Temporary Food Events

A temporary event food establishment is a food establishment that operates at a fixed location for a period of time of not more than 14 consecutive days in conjunction with a single event or celebration.

• Food service and preparation are limited.
• There may be additional requirements for your booth depending on food items served.
• Temporary events DO NOT include regularly scheduled events at sporting arenas, concert halls and venues, flea markets, or farmers' markets; events served by licensed caterers, or promotional events such as grand openings.

Temporary Food Event Info and Forms:

• Temporary Food Event Brochure (PDF)
• Temporary Food Event Vendor Application (PDF)
• Temporary Food Event Coordinator Application (PDF)
• Commissary Agreement (PDF)
• Proof of Citizenship (PDF) (if sole owner of business)

Temporary Food Event Licensing Fees:

• Special Event License: $165
• Special Event Application Review (2 -15 vendors): $100 per event
• Special Event Application Review (16+ vendors): $200 per event
• Special Event Late Fee: $50 per late application
• Special Event Inspection (per inspector): $60 per hour

Application must be submitted at least two weeks prior to the event. Please email the application to: EHWebFillableForms@tchd.org.