Thank you for your interest in vending at Jazz & Rib Fest, July 21-23, 2023 in Columbus, Ohio!

Jazz & Rib Fest is seeking both BBQ Pitmasters and Non-BBQ Food Vendors that will provide patrons with a variety of unique food options to enjoy while experiencing three days of continuous live entertainment. To learn more and apply for a food vendor space, please complete the appropriate application below. Applicants must create an account when completing the application, once an account is created, applicants will have the ability to save and return to their application until it is submitted. Once the application is submitted, NO changes may be made without approval of Event Management.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and first consideration will be given to applications received by Monday, February 27, 2023. Notification of acceptance or nonacceptance will be sent by email to all applicants. Incomplete applications may not be accepted.

The following items will NOT be considered for a food vending space:
• Any and All Packaged Beverages
• Soft Drinks
• Bottled Water
• Sports Drinks
• Alcoholic Beverages
• Fresh Squeezed Lemonade
• Sweet Tea
• Corn Dogs
• Chicken Tenders
• Fries (including any deep fried potato product)

Food Vendor Supplemental Documents

2023 Jazz & Rib Fest Food Vendor Guidelines

Temporary Food License Application

Columbus Division of Fire Mobile Food Vending Information

Certificate of Insurance Sample

For information on non-food vending booth spaces, sponsorships, marketing tours and promotional opportunities, please visit the Become a Sponsor page.