
Suite 101
Columbus, OH 43205

*We strongly recommend use of certified mail or FedEx to ensure safe shipment and timely arrival. Contact communityevents@columbus.gov or 614-645-7995 for more information or assistance.

•  REGISTER HERE for Jazz & Rib Fest BBQ Week! Registration is currently open and will remain through Monday, July 11, 2022.

For questions, please contact: communityevents@columbus.gov | 614-645-7995