West End Arts Festival Food Vendor Application

The West End Arts Festival is a two-day, juried arts festival celebrating visual arts, live entertainment, and community in the heart of downtown La Grange. Designed as a walkable, neighborhood-focused event, the festival attracts visitors looking to explore artists, enjoy local food, and experience one of the community’s signature annual events.

The La Grange Business Association (LGBA) is accepting applications from food vendors interested in participating in the festival. Food vendors are selected to complement the overall event experience, with consideration given to menu variety, operational needs, booth compatibility, and the overall festival layout.

Because space is limited, submission of an application does not guarantee acceptance.

Before You Apply

Please be prepared to provide:

• Business and on-site contact information
• Booth, tent, food truck, trailer, or mobile setup details
• Space requirements (standard food vendor space is 12′ × 12′)
• A complete menu of food and beverage items
• Food sourcing and preparation information
• Food handling, handwashing, sanitizing, and temperature-control procedures
• Cooking methods, fuel types, generator information, and fire safety details
• Certificate of Insurance
• Information needed to assist with your Temporary Food Vendor Permit through the Village of La Grange

Before submitting your application, please review:

Food Vendor Tent Rules & Guidelines
https://lgba.com/west-end-arts-festival-food-vendor-tent-requirements/

Food Vendor Insurance Requirements
https://lgba.com/west-end-arts-festival/west-end-arts-festival-food-vendor-application/west-end-arts-festival-food-vendor-insurance-requirements/

Electrical Service

Festival-provided electrical service is generally not available.

Food vendors should plan to operate as self-contained units. Vendors requiring electricity should disclose their needs during the application process and, if necessary, provide their own quiet generator. Any generator must be approved in advance and comply with all festival safety requirements.

Estimated Time

Most applications take approximately 15–25 minutes to complete.

Food trucks, trailers, generators, or more complex food operations may require additional time.

Vendor Fees

Food vendor fees for the West End Arts Festival are as follows:

The $50 Temporary Food Vendor Permit fee is required by the Village of La Grange and will be remitted by LGBA as part of the permit coordination process.

Festival Hours

• Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Additional fees may apply for:

• Larger spaces
• Expanded operating footprints
• Other approved special setup requirements

Payment does not constitute acceptance. Applications are reviewed after submission, and vendors will be notified once the review process has been completed and all required documentation has been received.

Vendor Selection

To provide the best possible experience for attendees, food vendors are selected to create a balanced and diverse food offering.

Applications may be evaluated based on factors including:

• Menu variety
• Space availability
• Compatibility with the festival layout
• Operational requirements
• Safety and logistical considerations
• Proximity to existing restaurants and other participating food vendors

LGBA reserves the right to limit or decline applications in order to maintain a well-balanced festival experience.

Important Information

LGBA will assist in coordinating the Temporary Food Vendor Permit process with the Village of La Grange. Vendors remain responsible for complying with all permit requirements and obtaining any additional approvals required for their operation.

All food vendors must comply with applicable:

• Village of La Grange requirements
• Illinois Department of Public Health regulations
• Fire and life safety requirements
• Insurance requirements
• West End Arts Festival rules and policies

Ready to Apply?

Please complete the application below as thoroughly as possible. Incomplete applications or missing documentation may delay the review process.

If you have questions before applying, please contact the La Grange Business Association at tess@lgba.com or (708) 582-6510.