Food Vendor Application: Rec & Parks Special Events

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Are you interested in selling concessions at a Special Event hosted by Henrico Recreation and Parks? There’s a process for that!

An approved application is required to sell food on county property. (The application for 2026 is now closed. Sign up for our 2027 mailing list below.)
Once your application is approved, you will be considered for events. (A limited number of food vendors will be selected for each event based on its specific needs. Consideration is based upon a professional display, uniqueness, quality product, and conducting business in a professional manner.)

Requirements

Henrico County Health Department: The Henrico County Health Department requires vendors to carry a Temporary Food Service Permit or Mobile Food Unit Permit. These permits can be obtained from the Henrico County Health Department, (804) 501-4529. Please be advised that the Health Department will inspect your setup at each event.
Henrico County Division of Fire: Please review the Concession Stands/ Food Tents/ Food Trucks/ Food Vendor Fire Prevention Checklist provided by the Office of the Fire Marshal.
Henrico County Department of Finance: A business license is required to sell items on park property. Please visit the Henrico County Department of Finance page for an application.
Henrico County Recreation and Parks: It is a requirement that food vendors provide a Certificate Of Insurance (COI) for at least $1,000,000 per occurrence and the COI must name County of Henrico as certificate holder and additionally insured. The COI will be collected prior to the event. Please see the Henrico County Insurance Specifications.

The application for food vendors at the 2026 Recreation & Parks Special Events is now closed.