Memphis In May Vendors
Event Vendor Information
Concessions and Merchandise Vendor applications are now open for the 2025 Festival!
The World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest is the celebration of Memphis’ claim as the Barbecue Capital of the World.
If you have a real crowd pleaser and would like to get in front of this lucrative and engaged audience then download the applications to learn more and apply today!
Merchandise & Craft Vendor
Merchandise & Craft Vendor applications are now available. You may complete the application online here or you may download a PDF of the application and submit by mail or email.
Deadline for applications is February 28, 2025.
Concessions Vendor
Food Concession Vendor applications are now available. You may complete the application online here or you may download a PDF of the application and submit by mail or email.
Deadline for applications is February 28, 2025.
Please direct any questions to concessions@memphisinmay.org
Vendor Selection Criteria
The selection criteria is based on, but not limited to:
- Quality of offerings
- Experience
- Ability to serve thousands of patrons in outdoor weather
- Appearance of overall set-up
- Unique or regional cuisine
- Reasonable prices and value
Food vendors who are accepted will receive an email notification and vending upon acceptance.
ALL menu items and prices must be approved by Memphis in May and only those items listed on the contract may be sold.
